Bears 101

How many species of bears exist?

• Four

• Six

• Ten

• Eight

Which continent hosts the spectacled, or Andean bears?

• South America

• North America

• Asia

• Europe

Which continent does not have native bears?

• Asia

• North America

• Australia

• Europe

Which bear is the smallest?

• Panda bear

• Black bear

• Polar bear

• Sun bear

What is the maximum speed a bear can reach?

• 50 miles per hour

• 25 miles per hour

• 30 miles per hour

• 40 miles per hour

Which bear has a diet that is 99% bamboo?

• Panda bear

• Polar bear

• Black bear

• Sun bear

How much can a newborn polar bear weigh?

• Three pounds

• Less than a pound

• Five pounds

• About a pound and a half

How long do bear cubs usually stay with their mother?

• 24 to 30 months

• 18 to 24 months

• 6 to 12 months

• 12 to 18 months

What was a common use for bears during the Middle Ages?

• Street entertainment

• Guard animals

• Hunting partners

• Domestic pets

What measures are being taken regarding bears today?

• None of the above

• Domestication for pet trade

• Increasing their use in circuses

• Prohibiting their use for entertainment