How to Identify and Classify Green Beans
  • 1. Which of these is a primary visual characteristic of a green bean?
A) Covered in thorns
B) Bright red color
C) Long, slender pods
D) Round, bulbous shape
  • 2. What color are mature green beans typically?
A) Green
B) Purple
C) Brown
D) Yellow
  • 3. What is the texture of a fresh green bean pod?
A) Slimy and slippery
B) Rough and bumpy
C) Soft and mushy
D) Smooth and firm
  • 4. If a green bean pod is significantly bulging, what does this indicate?
A) Lack of nutrients
B) Over-maturity
C) Ideal ripeness
D) Insect infestation
  • 5. What should be the snap of a fresh green bean?
A) Dull and muted
B) Crisp and clean
C) No snap at all
D) Rubbery and resistant
  • 6. What is a common name for green beans?
A) Edamame
B) Snap peas
C) Lima beans
D) String beans
  • 7. What family of plants do green beans belong to?
A) Nightshade
B) Cucurbit
C) Legume
D) Brassica
  • 8. What is the typical length of a green bean pod?
A) 10-12 inches
B) 1-2 inches
C) 20-24 inches
D) 4-7 inches
  • 9. Which type of green bean is known for its thin, tender pods?
A) Kentucky Wonder
B) Butter Bean
C) Haricots Verts
D) Romano Bean
  • 10. What is the main difference between bush beans and pole beans?
A) Flowering time
B) Growth habit
C) Pod color
D) Seed size
  • 11. Which bean requires a trellis for support?
A) Soybean
B) Pole bean
C) Bush bean
D) Fava bean
  • 12. What is a common variety of bush bean?
A) Provider
B) Scarlet Runner
C) Kentucky Wonder
D) Blue Lake Pole
  • 13. What does 'fiber' in a green bean indicate?
A) Nutrient richness
B) Water content
C) Freshness and tenderness
D) Age and toughness
  • 14. Which of these is NOT a common way to eat green beans?
A) Steamed
B) Raw with the pod
C) Sauteed
D) Roasted
  • 15. Which of the following features is LEAST important for identifying a green bean?
A) Root structure
B) Texture
C) Pod shape
D) Pod color
  • 16. What is a sign of disease or damage in green beans?
A) Dark spots
B) Uniform green color
C) Smooth skin
D) Firm texture
  • 17. How should green beans be stored for optimal freshness?
A) At room temperature
B) In direct sunlight
C) In a paper bag in a warm place
D) Refrigerated
  • 18. Why is it important to remove the 'string' from some older varieties of green beans?
A) To remove pesticides
B) To prevent the bean from sprouting
C) To enhance flavor
D) To improve texture
  • 19. What is the ideal moisture content of green beans for freshness?
A) Zero
B) Variable
C) High
D) Low
  • 20. What kind of bean is the 'Romano' bean?
A) Dotted bean
B) Flat bean
C) Round bean
D) Spotted bean
  • 21. Which of these is a sign of overripe green bean?
A) Crisp Snap
B) Bright green
C) Long size
D) Bulging seeds
  • 22. What is blanching?
A) Brief boiling
B) Sun drying
C) Deep frying
D) Air drying
  • 23. Why are bean plants considered beneficial to soil health?
A) Fix nitrogen
B) Deplete nitrogen
C) Introduce acidity
D) Require lots of water
  • 24. What is the seed color of a Kentucky Wonder bean?
A) Brown
B) White
C) Green
D) Black
  • 25. Which is a sign of under-watering of a green bean plant?
A) Stunted Growth
B) Rapid Growth
C) Bright Color
D) Large Pods
  • 26. What part of the green bean is typically eaten?
A) The pod
B) The leaves
C) The stem
D) The root
  • 27. Which of these nutrients are green beans a good source of?
A) Vitamin B12
B) Iron
C) Vitamin K
D) Calcium
  • 28. When do green beans typically flower?
A) Late Fall
B) Winter
C) Early Spring
D) Late Spring/Early Summer
  • 29. If a green bean has a shriveled look, what does it mean?
A) It's old
B) It's a new variety
C) It's fresh
D) It's not safe
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