Sheep Breed Quiz

What breed of sheep is the most popular for in the USA?

• Suffolk

• Southdown

• Columbia

• Dorset

What significant change helped the Suffolk breed gain recognition after WWII?

• Smaller size

• Color variations

• Larger and meatier build

• Faster growth rate

What are the distinctive physical features of the Suffolk breed?

• White face and legs

• Black face and legs free of wool

• Long wool on face and legs

• Spotted face and legs

What category does the Suffolk breed belong to?

• Light wool

• Heavy wool

• Medium wool-meat

• Fine wool

Where did the Merino breed of sheep originate from?

• Italy

• Spain

• France

• Germany

What is the Merino sheep primarily known for?

• Speed

• Milk production

• Hardiness and herding instincts

• Climbing ability

What type of wool is the Merino breed categorized under?

• Coarse wool

• Medium wool

• Fine wool

• Synthetic wool

Where did the Southdown breed of sheep originate from?

• Australia

• United States

• England

• New Zealand

What is the size category of the Southdown breed?

• Large

• Small

• Medium to small

• Very large

Which breeds did the Southdown contribute to the foundation of?

• Merino, Dorset, and Cheviot

• Suffolk, Hampshire, and Oxford

• Texel, Romney, and Jacob

• Corriedale, Lincoln, and Shropshire