FNGLA HORTICULTURE PRACTICE EXAM
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MCQ 1. Plant Science
Which part of the plant is primarily responsible for photosynthesis?
A. Root
B. Stem
C. Leaf
D. Flower
Rationale: Leaves contain chlorophyll and chloroplasts, which capture light energy and convert
it into chemical energy during photosynthesis.
MCQ 2. Soil Science
Which soil texture drains the fastest?
A. Clay
B. Silt
C. Sand
D. Loam
Rationale: Sand has the largest particles and pores, allowing rapid water drainage compared to
clay or silt.
MCQ 3. Turfgrass
Which warm-season turfgrass is most tolerant of drought?
A. Kentucky bluegrass
B. Bermuda grass
,C. Fescue
D. Ryegrass
Rationale: Bermuda grass has deep roots and high drought resistance, making it ideal for warm
climates.
MCQ 4. Pest Management
An insect that undergoes complete metamorphosis has which life stages?
A. Egg, larva, pupa, adult
B. Egg, nymph, adult
C. Larva, pupa, adult
D. Egg, juvenile, adult
Rationale: Complete metamorphosis includes four distinct stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult
(e.g., butterflies).
MCQ 5. Irrigation
The best time to irrigate landscapes to reduce disease is:
A. Midday
B. Evening
C. Early morning
D. Late night
Rationale: Early morning irrigation allows leaves to dry quickly, reducing fungal disease risk.
MCQ 6. Botany
The male reproductive part of a flower is called:
A. Pistil
B. Sepal
C. Stamen
D. Petal
Rationale: The stamen consists of anther and filament, which produce pollen.
, MCQ 7. Landscape Design
Which principle of design involves repeating elements to create unity?
A. Balance
B. Rhythm
C. Contrast
D. Focalization
Rationale: Rhythm is achieved by repeating forms, colors, or textures, giving a sense of flow.
MCQ 8. Fertilizers
A fertilizer labeled 16-4-8 contains:
A. 16% nitrogen, 4% phosphorus, 8% potassium
B. 16% potassium, 4% nitrogen, 8% phosphorus
C. 16% phosphorus, 4% nitrogen, 8% potassium
D. 16% nitrogen, 8% phosphorus, 4% potassium
Rationale: Fertilizer numbers always follow the order: Nitrogen (N) – Phosphorus (P) –
Potassium (K).
MCQ 9. Plant Propagation
The process of reproducing plants from cuttings is called:
A. Sexual propagation
B. Asexual propagation
C. Natural propagation
D. Pollination
Rationale: Cuttings bypass seeds and use vegetative parts, making this asexual propagation.
MCQ 10. Turfgrass Maintenance
Scalping turf refers to:
A. Removing weeds
B. Mowing too low
C. Fertilizing incorrectly
D. Overseeding
2025/2026 VERIFIED QUESTIONS BANK AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES || 100%
GUARANTEED PASS <UPDATED VERSION>
MCQ 1. Plant Science
Which part of the plant is primarily responsible for photosynthesis?
A. Root
B. Stem
C. Leaf
D. Flower
Rationale: Leaves contain chlorophyll and chloroplasts, which capture light energy and convert
it into chemical energy during photosynthesis.
MCQ 2. Soil Science
Which soil texture drains the fastest?
A. Clay
B. Silt
C. Sand
D. Loam
Rationale: Sand has the largest particles and pores, allowing rapid water drainage compared to
clay or silt.
MCQ 3. Turfgrass
Which warm-season turfgrass is most tolerant of drought?
A. Kentucky bluegrass
B. Bermuda grass
,C. Fescue
D. Ryegrass
Rationale: Bermuda grass has deep roots and high drought resistance, making it ideal for warm
climates.
MCQ 4. Pest Management
An insect that undergoes complete metamorphosis has which life stages?
A. Egg, larva, pupa, adult
B. Egg, nymph, adult
C. Larva, pupa, adult
D. Egg, juvenile, adult
Rationale: Complete metamorphosis includes four distinct stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult
(e.g., butterflies).
MCQ 5. Irrigation
The best time to irrigate landscapes to reduce disease is:
A. Midday
B. Evening
C. Early morning
D. Late night
Rationale: Early morning irrigation allows leaves to dry quickly, reducing fungal disease risk.
MCQ 6. Botany
The male reproductive part of a flower is called:
A. Pistil
B. Sepal
C. Stamen
D. Petal
Rationale: The stamen consists of anther and filament, which produce pollen.
, MCQ 7. Landscape Design
Which principle of design involves repeating elements to create unity?
A. Balance
B. Rhythm
C. Contrast
D. Focalization
Rationale: Rhythm is achieved by repeating forms, colors, or textures, giving a sense of flow.
MCQ 8. Fertilizers
A fertilizer labeled 16-4-8 contains:
A. 16% nitrogen, 4% phosphorus, 8% potassium
B. 16% potassium, 4% nitrogen, 8% phosphorus
C. 16% phosphorus, 4% nitrogen, 8% potassium
D. 16% nitrogen, 8% phosphorus, 4% potassium
Rationale: Fertilizer numbers always follow the order: Nitrogen (N) – Phosphorus (P) –
Potassium (K).
MCQ 9. Plant Propagation
The process of reproducing plants from cuttings is called:
A. Sexual propagation
B. Asexual propagation
C. Natural propagation
D. Pollination
Rationale: Cuttings bypass seeds and use vegetative parts, making this asexual propagation.
MCQ 10. Turfgrass Maintenance
Scalping turf refers to:
A. Removing weeds
B. Mowing too low
C. Fertilizing incorrectly
D. Overseeding
