World Book Trivia Quiz For Kids--10/8-pets
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What is an animal doctor called?
- A.
Podiatrist
- B.
Opthamologist
- C.
Veterinarian
Correct Answer
C. VeterinarianExplanation
A veterinarian is a doctor who works with animals. If an animal gets sick, the veterinarian can help the animal recover. A veterinarian can also give an animal shots or other treatments to prevent sickness.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the smallest dog breed?
- A.
Chihuahua
- B.
Terrier
- C.
Hound
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A. ChihuahuaExplanation
The smallest dog is the chihuahua . Most chihuahuas are about 5 inches (13 centimeters) tall at the shoulder and weigh from 1 to 6 pounds (0.5 to 2.7 kilograms).Rate this question:
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- 3.
On average, which dogs live longer?
- A.
Small dogs
- B.
Big dogs
- C.
Neither
Correct Answer
A. Small dogsExplanation
Small dogs usually live longer than big dogs. A toy poodle or pug can live up to 15 years, but a Great Dane or St. Bernard is old at 8 or 9.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is a female cat called?
- A.
Queen
- B.
Tom
- C.
Clowder
Correct Answer
A. QueenExplanation
A female cat is called a queen and a male cat is called a tom. The babies are kittens.Rate this question:
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- 5.
About how many different sounds do cats make, according to scientists?
- A.
60
- B.
600
- C.
6000
Correct Answer
A. 60Explanation
Scientists say that cats can make more than 60 sounds. They meow, purr, wail, scream, and hiss. Meowing can be a friendly hello, or it can mean the cat is lonely or hungry.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Out of the 100 types of goldfish, how many types are actually sold?
- A.
20
- B.
40
- C.
60
Correct Answer
A. 20Explanation
Goldfish are small fish that many people keep as pets. There are about 100 kinds of goldfish, but only about 20 kinds are sold.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What is something you can train a parakeet to do?
- A.
Talk
- B.
Acrobatics
- C.
Both of the above
Correct Answer
C. Both of the aboveExplanation
Parakeets are loving pets that are easy to train. They are natural acrobats, and they can be fun to watch. Parakeets can do many tricks on tiny ladders and seesaws.
The most common pet parakeets are budgerigars, or budgies. Most budgies can be trained to talk. The best time to start the training is when the bird is just a few weeks old.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What are animals of mixed breed called?
- A.
Purebred
- B.
Mongrels
- C.
Tainted
Correct Answer
B. MongrelsExplanation
Mongrels—that is, animals of mixed breed—also make wonderful pets.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which type of aquarium is less costly to maintain and less work to set up?
- A.
Marine aquarium
- B.
Freshwater aquarium
- C.
Coral aquarium
Correct Answer
B. Freshwater aquariumExplanation
A person who has an aquarium is called an aquarist. Most home aquarists have freshwater aquariums rather than marine aquariums. The freshwater type requires less expense and work to set up and maintain.Rate this question:
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- 10.
If you are going to have a pet iguana, which type of iguana is most commonly used?
- A.
Green iguana
- B.
Land iguana
- C.
Marine iguana
Correct Answer
A. Green iguanaExplanation
The green iguana, also called the common iguana, is found from Mexico to southern Brazil and Paraguay. Green iguanas may grow to 6 feet (1.8 meters) in length. These iguanas have a large flap of skin called a dewlap at their throat and a crest of scales along their back and long tail. Their color ranges from gray to green, with brown bands around the body and tail. Green iguanas are the most common type taken in as pets.Rate this question:
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