Arboriculture Exam 1 UPDATED Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
arboriculture - CORRECT ANSWER- science and art of caring for trees, shrubs, and other
woody plants in landscape settings, combining physical skills and modern technology to
utilize scientifically based methods to care for trees
tree - CORRECT ANSWER- a woody plant that is 20 feet and taller
forestry - CORRECT ANSWER- commercial production and utilization of timber
arborist - CORRECT ANSWER- someone who works with trees and cares for them, aka a
tree surgeon
tree warden - CORRECT ANSWER- Title given to an individual who cares for trees on
public town lands
horticulture - CORRECT ANSWER- cultivation of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants
urban forestry - CORRECT ANSWER- management of naturally occurring and planted trees
in urban settings
when would you need to hire an arborist? - CORRECT ANSWER- -tree pruning
-tree removal
-emergency tree care
-planting
-plant health care
-tree protection
how do you know if an arborist is qualified? - CORRECT ANSWER- -ISA certification
-Professional affiliations
, -insurance
-references
-estimates
ISA Certification - CORRECT ANSWER- international society of arboriculture offers several
different certifications that proves knowledge and clients look for this:
-certified arborist
-utility specialist
-municipal specialist
-certified tree worker
-board certified master arborist
TCIA - CORRECT ANSWER- Tree Care Industry Association
ASCA - CORRECT ANSWER- American Society of Consulting Arborists
what arboriculture groups are there in MA? - CORRECT ANSWER- -Massachusetts
Arborists Association
-Massachusetts Tree Wardens and Foresters Association
tree topping - CORRECT ANSWER- an improper method of pruning that involves removing
whole tops or trees/large branches, makes tree lose too much plant material at once
when is it okay to use tree spikes? - CORRECT ANSWER- -during tree removal
-in rescue/emergency situations
what are some urban forestry topics? - CORRECT ANSWER- -role and function of shade
tree commissions
-volunteer organizations and management
-street and park tree inventory systems
-community tree management plans
-urban forest management
Questions and CORRECT Answers
arboriculture - CORRECT ANSWER- science and art of caring for trees, shrubs, and other
woody plants in landscape settings, combining physical skills and modern technology to
utilize scientifically based methods to care for trees
tree - CORRECT ANSWER- a woody plant that is 20 feet and taller
forestry - CORRECT ANSWER- commercial production and utilization of timber
arborist - CORRECT ANSWER- someone who works with trees and cares for them, aka a
tree surgeon
tree warden - CORRECT ANSWER- Title given to an individual who cares for trees on
public town lands
horticulture - CORRECT ANSWER- cultivation of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants
urban forestry - CORRECT ANSWER- management of naturally occurring and planted trees
in urban settings
when would you need to hire an arborist? - CORRECT ANSWER- -tree pruning
-tree removal
-emergency tree care
-planting
-plant health care
-tree protection
how do you know if an arborist is qualified? - CORRECT ANSWER- -ISA certification
-Professional affiliations
, -insurance
-references
-estimates
ISA Certification - CORRECT ANSWER- international society of arboriculture offers several
different certifications that proves knowledge and clients look for this:
-certified arborist
-utility specialist
-municipal specialist
-certified tree worker
-board certified master arborist
TCIA - CORRECT ANSWER- Tree Care Industry Association
ASCA - CORRECT ANSWER- American Society of Consulting Arborists
what arboriculture groups are there in MA? - CORRECT ANSWER- -Massachusetts
Arborists Association
-Massachusetts Tree Wardens and Foresters Association
tree topping - CORRECT ANSWER- an improper method of pruning that involves removing
whole tops or trees/large branches, makes tree lose too much plant material at once
when is it okay to use tree spikes? - CORRECT ANSWER- -during tree removal
-in rescue/emergency situations
what are some urban forestry topics? - CORRECT ANSWER- -role and function of shade
tree commissions
-volunteer organizations and management
-street and park tree inventory systems
-community tree management plans
-urban forest management
