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Quiz about Dog Breeds in the Terrier Group

Dog Breeds in the Terrier Group Quiz

A quiz on dog breeds in the AKC Terrier group.

A multiple-choice quiz by crisw. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
crisw

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
3,068

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
5350

Awards
Top 20% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. One of the breeds most recently admitted into the AKC (as of Jan. 2001) was this terrier, bred by an English churchman to hunt foxes. Hint

Parson Russell terrier

Smooth fox terrier

Wire fox terrier

Lakeland terrier

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Question 2 of 10

2. This red terrier is known for his rollicking temperament and love for a scrap with other dogs. Hint

Irish terrier

Border terrier

Welsh terrier

Norfolk terrier

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Question 3 of 10

3. 'Petey' of the Little Rascals was a registered example of this breed. Hint

Bull terrier

American Pit Bull Terrier

Staffordshire bull terrier

Miniature bull terrier

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Question 4 of 10

4. This terrier, with its topknot and large eyes, was named after a character in a novel by Sir Walter Scott. Hint

Sealyham terrier

Skye terrier

Dandie Dinmont terrier

Jack Russell terrier

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Question 5 of 10

5. This breed has won Best in Show at Westminster more than any other, in the 20th century. Hint

Norfolk terrier

Wire fox terrier

Scottish terrier

West Highland White terrier

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Question 6 of 10

6. Fala, Franklin Delano Roosevelt's beloved companion, was of this breed. Hint

Scottish terrier

American Staffordshire terrier

Norwich terrier

Border terrier

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Question 7 of 10

7. This terrier breed is groomed to resemble a lamb. Hint

Miniature schnauzer

Skye terrier

Welsh terrier

Bedlington terrier

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Question 8 of 10

8. This is the largest breed of terrier. Hint

American Staffordshire terrier

Kerry Blue terrier

Airedale terrier

Lakeland terrier

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Question 9 of 10

9. This breed is most well-known for a starring appearance in the movie 'The Wizard of Oz'. Hint

Cairn terrier

Norwich terrier

Norfolk terrier

Border terrier

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Question 10 of 10

10. What country did almost all AKC-recognized terriers originate in? Hint

Great Britain

Australia

The United States

Germany

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. One of the breeds most recently admitted into the AKC (as of Jan. 2001) was this terrier, bred by an English churchman to hunt foxes.

Answer: Parson Russell terrier

An incredibly active dog who needs LOTS of training and exercise- not an ideal pet for most people!

2. This red terrier is known for his rollicking temperament and love for a scrap with other dogs.

Answer: Irish terrier

Fairly large for a terrier.

3. 'Petey' of the Little Rascals was a registered example of this breed.

Answer: American Pit Bull Terrier

Most registries register these dogs as American Pit Bull Terriers. The same dog can be registered as an American Staffordshire Terrier with the American Kennel Club and as an American Pit Bull Terrier with the United Kennel Club, the second oldest kennel club in America.

4. This terrier, with its topknot and large eyes, was named after a character in a novel by Sir Walter Scott.

Answer: Dandie Dinmont terrier

From the novel 'Guy Mannering' written by Sir Walter Scott.

5. This breed has won Best in Show at Westminster more than any other, in the 20th century.

Answer: Wire fox terrier

The show dogs are meticulously groomed, unlike the average scruffy pet.

6. Fala, Franklin Delano Roosevelt's beloved companion, was of this breed.

Answer: Scottish terrier

Scotties are independent, proud and scrappy.

7. This terrier breed is groomed to resemble a lamb.

Answer: Bedlington terrier

The Bedlington terrier was once a poor man's ratter.

8. This is the largest breed of terrier.

Answer: Airedale terrier

This is a very tough and loyal dog, which has been used for everything from bear hunting to search and rescue.

9. This breed is most well-known for a starring appearance in the movie 'The Wizard of Oz'.

Answer: Cairn terrier

The cairn is also one of the milder terriers in temperament.

10. What country did almost all AKC-recognized terriers originate in?

Answer: Great Britain

All except the American Staffordshire Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer, and Australian Terrier originated in Great Britain.

Source: Author crisw

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