Plant Pests and Diseases Quiz

What can cause structural damage to trees?

• Aphids

• Termites

• Grasshoppers

• Wood ants

What is the most effective way of getting rid of pests and diseases in fruit trees?

• Spraying insecticide or pesticide

• Practicing proper sanitation

• Weeding regularly

• Burning infected plants

What is the purpose of bringing a sample of the affected plant to the authorities/expert?

• To get free plants

• To spread the infection

• To identify the plant

• To get rid of the plant

What is the general term for any substance or mixture that kills a pest or prevents the damage of a pest?

• Fungicide

• Herbicide

• Pesticide

• Insecticide

What kind of pesticide kills insects?

• Rodenticide

• Fungicide

• Herbicide

• Insecticide

What should be removed from the area regularly to minimize the population growth of pests and diseases?

• Twigs

• Weeds

• Infected plants

• Dried leaves

What can serve as breeding places for pests and insects?

• Weeds

• Dried leaves

• Twigs

• Fruit trees

What can harmful microorganisms thrive in?

• Dirty environment

• Weeds

• Clean environment

• Fruit trees

What should be done to prevent the spread of infection from infected plants?

• Prune the plants

• Burn the plants

• Water the plants

• Fertilize the plants

Who can assist in the identification, advice, and recommendation of affected plants?

• Department of Health

• Department of Transportation

• Department of Agriculture

• Department of Education