General Knowledge (My Take) Flashcards
Which is the correct order of sections in the small intestine of a monogastric digestive system?
a. Ileum → Jejunum → Duodenum
b. Jejunum → Duodenum → Ileum
c. Duodenum → Jejunum → Ileum
d. Duodenum → Ileum → Jejunum
c. Duodenum → Jejunum → Ileum
What is the common name for the parasite “Ancylostoma duodenale”?
a. Taenia Tapeworm (Beef)
b. Heartworm
c. Hookworm (Old World)
d. Roundworm
c. Hookworm (Old World)
What is the common name for the parasite “Necator americanus”?
a. Hookworm (Old World)
b. Roundworm
c. Horse Strongyles
d. Hookworm (New World)
d. Hookworm (New World)
What is the common name for the parasite “Dipylidium caninum”?
a. Flea Tapeworm
b. Taenia Tapeworm (Pork)
c. Hookworm (New World)
d. None of the Above
a. Flea Tapeworm
What is the common name for the parasite “Taenia asiatica”?
a. Demodectic Mite
b. Taenia Tapeworm (Beef)
c. Taenia Tapeworm (Asian)
d. Horse Strongyles
b. Taenia Tapeworm (Beef)
What is the common name for the parasite “Taenia solium”?
a. Heartworm
b. Flea Tapeworm
c. Taenia Tapeworm (Pork)
d. Tapeworm
c. Taenia Tapeworm (Pork)
What is the common name for the parasite “Taenia saginata”?
a. Taenia Tapeworm (Asian)
b. Worm
c. Roundworm
d. Taenia Tapeworm Egg
a. Taenia Tapeworm (Asian)
What is the common name for the parasite “Dirofilaria immitis”?
a. Taenia Heartworm
b. Heartworm
c. Flea Tapeworm
d. None of the Above
b. Heartworm
What is the average heartbeat for a house cat?
a. 160–330
b. 120–140
c. 450–750
d. 70–120
b. 120–140
What is the average heartbeat for a dog?
a. 70–120
b. 250–400
c. 70–80
d. 300–600
a. 70–120
What is the average heartbeat for a horse?
a. 48–84
b. 25–35
c. 28–40
d. 36–60
c. 28–40
What is the average heartbeat for a dairy cow?
a. 48–84
b. 180–350
c. 200–300
d. 36–60
a. 48–84
What is the average heartbeat for a sheep?
a. 250–400
b. 70–80
c. 28–40
d. 120–140
b. 70–80
What is the average heartbeat for a goat?
a. 36–60
b. 450–750
c. 350–450
d. 70–80
d. 70–80
What is the average heartbeat for a pig?
a. 70–120
b. 250–400
c. 120–140
d. 70–80
a. 70–120
What is the average heartbeat for a chicken?
a. 25–35
b. 36–60
c. 250–300
d. 28–40
c. 250–300
What is the primary role of a veterinarian?
a. To train animals for work and companionship
b. To breed animals for conservation purposes
c. To sell pet food and supplies
d. To diagnose and treat animal health issue
d. To diagnose and treat animal health issues
True or False: Veterinary medicine only focuses on domestic animals.
False
The study of animal behavior is known as __________.
a. Ethology
b. Nematology
c. Entomology
d. None of the Above
a. Ethology
Which of the following is a common zoonotic disease?
a. Canine Parvovirus
b. Feline Leukemia
c. Rabies
d. Swine Fever
c. Rabies
What is the purpose of vaccinations in veterinary medicine?
a. To treat existing diseases in animals
b. To prevent infectious diseases in animals
c. To improve an animal’s digestion
d. To accelerate an animal’s growth rate
b. To prevent infectious diseases in animals
What is the primary purpose of using diagnostic tools in veterinary science?
a. To increase an animal’s productivity in farming
b. To train animals for medical procedures
c. To improve an animal’s physical appearance
d. To assess the health and medical condition of animals
d. To assess the health and medical condition of animals
True or False: A stethoscope is used to listen to the internal sounds of an animal’s body.
True
__________ are used to perform surgeries on animals.
a. Surgical instruments
b. Vaccinations
c. Diagnostic tools
d. Grooming tools
a. Surgical instruments
Which tool is commonly used for taking x-rays in veterinary practices?
a. Ultrasound scanner
b. X-ray machine
c. Microscope
d. Endoscope
b. X-ray machine
What is the significance of using anesthesia monitoring equipment during surgeries?
a. To ensure the safety and well-being of the animal under anesthesia
b. To speed up the surgical procedure
c. To reduce the need for anesthesia during surgery
d. To help the animal recover faster after surgery
a. To ensure the safety and well-being of the animal under anesthesia
What is the weaning period of a dog?
a. 4–6 weeks
b. 2–5 months
c. 6–8 weeks
d. 3–5 weeks
c. 6–8 weeks
What is the weaning period of a cats?
a. 6–8 weeks
b. 6-9 weeks
c. 3–5 months
d. 2–3 weeks
a. 6–8 weeks
What is the weaning period of cattle?
a. 7–9 weeks
b. 3–8 weeks
c. 4–6 months
d. 6–8 months
d. 6–8 months
What is the weaning period of a pig?
a. 3–8 weeks
b. 6–9 months
c. 3–5 weeks
d. 7-9 weeks
a. 3–8 weeks
What is the weaning period of a horse?
a. 2–7 months
b. 4–6 months
c. 3–9 months
d. 5–8 months
b. 4–6 months
What is the weaning period of a sheep?
a. 2–3 months
b. 1 year
c. 2–5 months
d. 4–8 months
c. 2–5 monts
What is the weaning period of a goat?
a. 2–3 months
b. 6–8 months
c. 2–5 months
d. 4–7 weeks
a. 2–3 months
What is the weaning period of a rabbit?
a. 2–3 weeks
b. 1–2 months
c. 2–9 weeks
d. 4–6 weeks
d. 4–6 weeks
What is the weaning period of a guinea pig?
a. 6–7 months
b. 2–3 weeks
c. 1–2 years
d. 1–4 weeks
b. 2–3 weeks
What is the primary method used to identify internal parasites in veterinary science?
a. Vomit flotation
b. Urine sedimentation
c. Fecal flotation technique
d. Direct blood examination
c. Fecal flotation technique.
True or False: Ectoparasites live on the host’s body surface.
True.
The life cycle of __________ is crucial for understanding its transmission and control in veterinary medicine.
a. Virus
b. Parasites
c. Fungi
d. Bacteria
b. Parasites
Which of the following is NOT a common type of parasite found in dogs?
a. Toxocara canis
b. Ctenocephalides felis
c. Giardia lamblia
d. Escherichia coli
d. Escherichia coli.
Name one common ectoparasite that affects cats.
a. Tapeworms
b. Eosinophil
c. Roundworms
d. Fleas
d. Fleas
What is the primary purpose of breed identification in veterinary science?
a. To determine the specific breed of an animal for health management and care
b. To classify animals for competitive shows only
c. To enhance the physical appearance of an animal
d. To train animals for specific tasks
a. To determine the specific breed of an animal for health management and care
True or False: Breed identification can help in predicting genetic diseases.
True
The ________ is a standardized classification system for dog breeds.
a. Canadian Kennel Club (CKC)
b. American Kennel Club (AKC)
c. North American Coursing Association (NACA)
d. North American Flyball Association (NAFA)
b. American Kennel Club (AKC)
Which of the following is NOT a common method for breed identification?
a. DNA testing
b. Visual assessment
c. Behavioral analysis
d. Astrological signs
d. Astrological signs
What is a key characteristic used to identify cat breeds?
a. The type of food they prefer
b. Their ability to learn tricks
c. Physical traits such as coat color, pattern, and ear shape
d. Their favorite sleeping position
c. Physical traits such as coat color, pattern, and ear shape
Multiple Choice: Which breed is known for its distinctive blue-black tongue?
a. Labrador Retriever
b. Chow Chow
c. Beagle
d. Poodle
b. Chow Chow
What role does pedigree play in breed identification?
a. It provides a record of ancestry, helping to confirm breed lineage
b. It determines an animal’s behavior and temperament
c. It guarantees an animal’s health and immunity
d. It tracks an animal’s training history and skills
a. It provides a record of ancestry, helping to confirm breed lineage
True or False: Mixed-breed animals cannot be identified to a specific breed.
False
What is one advantage of using DNA testing for breed identification?
a. It replaces the need for veterinary check-ups
b. It relies solely on an animal’s coat color and markings
c. It is only useful for purebred animals
d. It provides accurate results regardless of physical appearance
d. It provides accurate results regardless of physical appearance
Which is one common breed identification tool used by veterinarians?
a. X-ray machines
b. DNA testing kits
c. Ultrasound scanners
d. Stethoscopes
b. DNA testing kits
