The Delicious Quiz About Lobsters
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Lobsters are the #1 commercial species caught in New England in total value. Try a quiz on these local, edible wonders and see if you these delicious beings as well as you like to feed on them. Without being distracted by how tasty they look, lets start the quiz!
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Is it true that lobsters fight constantly?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Lobsters are known to be territorial creatures and they often engage in fights with each other. These fights can occur over resources such as food or shelter, or to establish dominance within a certain area. Lobsters use their large claws to engage in combat, and these fights can sometimes be intense and result in injuries. Therefore, it is true that lobsters fight constantly.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Do lobsters feel pain when they're dropped into a pot of boiling water?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
According to a recent Norwegian study, lobsters probably don't feel any pain when dropped into a pot of boiling water. The study concluded that most invertebrates don't have the capacity to feel pain.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is the main culprit for the decline in lobsters?
- A.
Pollution
- B.
Disease
- C.
Overfishing
- D.
Parasites
Correct Answer
C. OverfishingExplanation
Overfishing is the main culprit for the decline in lobsters. This is because excessive fishing of lobsters leads to a decrease in their population, as they are caught at a rate faster than they can reproduce. This disrupts the balance of the ecosystem and negatively impacts the lobster population. Overfishing also affects the food chain, as lobsters play a crucial role in maintaining the health of marine ecosystems. Therefore, overfishing is the primary reason for the decline in lobsters.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Is the American lobster the largest of all lobsters?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
A. YesExplanation
The American lobster, most commonly known as the Maine lobster since that is where the majority are found, is the largest of all lobsters.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many millions of years has the lobster remained relatively unchanged?
- A.
1
- B.
10
- C.
50
- D.
100
Correct Answer
D. 100Explanation
This crustacean has remained relatively unchanged for nearly 100 million years.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Where is a lobster's brain located?
- A.
Shell
- B.
Throat
- C.
Belly
- D.
Kidneys
Correct Answer
B. ThroatExplanation
Its brain is in its throat and its nervous system is in its belly. They listen with their legs and taste with their feet. Plus, their teeth are in their stomach and their kidneys are in their head.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Are lobsters red?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
Lobsters actually come in just about every color but red. They can be blue, light yellow, greenish-brown, grey, dusty orange, calico and even have spots. However, they all turn red when cooked.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Where are 90% of U.S. landings of lobsters?
- A.
Massachusetts
- B.
Rhode Island
- C.
Maine
- D.
All of the Above
Correct Answer
D. All of the AboveExplanation
All of the above options, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Maine, are correct answers because these states are known for their lobster fisheries. Lobsters are commonly found and harvested in these coastal regions, making them the primary locations for lobster landings in the United States. Therefore, all three states contribute to the majority of lobster landings, accounting for 90% of U.S. landings.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is the size of a freshly laid lobster egg?
- A.
A speck of dust
- B.
The head of a pin
- C.
A pencil eraser
- D.
A freckle
Correct Answer
B. The head of a pinExplanation
A freshly laid lobster egg is the size of the head of a pin (1/16").Rate this question:
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- 10.
When do lobsters move around and hunt for food?
- A.
Morning
- B.
Noon
- C.
Night
Correct Answer
C. NightExplanation
Lobsters are primarily nocturnal creatures, meaning they are most active during the night. During this time, they move around and hunt for food. This behavior is likely due to the fact that lobsters are more protected from predators and have a higher chance of successfully catching prey under the cover of darkness. Additionally, their natural circadian rhythm may contribute to their increased activity during the night.Rate this question:
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- 11.
How long does it take for a lobster to grow to legal size in the ocean?
- A.
1-2 years
- B.
1-2 years
- C.
5-7 years
- D.
8-10 years
Correct Answer
C. 5-7 yearsExplanation
It takes 5 to 7 years for a lobster to grow to legal size in the ocean.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Do lobsters have vocal chords?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
Lobsters do not have vocal chords. They are unable to produce sounds or communicate through vocalizations like humans or some other animals. Lobsters primarily rely on chemical signals, such as pheromones, to communicate with each other. They use their antennae and other appendages to detect and interpret these chemical signals in their environment. Therefore, the correct answer is no.Rate this question:
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