Forms and Classification of Major Farm Animals in West Africa
Agricultural Science · 50 practice questions
Species, breeds, distribution and uses of major farm animals; external features of cattle, sheep, goat, pigs, rabbits and poultry.
- Classify breeds of farm animals, locate their distribution and identify their uses.
- Identify their characteristic external features.
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- Practice question 1
The N'Dama is mainly a breed of
- A.sheep noted for its high wool yield
- B.cattle noted for its tolerance to trypanosomiasis
- C.pig noted for rapid weight gain
- D.poultry noted for high egg output
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B. cattle noted for its tolerance to trypanosomiasis
N'Dama cattle are valued specifically for trypanotolerance in tsetse-infested areas.
- Practice question 2
Balami is mainly a breed of
- A.goat adapted to the humid southern rainforest
- B.cattle noted for trypanotolerance
- C.sheep adapted to the drier northern regions of Nigeria
- D.pig adapted to coastal, humid regions
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C. sheep adapted to the drier northern regions of Nigeria
Balami sheep are recognised for their adaptation to drier northern conditions.
- Practice question 3
Layer chickens are mainly reared for
- A.meat production
- B.egg production
- C.wool production
- D.milk production
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B. egg production
Layers are bred and managed for sustained egg output.
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