The Use Of Animals In Human Culture

Question 1

What animals are commonly used in the media?

Answer 1

Cats, Dogs, Meerkats, Monkeys

Question 2

What is the term used which means animals are not used?

Answer 2

CGI.

Question 3

State 2 welfare implications with the use of animals in the media.

Answer 3

1. Stress
2. Anxiety
3. Deprived of basic needs (food, water…)

Question 4

List 3 stakeholders that cover Zoos, Wildlife Parks and Animal Collections.

Answer 4

RSPCA, BIAZA, ZSL.

Question 5

What are the main purposes of keeping animals in captivity?

Answer 5

Conservation, education, recreation/entertainment, research.

Question 6

List 5 different purposes of which animal are used for spot and leisure purposes.

Answer 6

Horse racing, hunting, fishing, polo, greyhound racing.

Question 7

State 2 facts about using animals in circuses (U.K.)

Answer 7

1. They train non-domestic species to perform against their will.
2. DEFRA are to ban animals used in circuses in the U.K.

Question 8

What animals are commonly used for entertainment?

Answer 8

Elephants - rides in India 
Tiger temple - Thailand 
Petting zoos - US
Bull fighting - Spain
Seaworld - around the world (banned UK)

Question 9

How are cows in India treated differently in comparison to cows in the U.K.?

Answer 9

In India it is prohibited to slaughter a cow in most regions. This is because they’re a symbol of respect.
In the U.K., cows are used for agricultural purposes such as the meat and dairy trade.

Question 10

What animals are worshipped and held in high regard in Egypt?

Answer 10

Cats.