Klinker and American Foul Brood

Klinker and American Foul Brood

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video introduces Klinker, a certified dog trained to detect American foulbrood, a contagious bee disease. Klinker is the only certified dog in the continental U.S. for this task. The video highlights Klinker's work-life balance and the importance of detecting the disease early to prevent economic losses. Maryland's Department of Agriculture has been using dogs since 1982 to enhance efficiency in disease detection.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Klinker's primary role in bee colonies?

To collect honey

To protect the hive from predators

To detect diseases early

To entertain the bees

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes American foul brood a significant threat to bee colonies?

It affects adult bees

It is a viral disease

It is easily cured

It leaves behind contagious spores

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about Klinker's certification?

She is the only dog certified in the continental US

She is the only dog certified in the world

She is the only dog certified in Europe

She is the only dog certified in Asia

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Klinker spend her downtime?

Training for new tricks

Traveling with her owner

Being a household pet

Playing with other dogs

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary method to control American foul brood according to Maryland state law?

Feeding bees special food

Using antibiotics

Isolating the infected bees

Burning infected colonies

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to keep American foul brood under control from an economic standpoint?

It enhances bee pollination

It prevents loss of bee colonies

It reduces the cost of bee equipment

It increases honey production

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Since when has the Maryland Department of Agriculture had a dog program?

Since 1992

Since 2002

Since 1982

Since 1972

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