Swine Breeds ID: Assessment

Where did the Poland China originate?

• United States

• England

• China

• Poland

What were the foundation breeds for the Hereford?

• Duroc and Yorkshire

• Duroc and Berkshire

• Duroc and Poland China

• Duroc and Pietrain

In what country did the Berkshires originate?

• England

• Belgium

• United States

• Turkey

Which of the following is a color characteristic of the Poland China?

• Erect Ears

• Four White Feet

• Black Tail Tip

• All of the Above

What trait are Chester Whites best known for?

• Good Mothering Abilities

• Long carcasses

• Large litters

• All of the above

Where did the Landrace originate?

• United States

• Denmark

• England

• Belgium

Which breed is known as the European Secret Formula?

• Hampshire

• Pietrain

• Duroc

• Hereford

Which of the following is a color characteristic of the Hampshire?

• Black with a white belt

• White front legs

• Erect ears

• All of the above

What trait are the Yorkshires best known for?

• Good mothering abilities

• Long carcasses

• Large litters

• All of the above

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

Which of the following is an economic trait Durocs possess?

• Poor mothering ability

• Good growth rate

• Poor feed conversion

• All of the above