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