Morphology of flowering plants 1000+ MCQ with answer for CTET
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1. Pneumatophores are found in
A. the vegetation which is found in marshy and saline lake.
B. the vegetation which found in saline soil.
C. xerophytic condition.
D. hydrophytic condition.
Answer : A
A. the vegetation which is found in marshy and saline lake.
B. the vegetation which found in saline soil.
C. xerophytic condition.
D. hydrophytic condition.
Answer : A
2. Which of the following statements are correct about the leaf?
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (ii) and (iii)
C. (i), (ii) and (iv)
D. all of these
Answer : A
- Leaf is a lateral, generally flattened structure borne on the stem.
- It develops at the node and bears a bud in its axil.
- Leaves originate from root apical meristems and arranged in an acropetal order.
- They are the most important vegetative organs for reproduction.
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (ii) and (iii)
C. (i), (ii) and (iv)
D. all of these
Answer : A
3. A branch in which each node bearing a rossette of leaves and a tuft of roots is found in aquatic plants like _________ and _________.
A. Hydrilla and Pistia
B. Eichhornia and Hydrilla
C. Pistia and Eichhornia
D. Pistia and Vallisneria
Answer : C
A. Hydrilla and Pistia
B. Eichhornia and Hydrilla
C. Pistia and Eichhornia
D. Pistia and Vallisneria
Answer : C
4. Leaves of dicotyledonous plants possess _________ venation, while _________ venation is the characteristic of most monocotyledons.
A. reticulate and parallel
B. parallel and reticulate
C. reticulate and perpendicular
D. obliquely and parallel
Answer : A
A. reticulate and parallel
B. parallel and reticulate
C. reticulate and perpendicular
D. obliquely and parallel
Answer : A
5. The primary roots and its branches constitute the
A. fibrous root system.
B. tap root system.
C. adventitious root system.
D. all of the above
Answer : B
A. fibrous root system.
B. tap root system.
C. adventitious root system.
D. all of the above
Answer : B
6. Main function of leaf is
A. exchange of gases
B. increase the beauty of a tree
C. manufacturing of food
D. nerve impulse induction
Answer : C
A. exchange of gases
B. increase the beauty of a tree
C. manufacturing of food
D. nerve impulse induction
Answer : C
7. Which one of the following characteristics does not belong to parietal placentation?
A. Ovules are borne on central axis.
B. Ovary is one-chambered but it becomes two-chambered due to the formation of false septum.
C. Examples are mustard and Argemone.
D. Both (b) and (c)
Answer : A
A. Ovules are borne on central axis.
B. Ovary is one-chambered but it becomes two-chambered due to the formation of false septum.
C. Examples are mustard and Argemone.
D. Both (b) and (c)
Answer : A
8. When a flower can be divided into two equal radial halves in any radial plane passing through the centre, it is known as
A. actinomorphic
B. zygomorphic
C. asymmetric
D. bisymmetric
Answer : A
A. actinomorphic
B. zygomorphic
C. asymmetric
D. bisymmetric
Answer : A
9. Matching colmun I with column II and choose the correct option.
A. A III, B I, C IV, D II, E V
B. A IV, B II, C V, D I, E III
C. A V, B I, C III, D IV, E II
D. A IV, B V, C I, D II, E III
Answer : D
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| A. Coleorhiza | I. Grapes |
| B. Food storing tissue | II. Mango |
| C. Parthenocarpic fruit | III. Maize |
| D. Single seeded fruit | IV. Radicle developing from monocarpellary superior ovary |
| E. Membranous | V. Endosperm seed coat |
A. A III, B I, C IV, D II, E V
B. A IV, B II, C V, D I, E III
C. A V, B I, C III, D IV, E II
D. A IV, B V, C I, D II, E III
Answer : D
10. Which part of plant is generally green when young and later often become woody and dark brown?
A. stem
B. seed
C. leaves
D. flower
Answer : A
A. stem
B. seed
C. leaves
D. flower
Answer : A
11. Which of the following is not the characteristic features of fabaceae?
A. Tap root system, compound leaves and raceme inflorescence.
B. Flowers actinomorphic, twisted aestivation and gamopetalous.
C. Stamens 10, introrse, basifixed, dithecous.
D. Monocarpellary, ovary superior and bent stigma.
Answer : B
A. Tap root system, compound leaves and raceme inflorescence.
B. Flowers actinomorphic, twisted aestivation and gamopetalous.
C. Stamens 10, introrse, basifixed, dithecous.
D. Monocarpellary, ovary superior and bent stigma.
Answer : B
12. Cotyledons and testa respectively are edible parts in which of the following group?
A. walnut and tamarind
B. cashew nut and litchi
C. french bean and coconut
D. groundnut and pomegranate
Answer : D
A. walnut and tamarind
B. cashew nut and litchi
C. french bean and coconut
D. groundnut and pomegranate
Answer : D
13. It is a proteinous layer and the outer covering of endosperm which separates the embryo. Identify the layer.
A. Tegmen
B. Scutellum
C. Hyaline layer
D. Aleurone layer
Answer : D
A. Tegmen
B. Scutellum
C. Hyaline layer
D. Aleurone layer
Answer : D
14. Consider the following statements regarding the root system of angiosperms and choose the correct option given below.
A. (i) and (ii) are correct but (iii) and (iv) are wrong.
B. (ii) and (iii) are correct but (i) and (iv) are wrong.
C. (ii) and (iv) are correct but (i) and (iii) are wrong.
D. (i) and (iii) are correct but (ii) and (iv) are wrong.
Answer : D
- In monocots, the fibrous root system arises from the base of the stem.
- The region of elongation is called the root hair region.
- In sweet potato, the adventitious roots get swollen and store food.
- The stems of maize and sugarcane have supporting roots called prop roots.
A. (i) and (ii) are correct but (iii) and (iv) are wrong.
B. (ii) and (iii) are correct but (i) and (iv) are wrong.
C. (ii) and (iv) are correct but (i) and (iii) are wrong.
D. (i) and (iii) are correct but (ii) and (iv) are wrong.
Answer : D
15. The given figure shows the region of root tips with their region marked as A, B and C. Choose the option which shows the correct labelling of A, B and C.
A. A - Zone of elongation, B - Zone of meiosis, C - Zone of mitosis.
B. A - Zone of maturation, B - Zone of meristematic activity, C - Zone of elongation.
C. A - Zone of mitosis, B - Zone of elongation, C - Zone of root cap.
D. A - Region of maturation, B - Region of elongation, C - Zone of meristematic activity.
Answer : D
A. A - Zone of elongation, B - Zone of meiosis, C - Zone of mitosis.
B. A - Zone of maturation, B - Zone of meristematic activity, C - Zone of elongation.
C. A - Zone of mitosis, B - Zone of elongation, C - Zone of root cap.
D. A - Region of maturation, B - Region of elongation, C - Zone of meristematic activity.
Answer : D
16. Which one of the following characteristics is not related to gynoecium?
A. It is the female reproductive part of the flower.
B. It is composed of stamens.
C. Stigma is usually at the tip of the style and is the receptive surface for pollen grains.
D. Each ovary bears one or more ovules attached to a flattened, cushion like placenta.
Answer : B
A. It is the female reproductive part of the flower.
B. It is composed of stamens.
C. Stigma is usually at the tip of the style and is the receptive surface for pollen grains.
D. Each ovary bears one or more ovules attached to a flattened, cushion like placenta.
Answer : B
17. Which of the following is the green expanded part of leaf with vein and veinlets?
A. Petiole
B. Node
C. Stipule
D. Lamina
Answer : D
A. Petiole
B. Node
C. Stipule
D. Lamina
Answer : D
18. Prop roots of banyan tree are meant for
A. respiration.
B. absorption of water from soil.
C. providing support to big tree.
D. all of the above.
Answer : C
A. respiration.
B. absorption of water from soil.
C. providing support to big tree.
D. all of the above.
Answer : C
19. Match column-I with column-II and choose the option which shows their correct combination.
A. A IV, B V, C III, D I, E VI, F II
B. A IV, B III, C V, D I, E II, F VI
C. A VI, B IV, C III, D V, E I, F II
D. A VI, B IV, C V, D III, E II, F I
Answer : C
| Column-I | Column-II |
|---|---|
| A. Gamosepalous | I. Flower of lily |
| B. Polysepalous | II. Sterile anther |
| C. Gamopetalous | III. Free petals |
| D. Polypetalous | IV. Free sepals |
| E. Epiphyllous | V. Fused petals |
| F. Staminode | VI. Fused sepals |
A. A IV, B V, C III, D I, E VI, F II
B. A IV, B III, C V, D I, E II, F VI
C. A VI, B IV, C III, D V, E I, F II
D. A VI, B IV, C V, D III, E II, F I
Answer : C
20. The given figure shows the parts of flowering plant. Which parts of the given figure were involved in the following functions:
A. 5 and 6
B. 1, 2 and 6
C. 1, 2, 3 and 4
D. 2, 4, 5 and 6
Answer : A
- Storing reserve food material
- Synthesis of plant growth regulators.
- Absorption of water and minerals from the soil.
- Providing a proper anchorage to the plant parts
A. 5 and 6
B. 1, 2 and 6
C. 1, 2, 3 and 4
D. 2, 4, 5 and 6
Answer : A
21. Fibrous root system is found in
A. monocotyledonous plants.
B. dicotyledonous plants.
C. bryophytes.
D. gymnosperms.
Answer : A
A. monocotyledonous plants.
B. dicotyledonous plants.
C. bryophytes.
D. gymnosperms.
Answer : A
22. Most prominent function of inflorescence is
A. dispersal of seeds.
B. formation of more fruits.
C. formation of pollen grains.
D. dispersal of pollens.
Answer : B
A. dispersal of seeds.
B. formation of more fruits.
C. formation of pollen grains.
D. dispersal of pollens.
Answer : B
23. The given figure (A, B, and C) shows different types of roots. Identify the root which is seen in wheat plant and originate from the base of the stem?
A. A
B. B
C. C
D. Both A and B
Answer : B
A. A
B. B
C. C
D. Both A and B
Answer : B
24. The given figure shows the parts of mango and coconut. Choose the option which shows the correct labelling of A, B, C and D marked in the figures.
A. A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Seed, D - Endocarp
B. A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Ovule, D - Endocarp
C. A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Ovary, D - Endocarp
D. A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Embryo, D - Endocarp
Answer : A
A. A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Seed, D - Endocarp
B. A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Ovule, D - Endocarp
C. A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Ovary, D - Endocarp
D. A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Embryo, D - Endocarp
Answer : A
25. Which one of the following statement is correct?
A. Bulb of Allium cepa is a modified stem.
B. Cloves of Allium sativum are fleshy scale leaves.
C. Corm of Colocasia is a modified root.
D. Tendril in Vitis vinifera is a modified axillary bud.
Answer : A
A. Bulb of Allium cepa is a modified stem.
B. Cloves of Allium sativum are fleshy scale leaves.
C. Corm of Colocasia is a modified root.
D. Tendril in Vitis vinifera is a modified axillary bud.
Answer : A
26. Floral features are chiefly used in angiosperms identification because
A. flowers are of various colours.
B. flowers can be safely pressed.
C. reproductive parts are more stable and conservative than vegetative parts.
D. flowers are good materials for identification.
Answer : C
A. flowers are of various colours.
B. flowers can be safely pressed.
C. reproductive parts are more stable and conservative than vegetative parts.
D. flowers are good materials for identification.
Answer : C
27. Which one of the following option shows the correct labelling of the structure marked as A, B, C & D?
A. A - Gynoecium, B - Megasporophyll, C - Ovule, D - Thalamus
B. A - Gynoecium, B - Stamen, C - Seed, D - Thalamus
C. A - Microsporophyll, B - Stamen, C - Ovule, D - Thalamus
D. A - Gynoecium, B - Stamen, C - Ovule, D - Thalamus
Answer : D
A. A - Gynoecium, B - Megasporophyll, C - Ovule, D - Thalamus
B. A - Gynoecium, B - Stamen, C - Seed, D - Thalamus
C. A - Microsporophyll, B - Stamen, C - Ovule, D - Thalamus
D. A - Gynoecium, B - Stamen, C - Ovule, D - Thalamus
Answer : D
28. Match column I with column II and choose the correct option.
A. A I, B II, C III, D IV, E V
B. A V, B IV, C III, D II, E I
C. A IV, B III, C II, D I, E V
D. A IV, B II, C III, D I, E V
Answer : C
| Column-I | Column-II |
|---|---|
| A. Bud in the | I. Pitcher plant axil of leaf and venus fly trap |
| B. Outer layer of | II. Cacti seed coat |
| C. Spines | III. Testa (modified leaves) |
| D. Leaves modified | IV. Simple leaf to catch insects |
| E. Fleshy leaves | V. Garlic and onion with stored food |
A. A I, B II, C III, D IV, E V
B. A V, B IV, C III, D II, E I
C. A IV, B III, C II, D I, E V
D. A IV, B II, C III, D I, E V
Answer : C
29. Fibrous root system is better adopted than tap root system for
A. transport of organic matter.
B. absorption of water and minerals.
C. storage of food.
D. anchorage of plant to soil.
Answer : D
A. transport of organic matter.
B. absorption of water and minerals.
C. storage of food.
D. anchorage of plant to soil.
Answer : D
30. Rearrange the following zones seen in the regions of root tip and choose the correct option.
(A) Root hair zone
(B) Zone of meristems
(C) Root cap zone
(D) Zone of maturation
(E) Zone of elongation
A. C, B, E, A, D
B. A, B, C, D, E
C. D, E, A, C, B
D. E, D, C, B, A
Answer : A
(A) Root hair zone
(B) Zone of meristems
(C) Root cap zone
(D) Zone of maturation
(E) Zone of elongation
A. C, B, E, A, D
B. A, B, C, D, E
C. D, E, A, C, B
D. E, D, C, B, A
Answer : A
31. The region of the stem where leaves are born are called ____________ while ____________ are the portions between two ____________.
A. nodes, nodes and internodes
B. nodes, internodes and nodes
C. internodes, nodes and nodes
D. internodes, internodes and nodes
Answer : B
A. nodes, nodes and internodes
B. nodes, internodes and nodes
C. internodes, nodes and nodes
D. internodes, internodes and nodes
Answer : B
32. Pollen grains are produced within _________of stamen.
A. ovary
B. anther
C. filament
D. connective
Answer : B
A. ovary
B. anther
C. filament
D. connective
Answer : B
33. Seeds are regarded asproducts of sexual reproduction because they
A. can be stored for long time.
B. are result of fusion of pollen tube.
C. are result of fusion of gametes.
D. give rise to new plants.
Answer : C
A. can be stored for long time.
B. are result of fusion of pollen tube.
C. are result of fusion of gametes.
D. give rise to new plants.
Answer : C
34. Ginger is an underground stem. It is distinguished from root because
A. it lacks chlorophyll.
B. it stores food.
C. it has nodes and internodes.
D. it has xylem and vessels.
Answer : C
A. it lacks chlorophyll.
B. it stores food.
C. it has nodes and internodes.
D. it has xylem and vessels.
Answer : C
35. Stem tendrils are found in
A. cucumber
B. pumpkins
C. grapevines
D. all of these
Answer : D
A. cucumber
B. pumpkins
C. grapevines
D. all of these
Answer : D
36. The X is small and situated in a groove at one end of the endosperm. It consists of one large and shield shaped cotyledon known as Y and a short axis with a plumule and a Z. Identify X, Y and Z.
A. X - Scutellum, Y - Embryo, Z - Radicle
B. X - Embryo, Y - Scutellum, Z - Radicle
C. X - Scutellum, Y - Radicle, Z - Embryo
D. X - Radicle, Y - Embryo, Z - Scutellum
Answer : B
A. X - Scutellum, Y - Embryo, Z - Radicle
B. X - Embryo, Y - Scutellum, Z - Radicle
C. X - Scutellum, Y - Radicle, Z - Embryo
D. X - Radicle, Y - Embryo, Z - Scutellum
Answer : B
37. The given figure shows a typical structure of monocotyledonous seeds. Identify A, B, C, D and E parts marked in the given figures.
A. A - Endosperm, B - Embryo, C - Scutellum, D - Coleorhiza, E - Coleoptile
B. A- Embryo, B - Endosperm, C - Scutellum, D - Coleoptile, E - Coleorhiza
C. A - Endosperm, B - Embryo, C - Scutellum, D - Coleoptile, E - Coleorhiza
D. A - Embryo, B - Endosperm, C - Scutellum, D - Coleorhiza, E - Coleoptile
Answer : C
A. A - Endosperm, B - Embryo, C - Scutellum, D - Coleorhiza, E - Coleoptile
B. A- Embryo, B - Endosperm, C - Scutellum, D - Coleoptile, E - Coleorhiza
C. A - Endosperm, B - Embryo, C - Scutellum, D - Coleoptile, E - Coleorhiza
D. A - Embryo, B - Endosperm, C - Scutellum, D - Coleorhiza, E - Coleoptile
Answer : C
38. Read the following statements and answer the questions.
Which condition of flowers is being described by the above statements ?
A. hypogyny
B. perigyny
C. epigyny
D. none of these
Answer : B
- Gynoecium is situated in the centre and other parts of the flower are located on the rim of the thalamus almost at the same level.
- Ovary is half-inferior.
- Examples are plum, rose and peach.
Which condition of flowers is being described by the above statements ?
A. hypogyny
B. perigyny
C. epigyny
D. none of these
Answer : B
39. Identify the kind of phyllotaxy shown in the given figures A, B, and C.
A. A-Alternate, B - Opposite, C - Whorled
B. A- Whorled, B - Opposite, C -Alternate
C. A-Alternate, B - Whorled, C - Opposite
D. A-Whorled, B -Alternate, C - Opposite
Answer : A
A. A-Alternate, B - Opposite, C - Whorled
B. A- Whorled, B - Opposite, C -Alternate
C. A-Alternate, B - Whorled, C - Opposite
D. A-Whorled, B -Alternate, C - Opposite
Answer : A
40. Which of the following part elongates directly and leads to the formation of primary roots?
A. bud
B. radicle
C. plumule
D. root hair
Answer : B
A. bud
B. radicle
C. plumule
D. root hair
Answer : B
41. Which is not a stem modification ?
A. Rhizome of ginger
B. Corm of Colocasia
C. Pitcher of Nepenthes
D. Tuber of potato
Answer : C
A. Rhizome of ginger
B. Corm of Colocasia
C. Pitcher of Nepenthes
D. Tuber of potato
Answer : C
42. Match column I with column II and choose the correct combination from the options given below.
A. A II, B I, C III
B. A I, B II, C III
C. A III, B II, C I
D. A II, B III, C I
Answer : D
| (Position of floral parts on thalamus) | (Represented in) |
|---|---|
| A. Hypogynous | I. Ray florets of sunflower |
| B. Perigynous | II. Brinjal |
| C Epigynous | III Peach |
A. A II, B I, C III
B. A I, B II, C III
C. A III, B II, C I
D. A II, B III, C I
Answer : D
43. A - Which one of the option shows the correct labelling of the parts marked as A, B, C and D in a typical structure of dicotyledonous seeds ?
A. A - Hilum, B - Micropyle, C - Radicle, D - Cotyledon, E - Plumule
B. A - Hilum, B - Micropyle, C - Plumule, D - Cotyledon, E - Radicle
C. A - Micropyle, B - Hilum, C - Plumule, D - Cotyledon, E - Radicle
D. A - Hilum, B - Micropyle, C - Plumule, D - Radicle, E - Cotyledon
Answer : B
A. A - Hilum, B - Micropyle, C - Radicle, D - Cotyledon, E - Plumule
B. A - Hilum, B - Micropyle, C - Plumule, D - Cotyledon, E - Radicle
C. A - Micropyle, B - Hilum, C - Plumule, D - Cotyledon, E - Radicle
D. A - Hilum, B - Micropyle, C - Plumule, D - Radicle, E - Cotyledon
Answer : B
44. Stilt roots occur in __________ .
A. groundnut
B. rice
C. sugarcane
D. wheat
Answer : C
A. groundnut
B. rice
C. sugarcane
D. wheat
Answer : C
45. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about calyx?
A. Calyx is the outermost whorl of the flower and are called sepals.
B. Sepals are green, leaf like and protect the flower in the bud stage.
C. The calyx may be gamosepalous (sepals free) or polysepalous (sepals united).
D. Both (a) and (b)
Answer : D
A. Calyx is the outermost whorl of the flower and are called sepals.
B. Sepals are green, leaf like and protect the flower in the bud stage.
C. The calyx may be gamosepalous (sepals free) or polysepalous (sepals united).
D. Both (a) and (b)
Answer : D
46. Match the column-I containing types of aestivation with their examples given in column-II and choose the correct option.
A. A I; B II; C IV; D III
B. A II; B I; C IV; D III
C. A II; B IV; C I; D III
D. A II; B I; C III; D IV
Answer : B
| Column - I | Column-II |
|---|---|
| (Type of aestivation) | (Examples) |
| A. Valvate | I. Cotton |
| B. Twisted | II. Calotropis |
| C. Imbricate | III. Bean |
| D. Vexillary | IV. Gulmohar |
A. A I; B II; C IV; D III
B. A II; B I; C IV; D III
C. A II; B IV; C I; D III
D. A II; B I; C III; D IV
Answer : B
47. Which one of the following statement is not correct?
A. Each stamen which represents the male reproductive organ consists of a stalk or a filament and an anther.
B. An actinomorphic flower can be dissected into two equal halves from any plane.
C. Superior ovary is found in hypogynous flowers.
D. When stamens are attached to the petals, they are epiphyllous as in brinjal.
Answer : D
A. Each stamen which represents the male reproductive organ consists of a stalk or a filament and an anther.
B. An actinomorphic flower can be dissected into two equal halves from any plane.
C. Superior ovary is found in hypogynous flowers.
D. When stamens are attached to the petals, they are epiphyllous as in brinjal.
Answer : D
48. Roots develop from parts of the plant other than radicle are called
A. tap roots
B. fibrous roots
C. adventitious roots
D. nodular roots
Answer : C
A. tap roots
B. fibrous roots
C. adventitious roots
D. nodular roots
Answer : C
49. Match the following placentation types given in column I with their examples given in column II and choose the correct combination from the options given below.
A. A I, B II, C III, D IV, E V
B. A II, B III, C IV, D V, E I
C. A IV, B I, C V, D III, E II
D. A IV, B III, C V, D I, E II
Answer : C
| (Placentatin Types) | (Examples) |
|---|---|
| A. Basal | I. Dianthus |
| B. Free central | II. Pea |
| C. Parietal | III. Lemon |
| D. Axile | IV. Marigold |
| E. Marginal | V. Argemone |
A. A I, B II, C III, D IV, E V
B. A II, B III, C IV, D V, E I
C. A IV, B I, C V, D III, E II
D. A IV, B III, C V, D I, E II
Answer : C
50. The flower is the reproductive unit in the ___________ meant for ___________ reproduction.
A. angiosperms and sexual
B. gymnosperms and sexual
C. algae and asexual
D. pteridophytes and asexual
Answer : A
A. angiosperms and sexual
B. gymnosperms and sexual
C. algae and asexual
D. pteridophytes and asexual
Answer : A