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Biology

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Quizzes in Biology

The most abundant element by number in the living system is ____?

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    • Oxygen

Which popular lap dog, with long body and short legs, was originally bred to crawl down badger holes?

Correct answer(s):
    • The Dachshund

In 1894, which breed of dog did Sir Dudley Marjoribanks first develop as an excellent companion for humans?

Correct answer(s):
    • Golden Retriever

Which canine family includes the small breeds Maltese, Havanese and Bolognese?

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    Which dog did monks of Swiss monastery breed to rescue people trapped in snowfalls?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Saint Bernard

    What dog gets its name from the German for a pull and means ‘water dog’?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Poodle

    Which breed of dog was called ‘Firehouse Dog’, having been the mascot of American fire station for a long time?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Dalmatian

    Which ferocious breed of dog was used by German butchers to guard their cattle?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Rottweiler

    What breed of salt and pepper terriers is named after a Character in Sir Walter Scout’s, Guy Mannering?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Dandie Dinmont

    What breed of wolfhound did Russian nobleman prize for their skill in hunting?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Borzoi

    In Scotland, which brand of dog is most commonly used to herd sheep?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Collie

    Which breed was developed by a tax collector in the village of Apolda in Germany in the late 19th century as a fearless protection dog?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Doberman Pinscher

    Which ancient breed of dog did St Hubert, patron saint of hunters, and his monks develop in the 7th century AD?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Bloodhound

    Which breed of little dogs was allowed access to the British Parliament by a decree issued by King Charles II?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    Which canine is the descendant of an ancient breed of dog called Techichi, which was integral to the rituals of ancient Toltecs and Aztecs?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Chihuahua

    Which wild dog, also called Warragal, has contributed to the extermination of the native Tasmanian wolf and Tasmanian devil?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Dingo

    Which regal hounds, bred to course game across mountainous terrain, used to be premier hunters of leopards?

    Correct answer(s):
      • Afghan Hound