Root-Knot Nematode Quiz Root-Knot Nematode Quiz Take the Quiz! Get a perfect score! Earn the medallion! Questions may have more than one correct answer. Be sure to select all answers that are correct. If you don't get a perfect score, you can take the quiz again until you do! Please provide your email address to receive your digital medallion. Reference: Root-Knot Nematode Fact Sheet.Email(Required) 1) Nematodes are special types of insects.(Required) true false 2) Most nematodes are visible with the naked eye.(Required) true false 3) Symptoms of a root-knot nematode problem can include(Required) root rots swollen areas on roots excessive production of leaves and stems wilting stunting necrotic leaf spots none of the above 4) Plants affected by root-knot nematodes tend to occur in patches.(Required) true false 5) Root-knot nematodes can be moved from location to location whenever contaminated soil or infected plants are moved.(Required) true false 6) Growing a cover crop of French marigolds can be useful in managing root-knot nematodes.(Required) true false 7) When root-knot nematodes are a problem in a field, grow corn or small grains such as wheat, oats, or rye in the affected area, as these plants are not hosts of the nematode.(Required) true false 8) When attempting to control root-knot nematodes by rotation, keeping broadleaf weeds under control is critical, as these plants can serve as alternate hosts for the nematodes.(Required) true false Δ
