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