Cleatus owns a large number of goats and relies on them to make his living. He wakes up one morning to find half of his flock dead in the field. Cleatus cannot see any evidence of a predator and is at a loss as to what happened to his goats. Local scientist Alcmaeon asks if he can take a few of the dead goats with him to attempt to figure it out. How will Alcmaeon MOST likely attempt to solve this mystery of sudden goat death that decimated Cleatus’s flock?

Although he had been one of the fiercest warrior kings in India, King Ashoka became disillusioned with violence and accepted the teachings of Buddhism, and he also opened one of the first animal hospitals in India. What conclusions can be drawn about how Ashoka’s attitude toward animals had MOST likely changed?

How was the invention of the microscope related to the first vaccinations given to animals in 17^th century Europe?

Where was the first veterinary school founded?

Gabby’s Uncle William is a farrier. Which animal is he MOST familiar with?

The scientists of the Bureau of Animal Industry helped discover that biting parasites called ticks were transmitting a disease to cows and causing Texas cattle fever. This discovery later led to tracking down the cause of yellow fever and malaria. Since the scientists made this connection, what conclusion is MOST likely about these diseases?

Talking to one of his former classmates from veterinary school, Tyler explains that he is currently working as an inspector for the USDA, checking the health of large quantities of livestock. His old classmate Khalil, who became a zoologist for a top wildlife preserve in Tanzania, scoffs. He asks Tyler why he is wasting his talent on a career so mundane. Which fact could Tyler use to show Khalil the importance of his work?

Micah is a microbiologist who studied veterinary science in college. Which task would we MOST likely find Micah working on as part of his normal day?

When an outbreak of foot and mouth disease is discovered among livestock in a country, what is MOST likely the chosen way to control it?

Darnell is planning to rent a booth at a trade show specifically for veterinarians. Darnell’s company offers benefits like discounts on supplies, access to group health insurance, and other resources for self-employed veterinarians. Judging by the number of veterinarians who are self-employed, what number of attendees at the trade show would most likely be interested in Darnell’s booth?

Columella dubbed those who dealt with the health of animals “veterinaries.” How is the meaning of this term related to the purpose for which most Romans kept animals?

When vaccinations for livestock were first used in the 17^th century, what likely change did society experience?

Jenna is interested in veterinary science. Her guidance counselor is laying out a course of classes that might help Jenna along her education path. When she looks at the counselor’s suggestions, Jenna balks. She does not understand why she would need to study chemistry to be a vet. Can you predict the MOST likely outcome if Jenna does not study chemistry before she becomes a veterinarian?

In his laboratory, veterinary scientist Nicholai is studying the mechanism that allows fleas to transmit the bacteria Yersinia pestis to rats. Nicholai believes that finding out how Yersinia pestis moves will allow researchers to develop a way of stopping its movement, particularly among humans. Yersinia pestis is known in the human world as the bacteria that caused bubonic plague. Although this bacterium rarely affects humans, Nicholai believes that it is possible that someone might find a way to spread it among the human population again. So, his research is vital. In which aspect of veterinary science would you say that Nicholai MOST likely works?

Yusuke works in a lab studying the rabies virus, which can infect both humans and animals. As he experiments with different solutions to treat rabies in the common racoon, Yusuke hopes that this will unlock the key to a better treatment for humans who are exposed to the virus. In what aspect of veterinary science would you say that Yusuke MOST likely works?

Ian is a veterinary scientist who is trying to find out how to boost animal growth without the use of hormones. Which classification of animals should Ian study for the best chance at answering his question?

In attempting to find out if a vaccination is safe and effective against a recently discovered virus that is infecting a large population in the United States, which classification of animals will Yvonne MOST likely study?

A veterinary scientist, Sean works on a panel that analyzes the toll that common products such as sunscreen have on the reefs that line the nation’s coast. Sean needs to gather statistics on animal deaths that could be attributed to poison from these substances. Statistics involving which classification of animals would give Sean relevant information to include for the panel?

In the 1800s, every county in the United States may have boasted its own farrier. Now, if someone wants to own a horse, they must search hard for a farrier who will be able to shoe and maintain the horse’s hooves. Which statement BEST explains the reason that farriers are less available today than they were in the past?

How did government support contribute to the growth of veterinary science?

The governor of a state has been informed of the outbreak of a contagious virus in two large chicken processing plants in a local town. There is evidence that not only have the poultry been infected but some workers have as well. Considering the impact that an outbreak of this virus might have, which group of advisors would the governor MOST likely want to be in the room for this discussion?

In her work, Aislinn is developing a test to detect the presences of mycotoxins, or fungus that can contaminate feed given to cows causing disease among livestock. Aislinn examines the fungus under a microscope to see how it reproduces. In what field of veterinary science would you say that Aislinn MOST likely works?

Although Fatima recently graduated with a degree in veterinary science, her passion is to be able to work on research projects designed to stimulate dairy output in livestock without the use of hormones. Fatima has a chance to intern with a specialty. In which opportunity would Fatima get practice on the type of tools that she will work with later in her career?

Mateo is a veterinarian who has been asked to care for a sick cow on a commercial dairy farm. When Mateo arrives at the barn, he sees that none of the cows are in good condition. It appears that they do not have access to clean stalls, so their feet are beginning to decay. Flies and other parasites seem to be plaguing the whole herd. The cow in question is sequestered in its own stall, and Mateo is able to provide it some treatment. How might Mateo ethically handle the situation he has run into on this commercial dairy farm?