QUESTIONS 15 



than fine flavor and desirable texture for the table. The varieties 

 of radishes, peas, string beans, and corn most commonly grown 

 for market are far inferior in quality to the best modern sorts. In 

 selecting varieties for the home garden it is wise to discard some 

 of the old ''standard" market sorts, and choose in their stead 

 varieties known to be capable of producing a product of high 

 quality. 



QUESTIONS 



1. Name four vegetables which deteriorate rapidly if not used when strictly 



fresh. 



2. What is the most reliable source from which to procure strictly fresh 



vegetables? 



3. What undesirable qualities do vegetables develop if allowed to become 



too mature before they are gathered? 



4. How does high temperature affect the quality of radishes, lettuce, and 



turnips? 



5. "VMiat effect has drought on the quality of radishes? 



6. How does thorough tillage influence the quality of vegetables? 



7. "\Miat effect have melon lice on the quality of muskmelons? 



8. How extensively do varieties of vegetables differ in quahtj'? 



9. Try to find out how many different kinds of radishes, tomatoes, potatoes, 



and other vegetables are grown in your neighborhood. 

 10. Name the varieties of these which are grown. 



