Understanding Calico Cats

Understanding Calico Cats

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Fun

5th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The video explains that calico is not a breed but a tricolor coat pattern found in many cat breeds. Calicos are often confused with tortoiseshells, but they have a white base coat. Known for their strong personalities, calicos are mostly female due to genetic factors linked to the X chromosome. Male calicos are rare and result from genetic anomalies. Dilute calicos have muted colors but retain unique temperaments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary difference between calico and tortoiseshell cats?

Calicos are a breed, while tortoiseshells are not.

Calicos are always male, while tortoiseshells are always female.

Calicos have a base of black, while tortoiseshells have a base of white.

Calicos have a base of white, while tortoiseshells have a base of black.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes the typical personality of a calico cat?

Calicos are known for being very obedient.

Calicos are usually shy and reserved.

Calicos are often described as having a spicy attitude.

Calicos are known for being calm and quiet.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Are all calico cats known for having a strong attitude?

Yes, all calico cats have a strong attitude.

No, calico cats are always sweet.

No, not every calico has a strong attitude.

Yes, but only male calicos have a strong attitude.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are calico cats almost always female?

Because male cats cannot have orange fur.

Because female cats have a special gene for white fur.

Because the calico pattern is linked to the Y chromosome.

Because the calico pattern is linked to the X chromosome.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a dilute calico?

A calico cat that is a specific breed.

A calico cat with a diluted personality.

A calico cat with muted colors.

A calico cat that is male.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How common are male calico cats?

Very common, as they are a popular breed.

Rare, due to a genetic anomaly.

Uncommon, but not due to genetics.

Common, because they have two X chromosomes.

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