- 1. What is the most common species of almond tree cultivated?
A) Prunus persica
B) Amygdalus communis
C) Prunus dulcis
D) Prunus armeniaca
- 2. Almond trees are best classified botanically as what type of fruit?
A) Aggregate fruit
B) Drupe
C) Pome
D) Berry
- 3. What type of climate is most suitable for almond tree growth?
A) Equatorial
B) Arctic
C) Mediterranean
D) Tropical
- 4. During which season do almond trees typically bloom?
A) Early Spring
B) Autumn
C) Winter
D) Summer
- 5. What is a key characteristic of Nonpareil almond trees?
A) Paper shell
B) Very small kernel
C) Soft shell
D) Hard shell
- 6. What is the typical lifespan of a commercially viable almond tree?
A) 20-25 years
B) 5-10 years
C) 50-75 years
D) 100+ years
- 7. Which of these is NOT a common almond cultivar?
A) Granny Smith
B) Carmel
C) Butte
D) Monterey
- 8. What is a common pollinator for almond trees?
A) Wind
B) Honeybee
C) Butterfly
D) Hummingbird
- 9. What is the general height range of a mature almond tree?
A) 5-10 feet
B) 15-30 feet
C) 30-50 feet
D) 50-75 feet
- 10. What shape are almond leaves typically?
A) Cordate
B) Lanceolate
C) Ovate
D) Palmate
- 11. The outer hull of the almond fruit does what as the fruit matures?
A) Splits open
B) Falls off whole
C) Remains attached
D) Becomes harder
- 12. Which of the following is a common disease affecting almond trees?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Brown rot
C) Rust
D) Black spot
- 13. What is the purpose of 'cross-pollination' in almond orchards?
A) Reduce water needs
B) Improve nut set
C) Increase tree height
D) Decrease pest susceptibility
- 14. What color are almond blossoms typically?
A) Red
B) Purple
C) Yellow
D) Pink or White
- 15. Which nutrient is crucial for almond tree growth and nut development?
A) Chlorine
B) Sodium
C) Calcium
D) Nitrogen
- 16. What is the term for removing dead or diseased branches from an almond tree?
A) Fertilizing
B) Mulching
C) Pruning
D) Grafting
- 17. What is the primary factor differentiating almond varieties?
A) Root Depth
B) Nut Characteristics
C) Leaf Shape
D) Bark Color
- 18. What is the name of the process where a section of one tree is attached to another?
A) Cloning
B) Pollination
C) Budding
D) Grafting
- 19. At what age do almond trees usually begin to produce a substantial crop?
A) 10+ years
B) 3-5 years
C) 6-8 years
D) 1-2 years
- 20. Which continent is the largest producer of almonds?
A) Asia
B) North America
C) Europe
D) South America
- 21. What part of the almond fruit is the edible portion?
A) The hull
B) The shell
C) The stem
D) The seed
- 22. What is a key indicator of an almond tree lacking sufficient water?
A) Faster growth rate
B) Increased blossom production
C) Leaf wilting
D) Thicker bark
- 23. What is the name of the almond variety known for its late bloom time?
A) Fritz
B) Carmel
C) Nonpareil
D) Butte
- 24. Which pest is particularly damaging to almond crops?
A) Aphids
B) Navel Orangeworm
C) Whiteflies
D) Spider mites
- 25. What type of soil is generally best suited for almond tree cultivation?
A) Sandy soil
B) Silty soil
C) Heavy clay
D) Well-drained loam
- 26. How can you identify a young almond tree sapling?
A) Thick branches
B) Rough bark
C) Smooth bark
D) Presence of almonds
- 27. What is the purpose of hulling almonds after harvest?
A) Remove the outer layer
B) Dry the almonds
C) Crack the shells
D) Sort by size
- 28. Why is proper spacing between almond trees important in an orchard?
A) Reduced water usage
B) Faster growth rate
C) Easier pest control
D) Light and air circulation
- 29. What is a potential consequence of over-fertilizing almond trees?
A) Stronger branches
B) Increased yield
C) Earlier blooming
D) Salt buildup
- 30. Which characteristic is used to categorize almonds for market purposes?
A) Size
B) Leaf color
C) Bark texture
D) Tree height
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