Quiz: What's In Season This Fall?

Test your fall produce know-how — circle your answers, then check the key.

1. Which fruit is at its peak in early fall?
   a) Strawberries   b) Apples   c) Mango   d) Apricots

2. Which of these is a winter squash?
   a) Zucchini   b) Butternut   c) Cucumber   d) Yellow crookneck

3. The best place to store apples for long life is:
   a) On the counter   b) In the crisper drawer of the fridge   c) A warm cupboard   d) A sunny window

4. Which leafy green gets sweeter after a light frost?
   a) Iceberg   b) Kale   c) Arugula   d) Butter lettuce

5. Pumpkins and butternut squash are especially rich in:
   a) Vitamin C   b) Beta-carotene (vitamin A)   c) Calcium   d) Vitamin B12

6. Which root vegetable is in peak season in the fall?
   a) Sweet potatoes   b) Green beans   c) Corn   d) Cucumbers

7. Pears are ready to eat when:
   a) Rock-hard   b) They give slightly near the stem   c) The skin turns red   d) They float

8. Which of these is NOT typically a fall crop?
   a) Brussels sprouts   b) Cauliflower   c) Watermelon   d) Cabbage

9. Cranberries are harvested in which season?
   a) Spring   b) Summer   c) Fall   d) Winter

10. The best sign a fruit or vegetable is in season is:
    a) It's imported   b) It's abundant and inexpensive   c) Individually wrapped   d) The priciest one

Answer Key: 1-b · 2-b · 3-b · 4-b · 5-b · 6-a · 7-b · 8-c (watermelon is summer) · 9-c · 10-b