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 countries are the leading producers of plums?
A) China, the United States, Germany, and Romania
B) Mexico, France, Japan, and Australia
C) South Africa, Spain, Italy, and India
D) Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Peru

Question 2. What do most plum trees have?
A) Thorns
B) Flowers
C) Fruits
D) Twigs called spurs

Question 3. What are some things that plums are made into?
A) Jams, pastries, and drinks
B) Soups, salads, and sandwiches
C) Bread, cheese, and butter
D) Ice cream, candy, and chocolate

Question 4. What is the center of a plum called?
A) The skin
B) The stone
C) The seed
D) The pit

Question 5. What is the skin of some plums called?
A) The coat
B) The shell
C) The covering
D) The peel