Plants Quiz

Which of these is a stem we eat?

Answer: (b)

Complete the adaptation chart below: Plant lives in cold region → ___ → Reduces snow load and water loss

1. broad leaves
2. thick stems
3. spongy roots
4. needle-like leaves

Answer: (d) needle-like leaves

The given picture shows the part of the leaf 'X'. Identify the part 'X' correctly and its function from the given options.

1. X is the margin – It protects the leaf from damage.
2. X is the midrib – It helps the leaf stay upright.
3. X is the veins – They carry water and food.
4. X is the buds - They help grow new leaves.

Answer: (c) X is the veins – They carry water and food.

Choose the correct option regarding the two statements written below. Statement 1: A mango tree has one big main root, while grass has many small roots. Statement 2: A mango tree is easier to pull out from the soil than grass.

1. Both the statements are incorrect.
2. Both the statements are correct.
3. Statement 1 is incorrect, but Statement 2 is correct.
4. Statement 1 is correct, but Statement 2 is incorrect.

Answer: (d) Statement 1 is correct, but Statement 2 is incorrect.

Which of the following best describes how a grape plant grows?

1. It grows tall and strong with a thick trunk.
2. It has weak stems and grows along the ground.
3. It grows upright but needs support to stand.
4. It has floating leaves and lives in water.

Answer: (c) It grows upright but needs support to stand.

A gardener is planting a tree and places a few small stones around the base of the tree. Why does the gardener do this?

1. To allow water to flow to the roots and prevent soil erosion.
2. To make sure the tree’s leaves stay cool.
3. To prevent the roots from getting too much sunlight.
4. To attract animals for pollination.

Answer: (a) To allow water to flow to the roots and prevent soil erosion.

Look at the pattern given below and identify 'X' correctly: Coconut : Tree :: X : Herb

1. Tulsi
2. Bougainvillea
3. Bamboo
4. Grapevine

Answer: (a) Tulsi

Which of the following best explains why leaves are usually green?

1. They store water in their green parts.
2. They contain a green substance that helps them make food.
3. The green colour helps them absorb water from the air.
4. Green leaves help attract insects for pollination.

Answer: (b) They contain a green substance that helps them make food.

A seed was kept in dry soil and another in wet soil. After a few days, only the seed in wet soil sprouted. What does this experiment prove?

1. Seeds need water to grow
2. Seeds can grow without water
3. Seeds do not need air
4. Seeds can grow in dry soil

Answer: (a) Seeds need water to grow

Match the following plants to their correct types. Plant Type of Plant 1 Banyan A Creeper 2 Money Plant B Shrub 3 Pumpkin C Tree 4 Rose D Climber

1. 1 - A, 2 - B, 3 - C, 4 - D
2. 1 - C, 2 - D, 3 - A, 4 - B
3. 1 - D, 2 - C, 3 - B, 4 - A
4. 1 - B, 2 - A, 3 - D, 4 - C

Answer: (b) 1 - C, 2 - D, 3 - A, 4 - B