Fall Mushroom Identification Quiz By: Chris Matherly

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1.

Hen of the woods is also called Sheep's Head, Maitake, or Grifola sulphureus.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement is false because Hen of the woods is not called Sheep's Head, Maitake, or Grifola sulphureus. Hen of the woods is actually called Grifola frondosa.

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2.

The scientific name of these two specimens is Morchella esculentoides.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The scientific name of these two specimens is not Morchella esculentoides.

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3.

This is Chicken of the woods, and the scientific name of this specimen is Laetiporus cincinattus.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given statement is true because it states that the specimen in the picture is Chicken of the woods, which is a type of mushroom. The scientific name mentioned, Laetiporus cincinnatus, is indeed the scientific name for Chicken of the woods. Therefore, the answer is true.

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4.

Which of the below photos shows a Grifola frondosa?
- A.
  
  Option 1
- B.
  
  Option 2
- C.
  
  Option 3
- D.
  
  Option 4
Correct Answer
D. Option 4
5.

Which of the photos below show a Honey Mushroom? Check all that apply below...
- A.
  
  Option1
- B.
  
  Option2
- C.
  
  Option3
- D.
  
  Option4
- E.
  
  Option4
- F.
  
  Option5
- G.
  
  Option6
- H.
  
  Option7
- I.
  
  Option8
Correct Answer(s)
A. Option1
B. Option2
C. Option3
D. Option4
E. Option4
F. Option5
G. Option6
I. Option8
6.

This photo shows what mushroom?
- A.
  
  Laetiporus
- B.
  
  Hericium
- C.
  
  Grifola
- D.
  
  Sheep's Head
Correct Answer
B. Hericium

Explanation
The correct answer is Hericium because the photo shows a mushroom that resembles the Hericium species. Hericium mushrooms are known for their unique appearance, with their white, shaggy, and tooth-like spines hanging down from a central point. This distinct feature can be observed in the photo provided.

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7.

This photo is a/an?
- A.
  
  False Puffball
- B.
  
  Poisonous Mushroom
- C.
  
  Edible Mushroom
- D.
  
  Soccer Ball
Correct Answer
C. Edible Mushroom

Explanation
The given photo is of an edible mushroom. Edible mushrooms are safe for consumption and can be used in various culinary dishes. They are not poisonous and do not pose any health risks when eaten.

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8.

The following photos are/is a Black Staining Polypore: (check all that apply)
- A.
  
  Option1
- B.
  
  Option2
- C.
  
  Option3
- D.
  
  Option4
- E.
  
  Option5
- F.
  
  Option6
Correct Answer(s)
A. Option1
C. Option3
F. Option6

Explanation
The correct answer includes options 1, 3, and 6. These options are identified as Black Staining Polypore. The other options, 2, 4, and 5, are not Black Staining Polypores.

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9.

This mushroom is/does? (check all that apply)
- A.
  
  An edible mushroom
- B.
  
  A very medicinal mushroom
- C.
  
  Grows in mulch and rotting debris
- D.
  
  Is only found in the fall
- E.
  
  Prefers oak trees
- F.
  
  Has forked gills
- G.
  
  Is cultivated in large numbers
- H.
  
  Can be found in every state in the USA
Correct Answer(s)
A. An edible mushroom
B. A very medicinal mushroom
D. Is only found in the fall
E. Prefers oak trees
G. Is cultivated in large numbers
10.

Check all of the following mushrooms that are polypores:
- A.
  
  Option1
- B.
  
  Option2
- C.
  
  Option3
- D.
  
  Option4
- E.
  
  6
- F.
  
  7
- G.
  
  8
- H.
  
  9
- I.
  
  10
- J.
  
  11
- K.
  
  12
- L.
  
  13
- M.
  
  14
- N.
  
  15
Correct Answer(s)
A. Option1
D. Option4
E. 6
F. 7
G. 8
H. 9
I. 10
J. 11
K. 12
N. 15
11.

Check all of the edible mushrooms below:
- A.
  
  Option1
- B.
  
  Option2
- C.
  
  Option3
- D.
  
  Option4
- E.
  
  5
- F.
  
  6
- G.
  
  7
- H.
  
  8
Correct Answer(s)
B. Option2
C. Option3
D. Option4
F. 6
G. 7

Explanation
The edible mushrooms among the given options are Option2, Option3, Option4, 6, and 7.

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