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. What are some common types of melons?
A) Cantaloupe, honeydew, and casaba
B) Cucumbers, pumpkins, and squashes
C) Watermelons, apples, and bananas
D) Grapes, strawberries, and oranges

Question 2. What is the original place where melons grew?
A) Central Asia
B) South America
C) Africa
D) Europe

Question 3. What is the lifespan of melon plants?
A) Perennial, lasting for many years
B) Biennial, lasting for two years
C) Annual, lasting for only one year
D) Deciduous, lasting for a few months

Question 4. What is the color of the pulp of a melon?
A) White, green, or orange
B) Red, yellow, or purple
C) Blue, pink, or green
D) Black, brown, or gray

Question 5. What can be done with the seeds found in the middle of a melon's pulp?
A) Eaten as snacks or used in cooking
B) Planted to grow more melon plants
C) Thrown away
D) All of the above