8th Grade - Animal Science Unit Quiz

David is planning to buy a cage for his Amazon Parrot. Using the chart, determine the minimum cage size he should consider.

• A. 24” x 24” x 24”

• B. 24” x 24” x 36”

• C. 34” x 24” x 36”

• D. 36” x 48” x 60”

Nora is learning about different methods of administering injections in her veterinary class. She is shown a picture of a dog receiving an injection. Which method of injection is pictured below?

• Subcutaneous

• Intramuscular

• Intravenous

• Intraperitoneal

Abigail's dog, Bella, is a 3 year old pug that weighs 15.8lbs. Using the chart below, which color medication is appropriate to order?

• Purple

• Orange

• Green

• Blue

Mia is looking to adopt a new cat. She needs a cat that will get along with her kids and will sit on her lap when she watches TV. She prefers a cat with hair. Which cat breed would be the best choice?

• A. Sphynx

• B. Russian Blue

• C. Maine Coon

• D. Siamese

Emma wants to build a cage for her 3 guinea pigs. How many preferred square feet should the cage be?

• 7.5 sq ft

• 10.5 sq ft

• 13 sq ft

• 16 sq ft

Sophia is researching the best type of bedding for her pet hamster. Which of the following materials is considered safe and comfortable for hamsters?

• Straw

• Wood Chips

• Sand

• Newspaper

During a agriscience class, Rohan asked his teacher about diseases that are transmitted through mosquitoes and ticks. What type of disease is he referring to?

• A disease caused by bacteria

• A disease spread by animals through bites or other means

• A disease that spreads through air

• A disease that only affects plants

Aria wants to ensure her dog stays healthy. Which of the following is an example of preventative care for her pet?

• Giving her dog treats every day

• Taking her dog to the vet for regular checkups and vaccinations

• Letting her dog play outside without supervision

• Letting her dog sleep wherever they want

During a agriscience class, Samuel learned about diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans. Which of the following is an example of a zoonotic disease?

• Flu (Influenza)

• Rabies

• Chickenpox

• Common cold

During agriscience class, Evelyn learned about various diseases. Her teacher asked, "Which of the following is a vector-borne disease?"

• Ringworm

• Salmonellosis

• Lyme disease

• Trichinosis