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Zoos in the USA Trivia Quiz

This quiz contains questions about the operation of zoos in the United States.

A multiple-choice quiz by cl1314. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
cl1314

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
284,017

Updated
Dec 03 21

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10

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Question 1 of 10

1. What is the accrediting organization for zoos in the United States? Hint

The Zookeepers Society

Association of Zoos and Aquariums

American Zoo Association

Zoos of the United States

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which of these is an area that the AZA does not include in its accreditation process? Hint

Animal Care

Geographical location

Education

Conservation

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Question 3 of 10

3. Within the AZA, the name of the groups that work to ensure that endangered species thrive is Hint

Species Survival Plan

The Conservation Committee

Animal Continuity Group

Endangered Species Protection Committee

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Question 4 of 10

4. According to the AZA, program animals are Hint

Animals that are used in zoo-sponsored shows.

Animals that are moved from zoo to zoo on a regular schedule.

Animals that are managed by SSP's.

Animals that are used outside their normal exhibit area.

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Question 5 of 10

5. An SSP's record of a specific animal's breeding history is called the Hint

Progeny record.

Stud book.

Breeding guide.

Reproduction status report.

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Question 6 of 10

6. In most zoos, the position of zookeeper requires a college degree.

True

False

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Question 7 of 10

7. Persons who offer their time to zoos without compensation are called Hint

Volunteers.

Edzoocators.

Docents.

All of these.

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Question 8 of 10

8. The process of creating an environment that mirrors an animal's life in the wild is called Hint

Enrichment.

Mimic activities.

Pseudo home life.

Replication.

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Question 9 of 10

9. One activity that would not be appropriate for enrichment is Hint

Putting a predator and its prey in adjacent enclosures.

Sprinkling spices in an animal's enclosure.

Teaching a non-swimming animal to swim.

Giving an animal food that it wouldn't normally eat.

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Question 10 of 10

10. The AZA has designated 2008 the year of the Hint

Rat.

Primate.

Tiger.

Frog.

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What is the accrediting organization for zoos in the United States?

Answer: Association of Zoos and Aquariums

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) was founded in 1924. It is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement and promotion of accredited zoos and aquariums.

2. Which of these is an area that the AZA does not include in its accreditation process?

Answer: Geographical location

Zoos complete the accreditation process every five years.

3. Within the AZA, the name of the groups that work to ensure that endangered species thrive is

Answer: Species Survival Plan

Each SSP manages all aspects of a species including breeding, public education and awareness, zookeeper training, and reintroduction into the wild. As of March of 2008 there are 106 SSP's that are responsible for 161 individual species.

4. According to the AZA, program animals are

Answer: Animals that are used outside their normal exhibit area.

Program animals are often taken to schools and community events. Extensive training and education are required before a person is allowed to transport and exhibit program animals.

5. An SSP's record of a specific animal's breeding history is called the

Answer: Stud book.

SSP's determine which animals are to be mated and can move animals within their SSP from one zoo to another for breeding purposes.

6. In most zoos, the position of zookeeper requires a college degree.

Answer: True

Degrees in animal science, zoology, marine biology, conservation biology, wildlife management and animal behavior are preferred.

7. Persons who offer their time to zoos without compensation are called

Answer: All of these.

Members of the community who volunteer their time are extremely important to all zoos. These individuals may help with special events and education programs, take program animals into the community, assist with horticulture projects, and provide assistance with office activities and fundraising.

8. The process of creating an environment that mirrors an animal's life in the wild is called

Answer: Enrichment.

Enrichment activities provide mental stimulation for animals by providing experiences that mimic what they would encounter in the wild. Zoos are required to provide enrichment for the animals in their care.

9. One activity that would not be appropriate for enrichment is

Answer: Teaching a non-swimming animal to swim.

The intent of enrichment is to stimulate the animal's senses, not to turn it into something it isn't, and is never potentially dangerous. Other examples are freezing fruit in buckets of water and letting the animal enjoy a 'fruitsicle', filling boxes with paper and some food so the animal can 'hunt', and providing toys appropriate for the animal.

10. The AZA has designated 2008 the year of the

Answer: Frog.

The Year of the Frog is intended to bring into the public consciousness the rapid decline in frog species worldwide. Human encroachment on habitat and pollution are the two main reasons for this decline. Check with your local zoo for activities this year.
Information for this quiz was obtained from the websites of the AZA, the Akron Zoo and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.

Source: Author cl1314

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