Introduction to Olericulture MCQs (Quiz 2) Posted on May 5, 2026May 6, 2026Author agropublishers 0 Table of Contents Toggle Introduction to Olericulture MCQs (Quiz 2) [Explore all MCQs][Explore all MCQs] [Horticulture MCQs] [Introduction to Pomology MCQs] [Introductory Olericulture MCQs][Plant Physiology MCQs] [Plant Nutrition MCQs] [Crop Environment MCQs] [Botany MCQs ] [Soil Science MCQs] [Soil Physical Properties MCQs] [Soil Chemical Properties MCQs][Agronomy MCQs] [Cell Structure & Cell Organelles MCQs] [Gene Expression MCQs] Introduction to Olericulture MCQs (Quiz 2) [Explore all MCQs] 1. Which best defines a vegetable crop? Only leafy plants used for fodder Any plant grown in orchards Woody perennial plant used for timber Herbaceous plant or plant part used as food 2. A gardener records the scientific name of carrot. Which option follows binomial nomenclature rules? Apiaceae carota Carota Daucus daucus Carota Daucus carota 3. A student writes the scientific name of chili pepper in four ways. Which follows proper binomial nomenclature? annuum Capsicum Solanaceae annuum capsicum Annuum Capsicum annuum 4. In plant physiology, which plant part typically acts as the main “source” (producer) of photosynthates? Leaf Root Fruit Seed 5. Photosynthesis is best defined as _______ Movement of nutrients in soil Loss of water from leaves Conversion of light energy into chemical energy Breakdown of glucose 6. Hydroponics is a method of growing plants _______ In soil with regular watering Without soil, using nutrient-rich water solutions Under shade nets only Using only compost as fertilizer 7. Protected cultivation refers to _______ Growing crops under controlled or modified environmental conditions Growing crops using only rainwater Growing crops using large farm machinery Growing crops without any fertilizers or pesticides 8. Market gardening is characterized by _______ Exclusive use of greenhouses Low-input subsistence farming Intensive cultivation near urban markets Production for export 9. A plant completing its life cycle within one growing season is termed _______ Ephemeral Annual Biennial Perennial 10. Nursery management of vegetable crops is primarily refers to _______ Raising young seedlings for transplanting Storing harvested produce in cold storage Harvesting mature crops from the field Testing soil for nutrient content Loading … Question 1 of 10 __________________ [Explore all MCQs] [Horticulture MCQs] [Introduction to Pomology MCQs] [Introductory Olericulture MCQs][Plant Physiology MCQs] [Plant Nutrition MCQs] [Crop Environment MCQs] [Botany MCQs ] [Soil Science MCQs] [Soil Physical Properties MCQs] [Soil Chemical Properties MCQs][Agronomy MCQs] [Cell Structure & Cell Organelles MCQs] [Gene Expression MCQs]
