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 is turmeric used for in ancient times?
A) Perfume
B) Medicine
C) Dye
D) All of the above

Question 2. What is the main component of turmeric's essential oil?
A) Turmerone
B) Ar-turmerone
C) Curcumin
D) Both A and B

Question 3. What is the colouring matter in turmeric?
A) Turmerone
B) Ar-turmerone
C) Curcumin
D) Both A and B

Question 4. What is the height of turmeric plants?
A) 0.5 meters
B) 1 meter
C) 1.5 meters
D) 2 meters

Question 5. What is the usual length of dried turmeric rhizomes?
A) 1-2 cm
B) 2.5-7.5 cm
C) 5-10 cm
D) 7.5-15 cm