MORPHOLOGY OF FLOWERING PLANT

1	Geocarpic fruits are formed in: (a) Onion (b) Carrot (c) Groundnut (d) Watermelon	1
2	Statement A: Potatoes and sweet potatoes are called tubers. Statement B: Both are tuberous swollen plant parts, having definite shapes. (a) Both A and B are correct (b) Both A and B are incorrect (c) Only A is correct (d) Only B is correct	1
3	The axillary buds emerge from: (a) pericycle (endogenously) Cassia (b) tissues of the shoot apex (exogenously) (c) cambium tissues (endogenously) (d) innermost layers of cortex (exogenously)	1
4	The swollen leaf base of leguminous plant is called: (a) Stipules (b) Pulvinus (c) Petiole (d) Lamina	1
5	Statement A: Leaves possess stomata in their epidermis. Statement B: Stomata are primarily meant for gaseous exchange required for photosynthesis and respiration. (a) Both A and B are correct. (b) Both A and B are incorrect. (c) Only A is correct. (d) Only B is correct	1
6	Placenta and pericarp are edible portions in: (a) Tomato (b) Banana (c) Potato (d) Apple	1
7	Solanaceae is also known as: (a) nightshade family (b) sunlight family (c) moonlight family (d) daylight family	1
8	Which of the following plants is used to extract the blue dye? (a) Trifolium (c) Lupin (b) Indigofera (d) Cassia	1
9	Stamens attached to the petals are called: (a) Epipetalous (b) Epiphyllous (c) Staminode (d) Perianth	1
10	Five petals, sepals, and stamens are characteristic of which plant? (a) Tomato (b) Potato (c) Chilli (d) All of these	1

ASSERTION AND REASON QUESTIONS

(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).

(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).

(c) Assertion (A) is true, and Reason (R) is false.

(d) Assertion (A) is false, and Reason (R) True.

11	Assertion (A): Adventitious roots develop from the radicle. Reason (R): These adventitious roots are usually found in the monocots.	1
12	Assertion (A): Assimilatory roots can perform photosynthesis. Reason (R): Chlorophyll is present in assimilatory roots.	1
13	Assertion (A): Stem is negatively geotropic and positively phototropic. Reason (R): Stem grows away from the soil towards sunlight.	1
14	Assertion (A): Perianth is the outer part of a flower in which the calyx and corolla are undifferentiated and combined. Reason (R): Single unit of Perianth is called tepal.	1

VERY SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS

15	Write the difference between Monocotyledonous seed and Dicotyledonous seed.	2
16	Roots in a few huge trees are modified to provide mechanical support. Justify using an example.	2
17	Write the differences between fibrous and adventitious roots.	2
18	Describe the type of androecium and gynoecium of Solanum nigrum.	2
19	Maize grain is usually called a fruit and not a seed. Why?	2

SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS

20	How do you distinguish between hypogeal germination and epigeal germination? What is the role of cotyledon(s) and the endosperm in the germination of seeds?	3
21	Draw a well-labelled diagram of a monocot seed.	3
22	Write the floral formula of Solanaceae family and also, draw its floral diagram.	3
23	write about economic importance of the Family Solanaceae.	3
24	Name the type of root of the following: (A) Roots performing the function of photosynthesis. (B) Roots come above the surface of the soil to absorb air. (C) The pillar-like roots developed from lateral branches for providing mechanical support.	3
25	How do you distinguish between hypogeal germination and epigeal germination? What is the role of cotyledon(s) and the endosperm in the germination of seeds?	3
26	Define the different types of symmetry found in plants.	3

LONG ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS

27	Write a note on phyllotaxy and different types of leaves.	5
28	Define the following terms: (A) Actinomorphic (B) Zygomorphic (C) Epipetalous Stamen (D) Superior ovary (E) Placentation	5
29	Describe the various basic characteristics of flowering plants that must be understood before placing the plants in their correct taxonomic position.	5
30	What do you mean by placentation? Describe the different types of placentation with example.	5
31	What do you mean by aestivation? Define different types of aestivation with examples.	5
32	Write a descriptive note of Solanaceae family.	5
33	Write a short note on inflorescence.	5