How to Grow Taro Roots
  • 1. What is the primary method of propagating taro?
A) Leaf Cuttings
B) Corms and Suckers
C) Seeds
D) Root Division
  • 2. What type of climate is best suited for taro cultivation?
A) Cold, Arid
B) Warm, Humid
C) Cool, Mountainous
D) Temperate, Dry
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for taro?
A) 4.0-5.0
B) 5.5-6.5
C) 7.0-8.0
D) 8.5-9.5
  • 4. How much sunlight does taro require?
A) Full Shade
B) Only Artificial Light
C) Minimal Sunlight
D) Partial Shade to Full Sun
  • 5. What is the most crucial factor for successful taro growth?
A) Fertilizer Application
B) Soil Type
C) Consistent Moisture
D) Air Circulation
  • 6. What is a common pest that affects taro?
A) Bees
B) Aphids
C) Ladybugs
D) Earthworms
  • 7. Which nutrient is particularly important for taro root development?
A) Calcium
B) Phosphorus
C) Potassium
D) Nitrogen
  • 8. How deep should corms be planted?
A) 2-3 inches
B) 10-12 inches
C) Just below the surface
D) 6-8 inches
  • 9. What is a sign of overwatering taro?
A) Strong Root System
B) Yellowing Leaves
C) Dark Green Leaves
D) Rapid Growth
  • 10. What is the typical harvest time for taro?
A) 6-12 Months
B) 18-24 Months
C) 3-4 Months
D) 1-2 Months
  • 11. What does 'kalo' mean?
A) Potato
B) Yam
C) Sweet Potato
D) Taro
  • 12. Where is taro believed to have originated?
A) South America
B) Africa
C) North America
D) Southeast Asia
  • 13. What is the name of the smaller taro plantlets that grow from the main corm?
A) Suckers
B) Roots
C) Stems
D) Seedlings
  • 14. Which type of soil is generally NOT suitable for taro?
A) Silty Soil
B) Clay Soil
C) Sandy Soil
D) Loamy Soil
  • 15. What is the purpose of hilling the soil around taro plants?
A) Provides Shade
B) Encourages Corm Development
C) Attracts Beneficial Insects
D) Prevents Weed Growth
  • 16. What is a common disease that affects taro?
A) Black Spot
B) Powdery Mildew
C) Taro Leaf Blight
D) Root Rot
  • 17. What should you do to prepare corms for planting?
A) Freeze them
B) Sand them
C) Allow them to callous over
D) Soak them in bleach
  • 18. What is an important consideration when selecting a location for planting taro?
A) Amount of Wind
B) Accessibility to Water
C) Proximity to Roads
D) Elevation
  • 19. What is one way to improve drainage in the soil before planting taro?
A) Remove all Nutrients
B) Compact the Soil
C) Add Organic Matter
D) Add Clay
  • 20. What is one sign of a healthy taro plant?
A) Curled Leaves
B) Vigorous Leaf Growth
C) Stunted Growth
D) Brown Spots
  • 21. What is 'poi'?
A) Fried taro chips
B) Taro flour
C) Cooked taro leaves
D) Pounded taro root
  • 22. What should you do with the suckers that grow from the main taro plant?
A) Leave them attached
B) Cut them off and discard them
C) Graft them to other plants
D) Separate and replant them
  • 23. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for taro?
A) High calcium fertilizer
B) High phosphorus fertilizer
C) Balanced NPK fertilizer
D) High nitrogen fertilizer
  • 24. How often should you fertilize taro plants?
A) Never
B) Once a year
C) Every few weeks
D) Every day
  • 25. What is the best time of year to plant taro in most regions?
A) Mid Summer
B) Late Autumn
C) Mid Winter
D) Early Spring
  • 26. Which planting method is commonly used in wetland conditions?
A) Paddy cultivation
B) Dryland farming
C) Terrace farming
D) Container gardening
  • 27. What part of the taro plant is primarily consumed?
A) Corm
B) Stem
C) Roots
D) Leaves
  • 28. Why is it important to cook taro thoroughly?
A) To kill bacteria
B) To make it easier to digest
C) To remove calcium oxalate crystals
D) To improve the taste
  • 29. What tool is useful for harvesting taro?
A) Hedge Trimmer
B) Spade
C) Lawnmower
D) Pruning shears
  • 30. What is one way to protect taro from frost?
A) Prune the plants
B) Cover plants with burlap
C) Water more frequently
D) Apply fertilizer
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