Lesson 3 - Barley SAQ
This lesson provides the opportunity for you to test yourself on the material covered in Lesson 2 (Barley) and determine the level to which you have attained the expected outcomes.
Suggested Response - Q1
*Indicate whether the following statements are true or false. If false, provide a reason why you think this.
a. Barley is part of the grass family Poaceae.
b. Only one species of barley is used for brewing beer.
c. Barley is currently the 2nd biggest global crop.
Response:
a) True.
b) False. There are two: Hordeum vulgare (six-row) and Hordeum distichon (two-row).
c) False. It is currently the 4th biggest crop after corn, wheat and rice.