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How to Care for Reindeer
Contributed by: Sandhu
  • 1. What is the primary food source for reindeer in winter?
A) Grass
B) Berries
C) Hay
D) Lichens
  • 2. What is the purpose of a reindeer's thick coat?
A) Camouflage
B) Insulation against cold
C) Waterproofing
D) Attracting mates
  • 3. What is the term for a castrated male reindeer?
A) Bull
B) Calf
C) Steer
D) Cow
  • 4. Which vitamin is crucial for reindeer antler growth?
A) Vitamin C
B) Vitamin E
C) Vitamin D
D) Vitamin A
  • 5. What season is typically calving season for reindeer?
A) Winter
B) Autumn
C) Summer
D) Spring
  • 6. What is a common disease affecting reindeer hooves?
A) Mange
B) Foot rot
C) Ringworm
D) Rabies
  • 7. What is the main purpose of herding reindeer?
A) Training for races
B) Collecting antlers
C) Managing grazing lands
D) Protecting from predators
  • 8. How do reindeer find food under the snow?
A) They use their sense of smell
B) They use their antlers to dig
C) They eat snow instead
D) They follow other animals
  • 9. What is a reindeer calf called?
A) Kid
B) Foal
C) Pup
D) Calf
  • 10. What is the average lifespan of a reindeer in the wild?
A) 15-20 years
B) 25-30 years
C) 30-40 years
D) 5-10 years
  • 11. Which of the following is a natural predator of reindeer?
A) Wolves
B) Squirrels
C) Foxes
D) Rabbits
  • 12. Why do reindeer antlers have velvet?
A) To attract mates
B) For camouflage
C) For protection
D) To supply nutrients
  • 13. What type of climate do reindeer thrive in?
A) Desert
B) Tropical
C) Arctic and subarctic
D) Temperate
  • 14. What is a common method of reindeer identification?
A) Tattooing
B) Microchipping
C) Ear tagging
D) Branding
  • 15. What is the importance of salt licks for reindeer?
A) Attracts mates
B) Provides essential minerals
C) Helps with digestion
D) Keeps them warm
  • 16. What is the role of a reindeer herder?
A) Study reindeer behavior
B) Train reindeer for racing
C) Manage the herd and resources
D) Sell reindeer products
  • 17. What is a major threat to reindeer populations?
A) Habitat loss
B) Overpopulation
C) Lack of predators
D) Too much food
  • 18. How often should reindeer be checked for parasites?
A) Regularly, based on risk
B) Once a year
C) Every few years
D) Never
  • 19. What is the best type of fencing for reindeer?
A) Strong, tall fences
B) Low fences
C) Electric fences
D) No fencing needed
  • 20. How do reindeer help maintain the arctic ecosystem?
A) By creating habitats
B) By preying on small animals
C) By pollinating flowers
D) By controlling vegetation
  • 21. What part of the reindeer is often used for clothing?
A) Teeth
B) Bones
C) Antlers
D) Hide
  • 22. What do reindeer use their sensitive noses for?
A) Detecting predators
B) Navigation
C) Finding food under snow
D) Attracting mates
  • 23. What is the average gestation period for a reindeer?
A) 7-8 months
B) 5-6 months
C) 11-12 months
D) 9-10 months
  • 24. What is the function of the reindeer's split hooves?
A) Grip in snow and ice
B) Digging
C) Defense
D) Swimming
  • 25. Which of the following is a sign of a healthy reindeer?
A) Dull coat and lethargy
B) Loss of appetite
C) Bright eyes and alertness
D) Isolation from the herd
  • 26. How does climate change affect reindeer populations?
A) Makes them more resistant to diseases
B) Improves their antler growth
C) Changes in food availability
D) Increases their lifespan
  • 27. What type of shelter do reindeer typically need?
A) Natural windbreaks
B) No shelter needed
C) Enclosed barns
D) Heated shelters
  • 28. How should newborn reindeer calves be monitored?
A) By ignoring them
B) For nursing and health
C) By force-feeding them
D) By separating them from the herd
  • 29. What is the best way to transport reindeer?
A) By plane without proper care
B) On open trucks
C) In specialized trailers
D) By foot over long distances
  • 30. What is a key skill for reindeer herders to possess?
A) Veterinary expertise
B) Knowledge of reindeer behavior
C) Accounting skills
D) Marketing skills
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