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A quiz to test your knowledge on composting.
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1
What are the best materials for composting?
Animal manure
Leaves
coffee grounds
grass clippings
2
Is it necessary to shred materials for the compost pile?
yes
no
3
Do compost piles have offensive odors?
not if turning is done properly
yes
4
Does compost have any value as a fertilizer?
no
yes
5
Can bones and meat scraps be composted?
yes but it can cause pests
no
yes its perfectly fine
6
Is it necessary to add lime (calcium) to the compost pile?
sometimes
no
yes
It is not necessary
7
Can sod be composted?
yes in a pile
no
8
Can noxious weeds and thorny plants be composted?
yes
no
9
What is compost?
Recycled items
Compost is the partially decomposed remains of plants.
10
How do you know when compost is finished?
when its dry
When is has become dark, loose and crumbly
when its wet
11
Can a rotary mower be used to shred materials?
sometimes
no
yes
12
How are food scraps stored and used to make compost?
in the fridge
stored in bins/containers
in the freezer
13
Do compost piles need turning?
Every other day
no
yes all the time
14
Can pet wastes be composted?
yes
no
15
Can compost be used as a substitute for fertilizer in the garden?
no
It can be used as a source of nutrients
yes
16
Can wood ashes be added to the compost pile?
no
yes
just a little
17
Can fruit waste be composted?
yes with citrus is best
yes all fruits
no
18
Are earwigs bad?
no
yes
They are rarely a serious threat to crops
19
Can newspaper be composted?
yes
no
20
Should the compost pile/bin be placed in the shade or sun?
both
no
the sun is best
