Have You Tasted The Pear Before?
Anyone who has tasted Pear before knows it is a good fruit. This quiz examines your knowledge of about this fruit—particularly its biology and cultivation.
- 1.
Pear refers to trees of genus
- A.
Zea
- B.
Rosaceae
- C.
Pyrus
- D.
Rosids
Correct Answer
C. PyrusExplanation
The correct answer is Pyrus. Pyrus refers to trees of the genus Pyrus, which are commonly known as pear trees. This genus belongs to the family Rosaceae and the order Rosids.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Pear belongs to the family
- A.
Maleae
- B.
Malinae
- C.
Pyrus
- D.
Rosales
Correct Answer
A. MaleaeExplanation
The correct answer is Maleae. This is because Maleae is the family to which the pear belongs.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The pear belong to what order
- A.
Rosids
- B.
Rosales
- C.
Amydaloideae
- D.
Eudicots
Correct Answer
B. RosalesExplanation
The correct answer is Rosales. Rosales is an order of flowering plants that includes the pear. It is a part of the larger group called Rosids, which is one of the major clades within the Eudicots. Amydaloideae is a subfamily within Rosaceae, the family to which the pear belongs. Therefore, the correct answer is Rosales.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Pyrus amygdaliformis is the botanical name for
- A.
Almond-leaved pear
- B.
Iberian pear
- C.
Apricot-leaved pear
- D.
Callery pear
Correct Answer
A. Almond-leaved pearExplanation
The botanical name for the Almond-leaved pear is Pyrus amygdaliformis.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Pyrus armeniacifolia is the scientific name for
- A.
European pear
- B.
Iberian pear
- C.
Apricot-leaved pear
- D.
Callery pear
Correct Answer
C. Apricot-leaved pearExplanation
Pyrus armeniacifolia is the scientific name for the Apricot-leaved pear.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Pyrus communis is the scientific name for
- A.
Iberian pear
- B.
Callery pear
- C.
European pear
- D.
Plymouth pear
Correct Answer
C. European pearExplanation
The correct answer is European pear. Pyrus communis is the scientific name for the European pear. It is a species of pear native to Europe and Western Asia. This pear variety is widely cultivated for its sweet and juicy fruit, which is commonly consumed fresh or used in cooking and baking. The Iberian pear, Callery pear, and Plymouth pear are different species or varieties of pears, not referred to by the scientific name Pyrus communis.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Pear is usually propagated by
- A.
Budding
- B.
Stem cuttings
- C.
Seeds
- D.
Grafting
Correct Answer
D. GraftingExplanation
Grafting is the correct answer because pear trees are commonly propagated by this method. Grafting involves joining a scion (a piece of the desired pear variety) to a rootstock (a different pear tree with desirable root characteristics). This allows the scion to receive nutrients and water from the rootstock, resulting in a new tree with desired fruit characteristics. Grafting is preferred over other methods like budding, stem cuttings, or seeds because it ensures that the new tree will have the same characteristics as the desired variety.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which of these pear species produce only small pear fruits in the world?
- A.
Nashi pear
- B.
European pear
- C.
Chinese white pear
- D.
Plymouth pear
Correct Answer
D. Plymouth pearExplanation
Plymouth pear is the correct answer because it is the only pear species mentioned that produces only small pear fruits in the world. The other options, such as Nashi pear, European pear, and Chinese white pear, are not specified to produce only small pear fruits, so they are not the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of these countries produce the highest quantity of pear in the world?
- A.
China
- B.
Russia
- C.
Argentina
- D.
Italy
Correct Answer
A. ChinaExplanation
China produces the highest quantity of pear in the world.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Ripe pears have a shelf life of
- A.
2-3 days
- B.
4 days
- C.
5 days
- D.
7 days
Correct Answer
A. 2-3 daysExplanation
Ripe pears have a relatively short shelf life of 2-3 days. This means that after the pears have ripened, they will only stay fresh and edible for a maximum of 2-3 days before they start to spoil. It is important to consume or use the pears within this time frame to ensure their quality and taste. Storing them properly, such as in the refrigerator, can help extend their shelf life slightly, but it is still recommended to consume them within the given timeframe.Rate this question:
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