Jr. Envirothon-Field & Meadow: Trees & Plants 2 Quiz

What type of soil does the Honey Locust commonly grow on?

• Sandy soil

• Limestone or moist bottomland soils

• Clay soil

• Rocky soil

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How long are the leaflets of the Honey Locust?

• 1/4 to 1/2 inch

• 1/2 to 1 1/2 inches

• 2 to 3 inches

• 3 to 4 inches

What is the color of the Honey Locust's flowers?

• Bright yellow

• Greenish yellow

• Red

• Blue

What is the distinctive feature of the Honey Locust's fruit?

• Round and green

• Flattened, red-brown, leathery pod

• Small and black

• Spiky and yellow

What is the primary use of Honey Locust wood?

• Making paper

• Fuelwood and construction

• Jewelry

• Musical instruments

Which wildlife is attracted to the Honey Locust's fruits?

• Fish

• Cattle, rabbits, squirrels, deer, opossum, birds

• Insects only

• Reptiles

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What is a common misconception about Goldenrod?

• It is a tree

• It causes allergies

• It is poisonous

• It is a cactus

What is the height range of Goldenrod plants?

• 1 to 2 feet

• 3 to 4 feet

• 5 to 6 feet

• 7 to 8 feet

What part of the Goldenrod plant is edible?

• Only the roots

• Only the flowers

• All aerial parts

• Only the seeds

What is the primary pollinator plant mentioned in the description?

• Honey Locust

• Goldenrod

• Multiflora Rose

• Common Milkweed

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