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Quiz about Youre Really Eating That Okra

You're Really Eating That? Okra! Quiz

One of the funniest Saturday Night Live skits I remember was a spoof of "Oklahoma", called "Okra-Cola" - a beverage made of an odd little vegetable that you either love or hate. Want to know more?

A multiple-choice quiz by babsr. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
babsr

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
293,070

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

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1321

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Question 1 of 10

1. Okra is a member of which family or families? Hint

Cotton and Hibiscus

Rosea and Dogwood

Cruciferae

Brassica

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Question 2 of 10

2. The shape of okra is like what? Hint

fingers

pyramids

tomatoes

ears

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Question 3 of 10

3. The best way to describe the seeds inside the pod is this. Hint

celery seeds

spaghetti

sunflower seeds

buckshot

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Question 4 of 10

4. Okra plants would be considered which of the following? Hint

tuberous

vine

bush

tree

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Question 5 of 10

5. Is Okra a perennial, biennial or annual plant? Hint

it depends on the environment

biennial

annual

perennial

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Question 6 of 10

6. Some folks are turned off by the texture of the cooked pods - they're slimy! Why? Hint

It's just a really gross plant.

The pods had been infected by a plant virus.

They weren't cleaned right.

They're overcooked.

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Question 7 of 10

7. One of these is not a common way to enjoy this little plant (one you'd find in a mainstream cookbook). Hint

raw

pickled

chocolate covered

fried

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Question 8 of 10

8. One of the most traditional dishes which employs okra is the Southern favorite, gumbo.

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. Has a soda company actually bottled "Okra-Cola"?

Yes

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Question 10 of 10

10. Okra is related to Marsh Mallow.

True

False

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Okra is a member of which family or families?

Answer: Cotton and Hibiscus

Blooms are beautiful, and look like hibiscus.

2. The shape of okra is like what?

Answer: fingers

Okra grows in a pod shape, tapering toward the tip. The best ones are the smaller pods, as they get tougher as they mature and increase in size.

3. The best way to describe the seeds inside the pod is this.

Answer: buckshot

The seeds are lined up along the inside, corresponding to the outside ribs, so very orderly.

4. Okra plants would be considered which of the following?

Answer: bush

Okra grows as a 3-6 foot bush.

5. Is Okra a perennial, biennial or annual plant?

Answer: it depends on the environment

In temperate regions, Okra is a somewhat delicate plant, so if you overwater, or get a sudden chill in the air, you may be done growing for the year. Plant more bushes next year, because this plant is a single season grower. BUT if the weather stays nice, and if you keep plucking off the pods, the plant can potentially grow literally until it's time to plant the new ones next season! In the tropics, however, Okra grows perennially.

6. Some folks are turned off by the texture of the cooked pods - they're slimy! Why?

Answer: They're overcooked.

Okra is a fairly delicate vegetable, and doesn't need heavy duty cooking. They can be eaten raw, or lightly steamed or boiled. If the pods start breaking down, releasing the slime, it's time to take them off the heat.

7. One of these is not a common way to enjoy this little plant (one you'd find in a mainstream cookbook).

Answer: chocolate covered

I imagine someone may have tried it chocolate covered, but I can't prove it, and I know I haven't!

8. One of the most traditional dishes which employs okra is the Southern favorite, gumbo.

Answer: True

Gumbo, so named for the seasoning gumbo file, is basically a stew composed of different ingredients, but usually will have chicken, tomatoes, okra, onions, rice, and of course the file. Toss everything into a slow cooker, and wait for an absolutely blissful taste treat - and okra is definitely a highlight to that taste!

9. Has a soda company actually bottled "Okra-Cola"?

Answer: No

Heh! As noted in the intro, this was a skit. Although, any plant could be used to flavor sodas or wines, okra probably wouldn't be too high on the list...

10. Okra is related to Marsh Mallow.

Answer: true

Yes, there is a plant called a Marsh Mallow - note it's two words, not one. Although, okra is slimy and candy marshmallows are sticky - or is that just reaching for a comparison?

Source: Author babsr

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