True/False Indicate whether the
statement is true or false.
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Hogs were domesticated in Europe and Asia.
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2.
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Hogs cannot sweat and therefore often lay in the water or mud to keep
cool.
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Multiple Choice Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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3.
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Which country leads the world in swine production?
a. | USA | c. | Czech Republic | b. | China | d. | Germany |
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4.
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The term that is used to describe a male hog that has been castrated before
reaching sexual maturity is......
a. | stag | b. | lard | c. | gilt | d. | barrow |
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Completion Complete each
statement.
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5.
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Modern hogs are considered to be descended from what wild species?
___________________ __________________ ___________ (3 words; spelling counts)
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6.
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The term that is used to describe the various cuts of meat we get from a pig is
known as ___________.
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7.
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Which state leads the United States in swine production?
__________________
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8.
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The most popular breed of swine in the United States is the _________________,
also known as the Large White.
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9.
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A female hog that has reached maturity (or has given birth) is known as a
___________.
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10.
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An intact male hog is known as a __________.
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