1. Directions

You will read passages on the topic and then answer questions about them. You may find vocabulary at the end of the test. Read the questions carefully before choosing the correct answers.

2. Questions of the test

Question 1. Where is the carambola tree native to?
A) India, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka
B) Australia and the islands around it
C) Florida, Puerto Rico, and Hawaii
D) Northern India

Question 2. What is the taste of a ripe carambola like?
A) Sweet and juicy with a taste similar to papaya, orange, and grapefruit
B) Sour and crunchy with a taste similar to lime and lemon
C) Bitter and dry with a taste similar to quince and persimmon
D) Savory and crunchy with a taste similar to bell peppers and zucchini

Question 3. Can the skin of a carambola be eaten?
A) Yes, it can be eaten along with the rest of the fruit
B) No, it is too tough to eat and should be removed
C) Yes, but only if it is cooked or baked first
D) No, it is poisonous and should not be consumed

Question 4. What are the main pests that affect carambola trees?
A) Fruit flies, ants, and birds
B) Aphids, mites, and slugs
C) Mosquitoes, ticks, and flies
D) Beetles, worms, and caterpillars

Question 5. What are the ideal growing conditions for carambola trees?
A) Total exposure to the sun, high humidity, and 70 inches or more of rainfall per year
B) Partial shade, moderate humidity, and 30-50 inches of rainfall per year
C) Full shade, low humidity, and less than 30 inches of rainfall per year
D) Total exposure to the sun, low humidity, and 50-70 inches of rainfall per year