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Daily MCQ Questions On Crop & Animal Disease Management

MCQ Questions On Crop & Animal Disease Management

1. Which of the following is not a Mendelian principle of inheritance?

  • Principle of Dominance
  • Principle of Independent Assortment
  • Principle of Linkage
  • Principle of Segregation

2. What is the basic structural unit of the nervous system?

  • Neuron
  • Synapse
  • Axon
  • Dendrite

3. Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin B12
  • Vitamin K
  • Vitamin D

4. In animal breeding, what is the purpose of crossbreeding?

  • To improve genetic diversity
  • To maintain pure breeds
  • To eliminate recessive traits
  • To increase homozygosity

5. Which of the following is a ruminant animal?

  • Pig
  • Chicken
  • Goat
  • Rabbit

6. What is the function of the rumen in ruminant animals?

  • Protein digestion
  • Cellulose digestion
  • Water absorption
  • Fat digestion

7. Which of the following diseases is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin D in animals?

  • Rickets
  • Scurvy
  • Anemia
  • Pellagra

8. What is the main purpose of artificial insemination in livestock?

  • To reduce inbreeding
  • To increase genetic variation
  • To enhance reproductive efficiency
  • To promote natural mating

9. Which of the following is an essential amino acid for poultry?

  • Glycine
  • Alanine
  • Lysine
  • Proline

10. What is the term for the study of disease patterns in populations?

  • Pathology
  • Epidemiology
  • Microbiology
  • Immunology

11. Which hormone is responsible for milk let-down in lactating animals?

  • Oxytocin
  • Prolactin
  • Estrogen
  • Progesterone

12. What is the normal body temperature range for cattle?

  • 35-36°C
  • 37-38°C
  • 38.5-39.5°C
  • 40-41°C

13. Which of the following is a common ectoparasite affecting livestock?

  • Roundworm
  • Tapeworm
  • Mite
  • Fluke

14. What is the primary cause of mastitis in dairy cows?

  • Viral infection
  • Bacterial infection
  • Fungal infection
  • Parasitic infection

15. What is the function of the liver in animals?

  • Protein synthesis
  • Detoxification
  • Bile production
  • All of the above

16. Which of the following is a symptom of ketosis in dairy cattle?

  • Weight gain
  • Decreased milk production
  • Increased appetite
  • Hyperactivity

17. What is the primary component of hemoglobin in red blood cells?

  • Iron
  • Calcium
  • Magnesium
  • Potassium

18. Which breed of cattle is known for its high milk production?

  • Angus
  • Holstein
  • Hereford
  • Brahman

19. What is the term for the process of giving birth in livestock?

  • Gestation
  • Parturition
  • Lactation
  • Insemination

20. Which of the following is an example of a zoonotic disease?

  • Foot and mouth disease
  • Rabies
  • Newcastle disease
  • Avian influenza

21. What is the main benefit of vaccinating livestock?

  • To increase weight gain
  • To improve feed efficiency
  • To prevent diseases
  • To enhance reproduction

22. Which of the following is a symptom of anaplasmosis in cattle?

  • Lameness
  • Jaundice
  • Blindness
  • Diarrhea

23. What is the role of the hypothalamus in animal physiology?

  • Regulating metabolism
  • Controlling body temperature
  • Coordinating voluntary movements
  • Producing bile

24. Which of the following feed additives is commonly used to improve feed efficiency in livestock?

  • Antibiotics
  • Antioxidants
  • Enzymes
  • Probiotics

25. What is the main advantage of using genetic selection in animal breeding?

  • To produce more offspring
  • To enhance specific traits
  • To increase feed consumption
  • To reduce genetic diversity

26. Which organ is primarily responsible for filtering blood in animals?

  • Liver
  • Heart
  • Kidney
  • Lungs

27. What is the main component of plant cell walls that ruminants can digest?

  • Starch
  • Cellulose
  • Glycogen
  • Pectin

28. Which type of muscle is responsible for voluntary movements in animals?

  • Smooth muscle
  • Cardiac muscle
  • Skeletal muscle
  • Involuntary muscle

29. What is the main source of energy for newborn livestock?

  • Carbohydrates
  • Fats
  • Proteins
  • Colostrum

30. Which of the following is a common bacterial disease in poultry?

  • Marek’s disease
  • Avian influenza
  • Salmonellosis
  • Newcastle disease

31. What is the primary function of antibodies in the immune system?

  • To destroy pathogens
  • To produce antigens
  • To identify and neutralize pathogens
  • To transport oxygen

32. Which of the following is a function of the pancreas in animals?

  • Secreting insulin
  • Producing bile
  • Storing glucose
  • Filtering toxins

33. Which of the following is a non-protein nitrogen source used in ruminant diets?

  • Urea
  • Ammonia
  • Nitrate
  • Nitrite

34. What is the gestation period for a cow?

  • 283 days
  • 315 days
  • 240 days
  • 365 days

35. Which of the following is an example of anthelmintic drugs?

  • Penicillin
  • Ivermectin
  • Aspirin
  • Atropine

36. What is the primary cause of bloat in ruminants?

  • Overeating grain
  • Ingestion of legumes
  • Dehydration
  • Parasitic infection

37. What is the main purpose of colostrum for newborn livestock?

  • Provide energy
  • Supply antibodies
  • Enhance growth
  • Improve digestion

38. Which mineral is essential for eggshell formation in poultry?

  • Magnesium
  • Calcium
  • Phosphorus
  • Potassium

39. Which organ is primarily affected by aflatoxin toxicity in livestock?

  • Heart
  • Liver
  • Kidney
  • Lung

40. Which of the following is a primary function of the rumen microbiota in ruminants?

  • Synthesizing vitamins
  • Producing methane
  • Digesting cellulose
  • All of the above

41. What is the main symptom of foot-and-mouth disease in livestock?

  • Diarrhea
  • Blisters in the mouth
  • Skin lesions
  • Blindness

42. What is the purpose of deworming programs in livestock management?

  • To increase feed intake
  • To prevent parasitic infections
  • To enhance reproduction
  • To reduce stress

43. Which of the following is a characteristic of intensive livestock production systems?

  • Low stocking density
  • Extensive grazing
  • High input and output
  • Large land requirements

44. Which hormone is responsible for milk ejection during lactation in mammals?

  • Estrogen
  • Prolactin
  • Oxytocin
  • Progesterone

45. What is the role of the thyroid gland in animals?

  • Regulating calcium levels
  • Producing adrenaline
  • Controlling growth and development
  • Maintaining body temperature

46. Which of the following is a primary reason for performing castration in livestock?

  • To increase milk production
  • To prevent unwanted breeding
  • To improve meat quality
  • To reduce feed costs

47. Which of the following is a characteristic of a monogastric digestive system?

  • Multiple stomach compartments
  • Large cecum
  • Extensive rumen
  • Single-chambered stomach

48. What is the primary function of the epididymis in male animals?

  • Producing testosterone
  • Storing sperm
  • Digesting food
  • Filtering toxins

49. Which of the following is a common ectoparasite of livestock?

  • Tapeworm
  • Tick
  • Roundworm
  • Fluke

50. What is the purpose of using artificial insemination in livestock breeding?

  • To increase genetic diversity
  • To decrease fertility
  • To improve meat quality
  • To control breeding seasons

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