About this Study Set
This study set covers Veterinary Science through
20 practice questions.
Basic knowledge about animal health and the role of veterinarians, suitable for middle school students. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
Questions & Answers
Browse all 20 questions from the
Introduction to Veterinary Science study set below.
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1
What is the primary role of a veterinarian?
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A
To train circus animals
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B
To diagnose and treat animal illnesses and injuries
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C
To design animal enclosures
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D
To write books about animals
2
Which of the following is a common tool used by veterinarians to listen to a patient's heartbeat and breathing?
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A
Microscope
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B
Thermometer
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C
Stethoscope
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D
Scalpel
3
What does 'vaccination' aim to do for animals?
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A
Make them stronger for sports
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B
Prevent them from getting sick with certain diseases
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C
Improve their eyesight
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D
Change their fur colour
4
Which type of veterinarian typically works with large farm animals like cows and sheep?
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A
Small animal veterinarian
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B
Equine veterinarian
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C
Livestock veterinarian
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D
Exotic animal veterinarian
5
What is the term for a medical examination of an animal's body after death, usually to determine the cause of death?
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A
X-ray
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B
Biopsy
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C
Autopsy
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D
Ultrasound
6
Which of these is an example of a zoonotic disease (a disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans)?
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A
Common cold
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B
Influenza (flu)
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C
Rabies
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D
All of the above
7
What does a veterinarian do during a physical examination?
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A
Administer a bath
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B
Check vital signs, skin, eyes, ears, and listen to the heart and lungs
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C
Provide a special diet
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D
Teach new tricks
8
Which of the following is NOT a common pet that a small animal veterinarian would treat?
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A
Dog
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B
Cat
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C
Horse
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D
Hamster
9
What is the process of spaying or neutering an animal?
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A
Giving them a haircut
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B
Preventing them from reproducing
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C
Feeding them a special meal
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D
Teaching them to speak
10
What is the study of how living organisms function called?
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A
Anatomy
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B
Physiology
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C
Genetics
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D
Ecology
11
Which of the following is a type of medical imaging used by veterinarians to see inside an animal's body?
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A
Telescope
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B
Magnifying glass
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C
X-ray machine
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D
Binoculars
12
What are the tiny organisms that can cause disease called?
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A
Vitamins
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B
Minerals
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C
Pathogens
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D
Antibodies
13
What is the term for a veterinary professional who assists the veterinarian with medical procedures and patient care?
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A
Receptionist
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B
Groomer
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C
Veterinary technician or nurse
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D
Animal trainer
14
Which of these is important for a balanced diet for most animals?
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A
Only candy
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B
A mix of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals
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C
Only water
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D
Only grass
15
What does a veterinarian prescribe to kill bacteria causing an infection?
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A
Pain reliever
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B
Antihistamine
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C
Antibiotic
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D
Sedative
16
Which part of the body does an echocardiogram examine?
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A
Bones
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B
Heart
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C
Lungs
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D
Brain
17
What is the common name for the process of shedding fur or hair?
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A
Growing
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B
Molting
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C
Breathing
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D
Eating
18
Which animal is often treated by an equine veterinarian?
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A
Goldfish
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B
Parrot
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C
Horse
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D
Snake
19
What does a veterinarian measure with a thermometer?
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A
Weight
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B
Height
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C
Temperature
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D
Heart rate
20
What is the scientific study of animal behaviour called?
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A
Zoology
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B
Ethology
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C
Botany
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D
Geology
