Lesson 1.4 Major Breeds of Dairy Cattle Quiz Key

Which dairy cow breed originated from a tiny island off the English Channel?

• Ayrshire

• Brown Swiss

• Guernsey

• Holstein

Which country did Holstein cattle originate?

• England

• Netherlands

• Scotland

• Switzerland

Which dairy cow breed originated in the United States?

• Brown Swiss

• Holstein

• Milking Shorthorn

• Red and White

Ayrshire cattle are known for their (a)   color.

• Dark Brown or Tan

• Fawn and White

• Grey or Black

• Mahogany and White

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What breed of dairy cattle is not white in color?

• Brown Swiss

• Holstein

• Jersey

• Milking Shorthorn

Which breed of dairy cow is known for the golden color of her milk?

• Ayrshire

• Guernsey

• Jersey

• Red and White

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What makes Guernsey milk golden in color?

• Vitamin A

• Beta Carotene

• Calcium

• Niacin

What breed of dairy cow is known for being the oldest dairy cow dating as far back as 400 BC?

• Brown Swiss

• Holstein

• Jersey

• Milking Shorthorn

What breed of dairy cow is the newest breed being created in the 1960’s?

• Ayrshire

• Guernsey

• Holstein

• Red and White

What breed of dairy cow made up the first dairy cows brought to America?

• Guernsey

• Jersey

• Milking Shorthorn

• Red and White