Vegetables Quiz

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What is the original meaning of the term 'vegetables'?

Only referring to leaves and stems of plants

Excluding fruits, flowers, nuts, and cereal grains

Referring to all edible parts of a plant (correct)

Including only fruits and flowers of plants

When did vegetables enter cultivation in various parts of the world?

Between 10,000 BC and 7,000 BC (correct)

Before 10,000 BC

After 7,000 BC

During the Industrial Revolution

Which country is the largest producer of vegetables?

India

China (correct)

Brazil

United States of America

What type of fruits are often included in the term 'vegetables'?

Savoury fruits like tomatoes and courgettes Signup and view all the answers

How has global trade impacted the availability of vegetables to consumers?

Allowed consumers to purchase vegetables grown in different countries Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of vegetables in human nutrition?

High in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber Signup and view all the answers

When was the word 'vegetable' first recorded in English?

Early 15th century Signup and view all the answers

What was the initial meaning of the word 'vegetable'?

Enlivening plant Signup and view all the answers

How is the word 'vegetable' used as an adjective in scientific contexts?

Related to plants in general Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a vegetable?

Fruits eaten as part of a main meal Signup and view all the answers

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What is the original meaning of the term 'vegetables'?

When did vegetables enter cultivation in various parts of the world?

Which country is the largest producer of vegetables?

What type of fruits are often included in the term 'vegetables'?

How has global trade impacted the availability of vegetables to consumers?

What is the main role of vegetables in human nutrition?

When was the word 'vegetable' first recorded in English?

What was the initial meaning of the word 'vegetable'?

How is the word 'vegetable' used as an adjective in scientific contexts?

Which of the following is NOT considered a vegetable?

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