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How to Raise Gerbils - Exam
Contributed by: Boyd
  • 1. What is the recommended minimum cage size for two gerbils?
A) 10 gallons
B) 5 gallons
C) A birdcage
D) 20 gallons
  • 2. Gerbils are naturally:
A) Crepuscular
B) Diurnal and Nocturnal
C) Strictly Nocturnal
D) Strictly Diurnal
  • 3. What type of bedding is best for gerbils?
A) Cedar shavings
B) Pine shavings
C) Cat litter
D) Paper-based bedding
  • 4. Gerbils need access to a:
A) Dust bath
B) Water bath
C) Sand bath
D) Mud bath
  • 5. What is a common health problem in gerbils?
A) Hair loss
B) Broken bones
C) Sore nose
D) Sneezing
  • 6. What is the average lifespan of a gerbil?
A) 10-12 years
B) 5-7 years
C) 1-2 years
D) 2-4 years
  • 7. Gerbils should be fed:
A) Bird seed
B) Dog food
C) Gerbil-specific food
D) Cat food
  • 8. What is a good enrichment item for gerbils?
A) Cardboard tubes
B) Rocks
C) Cotton balls
D) Mirrors
  • 9. Gerbils are social animals and should be kept:
A) In pairs or small groups
B) With hamsters
C) With guinea pigs
D) Alone
  • 10. What is a sign of a healthy gerbil?
A) Excessive drinking and urination
B) Dull fur and sneezing
C) Bright eyes and active behavior
D) Lethargy and weight loss
  • 11. Which of these foods should NOT be given to gerbils?
A) Broccoli
B) Hay
C) Carrots
D) Chocolate
  • 12. Why should gerbils be handled gently?
A) They are fragile
B) They scratch
C) They bite
D) To avoid tail slip
  • 13. What is a common behavior gerbils exhibit?
A) Barking
B) Digging
C) Swimming
D) Flying
  • 14. Where do gerbils originate?
A) Tropical rainforests
B) Desert regions
C) Swamps
D) Arctic tundra
  • 15. How often should a gerbil cage be cleaned?
A) Weekly or bi-weekly
B) Daily
C) Monthly
D) Yearly
  • 16. What is 'tail slip'?
A) A sleeping position
B) A type of dance
C) Loss of skin on the tail
D) A disease
  • 17. What type of water bottle is best for gerbils?
A) Open water bowl
B) Ceramic bowl
C) Plastic bottle with sipper tube
D) Glass bottle with sipper tube
  • 18. What is the scientific name for the most common pet gerbil?
A) Gerbillus pyramidum
B) Mus musculus
C) Meriones unguiculatus
D) Cavia porcellus
  • 19. Why should you avoid sudden changes in a gerbil's diet?
A) They will refuse to eat
B) It makes their fur fall out
C) They will become aggressive
D) It can cause digestive upset
  • 20. What temperature range is ideal for gerbils?
A) 30-40°F
B) 100-110°F
C) 85-95°F
D) 65-75°F
  • 21. Which of the following is a sign of stress in a gerbil?
A) Food hoarding
B) Sand bathing
C) Sleeping
D) Bar chewing
  • 22. What type of exercise wheel is safest for gerbils?
A) Any type of wheel
B) Solid surface wheel
C) Wire wheel
D) Mesh wheel
  • 23. How many pups are typically in a gerbil litter?
A) 15-20
B) 10-12
C) 4-8
D) 1-2
  • 24. What is the gestation period for gerbils?
A) 60-63 days
B) 16-18 days
C) 30-32 days
D) 24-26 days
  • 25. Gerbils are known to be relatively:
A) Loud
B) Aggressive
C) Odorless
D) Smelly
  • 26. What is the best way to introduce two gerbils?
A) Ignore them
B) Put them together immediately
C) Bathe them together
D) Split cage method
  • 27. What does it mean if a gerbil is thumping its hind legs?
A) It's a warning signal
B) It's playing
C) It's happy
D) It's cold
  • 28. Why is chewing important for gerbils?
A) Helps them sleep
B) Keeps their teeth from overgrowing
C) Keeps them warm
D) Helps them find food
  • 29. What should you do if a gerbil appears injured?
A) Wait and see if it gets better
B) Consult a veterinarian
C) Give it human medication
D) Isolate it
  • 30. Which of these toys is unsafe for gerbils?
A) A coconut shell
B) A wooden chew toy
C) A ceramic mug
D) Anything made of soft plastic
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