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How to milk a cow - Quiz
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  • 1. What is the primary purpose of milking a cow?
A) To exercise the cow's udder.
B) To keep the cow clean.
C) To extract milk for human consumption or other uses.
D) To make the cow happy.
  • 2. Before milking, what should you do to the cow's teats?
A) Clean and sanitize them.
B) Pull them forcefully.
C) Leave them dirty.
D) Apply essential oils.
  • 3. What is mastitis?
A) A type of milking machine.
B) A type of cow feed.
C) An infection of the udder.
D) A breed of cow.
  • 4. What is the 'foremilk'?
A) Milk given to calves.
B) Milk used for making cheese.
C) The last milk extracted.
D) The first few squirts of milk.
  • 5. Why is it important to discard the foremilk?
A) It's not nutritious.
B) It may contain bacteria and have a higher somatic cell count.
C) It's too thin.
D) It tastes bad.
  • 6. What is the ideal stimulation time before milking?
A) 30-60 seconds
B) 5 minutes
C) 5 seconds
D) No stimulation is needed.
  • 7. What is a common method of hand milking?
A) Tapping.
B) Pinching.
C) Fisting or stripping.
D) Slapping.
  • 8. What is the purpose of teat dipping after milking?
A) To prevent bacteria from entering the teat canal.
B) To keep flies away.
C) To make the teats look shiny.
D) To moisturize the teats.
  • 9. Which of these is an advantage of machine milking?
A) More relaxing for the cow.
B) Faster and more efficient.
C) Requires no cleaning.
D) Produces better-tasting milk.
  • 10. What is 'let-down' in relation to milking?
A) The spilling of milk.
B) The release of milk from the udder.
C) The process of pasteurization.
D) The act of separating cream.
  • 11. What hormone is primarily responsible for milk let-down?
A) Estrogen
B) Oxytocin
C) Adrenaline
D) Insulin
  • 12. What should the pulsation rate of a milking machine be?
A) It doesn't matter.
B) Around 50-60 cycles per minute.
C) Around 10-20 cycles per minute.
D) Around 100-120 cycles per minute.
  • 13. What is the purpose of the vacuum in a milking machine?
A) To draw milk out of the teat.
B) To clean the teats.
C) To massage the udder.
D) To scare the cow.
  • 14. What does SCC stand for?
A) Secret Cow Code
B) Somatic Cell Count
C) Standard Cow Count
D) Super Cow Cream
  • 15. A high SCC in milk indicates what?
A) Excellent milk quality.
B) High protein content.
C) High butterfat content.
D) Possible infection or inflammation.
  • 16. How often should milking equipment be cleaned and sanitized?
A) After each milking.
B) Once a week.
C) Once a month.
D) Only when visibly dirty.
  • 17. What is the ideal temperature for storing milk?
A) Below 40°F (4°C)
B) It doesn't matter.
C) Room temperature.
D) Above 60°F (16°C)
  • 18. What is important regarding the cow's tail when milking?
A) Let it swing freely.
B) Keep it out of the way or tie it.
C) Decorate it with ribbons.
D) Pull on it to calm the cow.
  • 19. Why is a consistent milking routine important?
A) It's not important.
B) To reduce stress for the cow and optimize milk production.
C) To make the milk taste better.
D) To save time for the farmer.
  • 20. What is colostrum?
A) The last milk produced before drying off.
B) Milk used for making yogurt.
C) The first milk produced after calving, rich in antibodies.
D) Milk with added vitamins.
  • 21. Why is colostrum important for newborn calves?
A) It cures all diseases.
B) It makes their fur shiny.
C) It provides essential antibodies for immunity.
D) It helps them grow faster.
  • 22. What is meant by 'drying off' a cow?
A) Moving the cow to a dry pasture.
B) Cleaning the cow's udder.
C) Stopping milk production before calving.
D) Making the cow thirsty.
  • 23. When should a cow be dried off?
A) Never, cows should always produce milk.
B) Only if she is sick.
C) Immediately after calving.
D) Approximately 60 days before her next calving.
  • 24. What is a teat sealant used for?
A) To lubricate the milking machine.
B) To treat mastitis.
C) To prevent bacteria from entering the teat canal during the dry period.
D) To make the teats look nicer.
  • 25. What is a benefit of providing feed to cows during milking?
A) It helps to keep them calm and still.
B) It is not necessary.
C) It makes the milk taste sweeter.
D) It increases milk production significantly.
  • 26. What should you do if you notice blood in the milk?
A) Stop milking that quarter and consult a veterinarian.
B) Filter the milk carefully.
C) Dilute the milk with water.
D) Keep milking and ignore it.
  • 27. What type of gloves should be worn during milking?
A) Clean, single-use gloves
B) No gloves are necessary
C) Gardening gloves
D) Welding gloves
  • 28. What is the most important factor to consider when selecting a milking location?
A) How scenic the location is
B) Proximity to the house
C) The temperature
D) Cleanliness
  • 29. What is the term for milk that comes from cows treated with antibiotics?
A) Vitamin enriched milk
B) Condensed milk
C) Organic Milk
D) Drug residue
  • 30. How can you avoid causing pain to the cow during milking?
A) By using gentle and consistent techniques
B) By shouting encouraging words
C) By tying the cow tightly
D) By milking quickly
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