Exam 1 homework

Question 1

Place each animal in order of domestication

Horse
Sheep & Goats
Cattle
Dog

Answer 1

__4__ Horse
__2__ Sheep & Goats
__3__ Cattle
__1__ Dog

Question 2

Approximately when did humans become omnivorous?

A)

5 millions years ago

B)

2 million years ago

C)

7 million years ago

D)

None of the above

Answer 2

B)

2 million years ago

Question 3

What were some of the social and cultural benefits of adding animal products to the human diet?

A)

Need for language

B)

Increased need for social interaction

C)

Helped meet salt needs

D)

All of the above

Answer 3

D)

All of the above

Question 4

When humans started consuming animal products, the overall health of the human population improved.

True
False

Answer 4

True

Question 5

The first production animal domesticated was likely the chicken.

True
False

Answer 5

False

Question 6

Keeping pets is primarily an American, middle class endeavor.

True
False

Answer 6

False

Question 7

The most developed nations have the highest percentage of their population working in agriculture.

True
False

Answer 7

False

Question 8

Which of the following are true with respect to the U.S. pet industry in 2023?

A)

We spent $20 billion on food and treats.

B)

Owners spent $5.2 billion on veterinary care

C)

The overall market value was $136.8 billion

D)

None of the above

Answer 8

C)

The overall market value was $136.8 billion

Question 9

Companion Animal Industry has not shown significant growth in the past decade.

True
False

Answer 9

False

Question 10

Which of the following are zoonotic diseases in dogs?

A)

Rabies

B)

Hookworms

C)

Brucellosis

D)

All of the above

Answer 10

D)

All of the above

Question 11

Ringworm is a common worm that can be passed from dogs or cats to humans, causing skin infections.

True
False

Answer 11

False

Question 12

There are many jobs in Companion Animal Industry, in addition to being a veterinarian or dog trainer.

True
False

Answer 12

True

Question 13

Which of the following are true with regards to the human animal bond, as discussed in lecture? Please check all that apply.

Dogs and cats have not adapted their vocalizations to humans.

Dogs will follow our pointing gesture and eye gaze to find a treat.

Chimpanzees and wolves are as good at following a human pointing gesture as dogs.

Humans are very good at interpreting dog vocalizations.

Answer 13

Dogs will follow our pointing gesture and eye gaze to find a treat.

Humans are very good at interpreting dog vocalizations.

Question 14

The “bonding” hormone that is released in a dog when it gets a belly rub is

Oxytocin

Progesterone

Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)

Cortisol

Answer 14

Oxytocin

Question 15

Human-animal bond and human-animal interaction are two terms for the same thing.

True
False

Answer 15

False

Question 16

Cats were likely domesticated

2,500 BP (Before present)

9,500 BP (Before present)

135,000-30,000 BP (Before present)

7,000 BP (Before present)

Answer 16

9,500 BP (Before present)

Question 17

Which of the following are true about cats and cat domestication? (Please select all that apply)

Cats had “one job” when domesticated: rodent hunter.

The first domesticated cats were likely in Cyprus.

It is easy to tell if a cal is purebred by its appearance.

Most pet cats are purebred.

Answer 17

Cats had “one job” when domesticated: rodent hunter.

The first domesticated cats were likely in Cyprus.

Question 18

Which of the following are necessary to consider when getting a pet? (Check all that apply)

Health care

Good nutrition

Exercise/enrichment/play

Environment

Training (if needed)

Answer 18

Health care

Good nutrition

Exercise/enrichment/play

Environment

Training (if needed)

Question 19

Knowing what is normal behavior for an animal will help recognize possible illness or issues.

True
False

Answer 19

True

Question 20

The normal heart rate for a dog is

10-12 bpm

160-240 bpm

28-46 bpm

60-140 bpm

Answer 20

60-140 bpm

Question 21

It is Ok to use your toothpaste to brush your pet’s teeth.

True
False

Answer 21

False

Question 22

How can you determine what your pet might enjoy doing? (Check all that apply)

Evolutionary history

Biology of the species

By doing what you would like to do (like going to the dog park or wearing a sweater).

Reading your pet’s behavior and body language

Answer 22

Evolutionary history

Biology of the species

Reading your pet’s behavior and body language

Question 23

In 2015, Michigan was 7th in egg production.

True
False

Answer 23

True

Question 24

Which of the following are in the top 5 states in broiler production?

Michigan

Georgia

Indiana

All of the above

Answer 24

Georgia

Question 25

What are the two segments in the poultry industry? Duck Turkey Egg birds Meat birds

Answer 25

Egg birds Meat birds

Question 26

Why is most of the broiler production in the southeast? There are fewer people in the South. The temperatures are more ideal for production. Midwestern producers do not like broilers. The farms are closer to the coast for exports.

Answer 26

The temperatures are more ideal for production. The farms are closer to the coast for exports.

Question 27

How is most of the turkey in the United States consumed? In sandwiches Ground turkey instead of ground beef Turkey burgers Thanksgiving meals

Answer 27

In sandwiches

Question 28

Match the poultry term with the definition. Drake Broiler Layer Pullet 1. Immature female chicken 2. Chicken bred for meat 3. Chicken bred to produce eggs 4. Adult male duck

Answer 28

__4__ Drake __2__ Broiler __3__ Layer __1__ Pullet

Question 29

Which of the following are true regarding the poultry digestive tract? (Check all that apply) Poultry have slower digestion than other species. Poultry have paired ceca which allow for forage digestion if they are fed forage. Poultry species are monogastric herbivores Feed is the largest cost associated with raising poultry.

Answer 29

Poultry have paired ceca which allow for forage digestion if they are fed forage. Feed is the largest cost associated with raising poultry.

Question 30

Aquaculture is (Check all that apply) The breeding of fish, shellfish, and algae The harvesting of fish, shellfish, and algae Part of conservation programs Not a form of agriculture

Answer 30

The breeding of fish, shellfish, and algae The harvesting of fish, shellfish, and algae Part of conservation programs

Question 31

Currently, aquaculture provides 50% of the world's seafood supply. True False

Answer 31

True

Question 32

Match the term with the definition. Domesticated aquatic animals and plants. Help with breeding to support wild populations at early life stages. Harvest of wild populations without intervention at other life stages. 1. Aquaculture 2. Fish hatchery 3. Commercial fishing

Answer 32

__1__ Domesticated aquatic animals and plants. __2__ Help with breeding to support wild populations at early life stages. __3__ Harvest of wild populations without intervention at other life stages.

Question 33

Which of the following is not true regarding the vital signs of animals? The normal temperature of a beef cow is 100.4-103.1 The normal temperature of a horse is 99.5-101.3 The normal respiration rate of a horse is 8-16 breaths per minute None of the above (all are true).

Answer 33

None of the above (all are true).

Question 34

Which of the following are examples of biosecurity measures that may be taken to protect animal health? Quarantine periods for new animals Protective covering of boots and clothing proper vaccination All of the above

Answer 34

All of the above

Question 35

The purpose of requiring RFID tags in cattle is so that animal movement can be traced in the event of a disease outbreak. True False

Answer 35

True

Question 36

According to lecture, the single most important skill you have when managing animals is your ability to feed them. True False

Answer 36

False

Question 37

As an animal caretaker, nutrition and proper feeding is the most important skill you have. True False

Answer 37

False

Question 38

Humans can spread disease from animal to animal. True False

Answer 38

True

Question 39

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza is deadly to both domestic and wild birds. True False

Answer 39

True

Question 40

Which of the following are reasons fish hatcheries are needed? (Check all that apply) Restoring declining fish populations. Preserving the genes of wild and hatchery raised fish. Providing fish health services. Raising invasive species.

Answer 40

Restoring declining fish populations. Preserving the genes of wild and hatchery raised fish. Providing fish health services.