RS Starter Texts - Falconry U2 3

What is falconry?

• A traditional sport using trained falcons for hunting

• A modern form of bird-watching

• A type of fishing using birds of prey

• A form of horseback riding

What type of bird is commonly used in falconry?

• Falcon

• Vulture

• Owl

• Eagle

What does the falconer do in falconry?

• Use a fishing rod to catch prey

• Train the falcon to swim

• Form a close bond with the falcon

• Ride a horse

What kind of game do trained falcons catch in falconry?

• Deer

• Squirrels

• Rabbits

• Fish

What does falconry reflect about the connection between humans and nature?

• It reflects a connection between humans and domesticated animals

• It reflects a connection between humans and insects

• It reflects a connection between humans and marine life

• It reflects a deep bond between humans and birds of prey

What are falconry festivals and competitions held for?

• To showcase the talents of domesticated birds

• To celebrate the age-old tradition of fishing

• To showcase the talents of falcons and their skilled handlers

• To attract enthusiasts from all walks of life

What is the purpose of regulations in falconry?

• To encourage the capture of endangered species

• To promote the use of wild birds for hunting

• To restrict the practice of falconry

• To ensure the welfare of the birds involved

What does falconry preserve?

• A unique aspect of our shared history and connection to the natural world

• A modern form of entertainment

• A traditional form of agriculture

• A form of transportation

What is the age-old tradition celebrated in falconry?

• The use of domesticated dogs for hunting

• The use of drones for hunting

• The use of firearms for hunting

• The use of trained falcons for hunting

What does falconry highlight?

• The extraordinary bond between humans and insects

• The extraordinary bond between humans and birds of prey

• The extraordinary bond between humans and marine life

• The extraordinary bond between humans and domesticated animals