WorksheetsPoultry
Total questions: 52
Worksheet time: 29mins
What does "Bearded" mean when referring to a bird?
The bird has a long beak.
The bird has feathers under its chin.
The bird has a colorful tail.
The bird can sing well.
What does "Feather legged" mean in reference to birds?
The bird has a clean and smooth appearance.
The bird has feathers on its legs.
The bird has very long legs.
The bird can fly exceptionally well.
What is a Bantam?
A large breed of chicken
A small breed of chicken
A type of wild bird
A farming tool
Which of the following is an alternative term for Bantam?
Bantys
Bannys
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
What does "Ornamental" mean in the context of animal breeding?
Bred to be harvested for their meat
Bred for fancy looks and nice appearance
Bred to lay a lot of eggs
Not the best at laying eggs or producing meat but good at both
What is the purpose of an animal bred for "Egg Production"?
Bred for fancy looks and nice appearance
Bred to be harvested for their meat
Bred to lay a lot of eggs
Pretty good at both laying eggs and producing meat
What does "Dual" refer to in animal breeding?
Bred for fancy looks and nice appearance
Bred to lay a lot of eggs
Bred to be harvested for their meat
Not the best at laying eggs or producing meat but good at both
What is a heritage breed?
A) A modern breed that is used for commercial purposes
B) A breed that was created a very long time ago, usually served multiple purposes, and was created before agriculture was commercialized
C) A breed that has been recently developed for specific agricultural needs
D) A wild breed that has not been domesticated
What is a rooster?
A baby chicken
A young male chicken before they are mature
An adult male chicken
An adult female chicken
What is a hen?
A young hen before egg production starts
An adult male chicken
A baby chicken
An adult female chicken
What does the term 'pullet' refer to?
What is a cockerel?
An adult male chicken
A young hen (usually before egg production starts)
A baby chicken
A young male chicken (usually before they are mature)
What is an adult male turkey called?
Hen
Jenny
Tom
Poult
What term is used for a baby turkey?
Jake
Poult
Jenny
Hen
What is the term for an immature female turkey?
Poult
Hen
Jenny
Tom
What do you call an immature male turkey?
Tom
Poult
Hen
Jake
What is the name given to an adult female turkey?
Jenny
Poult
Jake
Hen
What is a Gander?
Baby goose
Adult female goose
Adult male goose
Name of a goose species
What term is used to refer to a baby goose?
Duckling
Gander
Hen
Gosling
What is a Hen in goose terms?
Adult male goose
Baby goose
Adult female goose
A type of goose breed
What is a Drake?
Baby duck
Adult female duck
Adult male duck
Type of duck species
What do you call a baby duck?
Hen
Duckling
Drake
Ducklet
What term is used for an adult female duck?
Duckling
Drake
Hen
Duckess
Which term is used to describe a comb that resembles a walnut?
Single
Pea
Walnut
Rose
What type of comb is named after a flower due to its appearance?
Buttercup
Strawberry
Cushion
Rose
Which comb type is characterized by a large, roundish shape similar to a cushion?
Single
Pea
Strawberry
Cushion
What is the name of the comb that is pointed and has a shape similar to the letter 'V'?
Single
V-Shaped
Buttercup
Rose
What is the primary purpose of the Leghorn chicken breed?
Meat production
Egg production
Ornamental purposes
Pest control
What color are the feathers of the Leghorn chicken?
Brown
Black
White
Red
What color eggs do Leghorn chickens lay?
Brown
Blue
White
Green
How is the Leghorn chicken breed ranked in terms of egg production?
Average egg producing breed
Below average egg producing breed
One of the lowest egg producing breeds
One of the highest egg producing breeds
What is the purpose of the Polish chicken breed?
Egg production
Meat production
Ornamental
Racing
What is a unique feature of the Polish chicken breed?
Fast running speed
Unique crest
Ability to swim
Long tail feathers
For what are Polish chickens commonly used?
Hunting
Shows or as pets
Guarding
Plowing fields
What is the purpose of the Silkie chicken?
Egg production
Meat production
Ornamental
Pest control
What color is the skin and meat of the Silkie chicken?
White
Red
Black/Blue
Brown
How do the feathers of a Silkie chicken appear?
Smooth and glossy
Long and flowing
Look like fur
Brightly colored
What is the purpose of the Duccle breed?
Egg production
Meat production
Ornamental
Racing
Which of the following is a characteristic of the Duccle breed?
Long-tailed
Feather legged
Crested
Flightless
What size category does the Duccle breed belong to?
Standard
Bantam
Giant
Miniature
Does the Duccle breed have a beard?
Yes
No
Only in males
Only in females
What is the primary purpose of the Cornish Cross breed?
Egg production
Meat production
Pet keeping
Racing
How would you describe the growth rate of the Cornish Cross?
Slow and steady
Very large very fast
Moderate
Stunted
What type of build does the Cornish Cross have?
Slender
Stocky
Irregular
Lean
What is the purpose of the Jersey Giant chicken breed?
Egg production
Meat production
Dual purpose (meat and egg production)
Ornamental
What color are the feathers of the Jersey Giant chicken?
White
Brown
Red
Black
What type of comb does the Jersey Giant chicken have?
Rose comb
Pea comb
Single comb
Cushion comb
How would you describe the size of the Jersey Giant chicken?
Small
Medium
Large
Very large
What is the purpose of the Rhode Island Red chicken?
Egg production only
Meat production only
Dual purpose for both egg and meat production
Ornamental
What is a distinctive feature of the Rhode Island Red chicken's appearance?
White feathers
Lovely red color
Speckled feathers
Long tail feathers
What type of legs does the Rhode Island Red chicken have?
Feathered legs
Clean legged
Spotted legs
Blue colored legs
What type of comb does the Rhode Island Red chicken have?
Rose comb
Pea comb
Single comb
Cushion comb
