How Well Do You Know Kangaroo?

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How well do you know Kangaroo? This quiz will help test your knowledge. Kangaroo is one of the unique animals out there. What looks all cute and cuddly while packing a boxing-style punch? Test your knowledge on Australia's top marsupial, the Kangaroo! This quiz is going to give you a better idea of your understanding of the Kangaroo. As well as, in a fun way, you will learn even more facts about them.

Questions and Answers

1.

How many species of great kangaroo are there?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  5
- D.
  
  4
Correct Answer
D. 4

Explanation
There are four species of great kangaroo.

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2.

What makes the kangaroo the most unique among land mammals?
- A.
  
  Lives in Australia
- B.
  
  Largest land mammal to hop
- C.
  
  Is a marsupial
- D.
  
  Stays in groups
Correct Answer
B. Largest land mammal to hop

Explanation
The kangaroo is the most unique among land mammals because it is the largest land mammal that hops. While other land mammals may have their own unique characteristics, such as living in Australia, being a marsupial, or staying in groups, none of them possess the ability to hop like the kangaroo does. This distinctive form of locomotion sets the kangaroo apart from all other land mammals, making it truly unique in this aspect.

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Which of these facts is true about female kangaroos?
- A.
  
  Carry their young in a pouch
- B.
  
  Pregnant for 21- 38 days
- C.
  
  Can have up to four joeys
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
Female kangaroos carry their young in a pouch, which is a well-known characteristic of these marsupials. They are also pregnant for a relatively short period of time, ranging from 21 to 38 days. Additionally, female kangaroos have the ability to have up to four joeys at a time. Therefore, all of the statements mentioned in the answer are true facts about female kangaroos.

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Which of these is something a kangaroo can't do?
- A.
  
  Swim
- B.
  
  Hop backward
- C.
  
  Walk on all fours
- D.
  
  Use its tail to balance itself in a fight.
Correct Answer
B. Hop backward

Explanation
Kangaroos are known for their powerful hind legs, which allow them to hop forward with great speed and agility. However, due to the structure of their legs and the way their joints are designed, kangaroos are unable to hop backward. This is because their legs are adapted for forward propulsion and not for moving in the opposite direction. Therefore, hopping backward is not a capability that kangaroos possess.

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5.

What is a group of kangaroos called?
- A.
  
  A herd
- B.
  
  A mob
- C.
  
  A troop
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
A group of kangaroos can be referred to as a herd, a mob, or a troop. These terms are used interchangeably to describe a collection of kangaroos.

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6.

What is the average lifespan of a kangaroo?
- A.
  
  29 years
- B.
  
  23 years
- C.
  
  10 years
- D.
  
  19 years
Correct Answer
B. 23 years

Explanation
The average lifespan of a kangaroo is 23 years. This means that, on average, kangaroos live for approximately 23 years before they die.

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Which of these is something a kangaroo eats?
- A.
  
  Grasses
- B.
  
  Ferns
- C.
  
  Flowers
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
Kangaroos are herbivores and their diet primarily consists of grasses, ferns, and flowers. They have adapted to the dry and arid environments of Australia, where these plant types are abundant. Kangaroos have specialized teeth and digestive systems that allow them to efficiently process and extract nutrients from these plant materials. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above" as kangaroos eat all of these plant types as part of their diet.

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8.

How many species of tree-kangaroo are there?
- A.
  
  4
- B.
  
  10
- C.
  
  12
- D.
  
  3
Correct Answer
C. 12

Explanation
There are 12 species of tree-kangaroos. Tree-kangaroos are a unique group of marsupials that are adapted for life in trees. They are found in the rainforests of Australia and Papua New Guinea. These species vary in size, coloration, and habitat preferences, but they all share the ability to climb trees and leap from branch to branch. The diversity of tree-kangaroo species highlights the importance of preserving their habitats and ensuring their survival in the wild.

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9.

How many species of rat-kangaroo are there?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  2
- D.
  
  7
Correct Answer
B. 4

Explanation
There are four species of rat-kangaroo.

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10.

How many species of musky rat-kangaroo are there?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  5
- C.
  
  7
- D.
  
  9
Correct Answer
A. 1

Explanation
The correct answer is 1 because the question is asking for the number of species of musky rat-kangaroo, and there is only one species of musky rat-kangaroo.

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