Watermelon Learning Lab Quiz

Quiz Questions

The origin of watermelon can be traced back to southern Africa.*

True
False

Sun + bees + well-drained, sandy soil + water are what’s needed to grow watermelon.*

True
False

Watermelons are harvested by hand at full maturity.*

True
False

Consumer research shows that taste is the top reason consumers buy watermelon.*

True
False

Which is not a type of watermelon?*

Mini
Yellow/Orange
Blue
Seeded

Approximately 85% percent of watermelon cultivars grown today are seedless.*

True
False

Mexico and Guatemala are two countries that contribute to the year-round supply of watermelon.*

True
False

What are the key characteristics used to tell when a watermelon is ripe, before cutting?*

Firm and free of bruises, cuts, dents or soft spots
Heavy for its size
Pale yellow to creamy white ground spot
All of the above

Storing watermelon with ethylene producing products causes decay of watermelon flesh.*

True
False

While 55°F is the ideal storage temperature for watermelon, if the fruit arrives refrigerated, the cold chain should not be broken.*

True
False

Watermelon can be stored:*

5 to 7 days
2 days

A two cup serving of watermelon has*

30 calories
120 calories
80 calories

Watermelon is 92% water; a flavorful, nutritious choice for hydration.*

True
False

When is National Watermelon Month?*

June
July
August

What are the best practices for watermelon?*

Take them off the floor
Lose the leakers
Make the most of displays
All of the above

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