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    What happens to cattle raised for slaughter?

    • They are slaughtered to become sold as meat
    • They are raised till they die
    • They are raised for breeding
    • They are used as the bull in the herd
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How much do you know about beef cattle? Beef cattle are raised explicitly for meat production. The meat of mature or almost mature cattle is mostly known as beef. Angus cattle are said to be the best breed for meat. The most succulent part of the cattle is called the tenderloin. That is how filet mignon is made. This quiz on beef cattle is a cut above the rest.

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  • 2. 

    Slaughter cattle are raised to be?

    • Sold as meat

    • Used for milk

    • Made to lay ggs

    • Made for breeding

    Correct Answer
    A. Sold as meat
    Explanation
    Slaughter cattle are raised specifically for the purpose of being sold as meat. These animals are bred and raised with the intention of eventually being processed and used as a source of meat for consumption. They are typically raised in feedlots or on pasture, where they are fed a specific diet to promote growth and development of muscle mass. Once they reach a certain weight and age, they are sent to a slaughterhouse where they are processed and their meat is distributed for sale to consumers.

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  • 3. 

    What are the 5 sex classes?

    • Steer, Heifer, Cow, Bull, Stag

    • Slaughter, Feeder, Veal, Calves, Bull

    • Calves, Cattle, Veal, Slaughter, Feeder

    • Age, Use, Cow, Feeder, Sex

    Correct Answer
    A. Steer, Heifer, Cow, Bull, Stag
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Steer, Heifer, Cow, Bull, Stag. These are the five sex classes of cattle. A steer is a castrated male, a heifer is a young female that has not yet had a calf, a cow is a mature female that has had at least one calf, a bull is an intact male, and a stag is a male that has been castrated after reaching sexual maturity.

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  • 4. 

    Stags and Steers are the same things.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Stags and steers are not the same things. A stag refers to a male deer, especially a fully grown one with antlers. On the other hand, a steer is a castrated male bovine, typically used for beef production. While both are male animals, they belong to different species and have distinct characteristics. Therefore, the statement that stags and steers are the same is false.

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  • 5. 

    Heifers have had a baby.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Heifers are female cows that have not yet given birth to a calf. Therefore, they cannot have a baby. The statement contradicts the definition of a heifer, making the answer false.

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  • 6. 

    A male that is castrated before reaching sexual maturity is called?

    • Stag

    • Steer

    • Bull

    • Calve

    Correct Answer
    A. Steer
    Explanation
    A male that is castrated before reaching sexual maturity is called a "steer". Castration is the removal of the testicles in male animals, and when this is done before the animal reaches sexual maturity, it prevents the development of secondary sexual characteristics. Steers are commonly used in the beef industry as they tend to have a more docile temperament and their meat is considered to be of higher quality.

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  • 7. 

    A calf is around how old?

    • One year or older

    • Less than one year

    • Six month to one year old

    • Less than three months old

    Correct Answer
    A. Less than one year
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "less than one year." This is because a calf refers to a young bovine animal, typically a cow or a bull, that is still in its early stages of life. Calves are usually born and remain with their mothers for a certain period of time before they are weaned and considered independent. This period is generally less than one year, making the answer "less than one year" the most accurate option.

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  • 8. 

    Steers are castrated after reaching sexual maturity.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Steers are actually castrated before they reach sexual maturity. Castration is the process of removing the testicles of a male animal, which is typically done to control their behavior and prevent unwanted breeding. Steers are male cattle that have been castrated, usually at a young age, to make them more docile and easier to handle.

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  • 9. 

    A male that is castrated after reaching sexual maturity is called?

    • Stag

    • Steer

    • Boar

    • Bull

    Correct Answer
    A. Stag
    Explanation
    A male that is castrated after reaching sexual maturity is called a "stag." This term is commonly used to refer to a castrated male deer, but it can also be applied to other animals, such as cattle or horses. Castration is the process of removing the testicles, which eliminates the production of reproductive hormones and renders the male unable to reproduce. Stags are often castrated to control their behavior or to improve the quality of their meat.

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    What are the 5 Age classes?

    • Calves, Cattle, Veal cavles, Slaughter calves, Feeder calves

    • Stag, Cow, Bull, Steer, Heifer

    Correct Answer
    A. Calves, Cattle, Veal cavles, Slaughter calves, Feeder calves
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Calves, Cattle, Veal calves, Slaughter calves, Feeder calves. These are the five age classes of cattle. Calves refer to young cattle that are less than one year old. Cattle refers to mature bovine animals. Veal calves are young cattle that are raised for meat production. Slaughter calves are cattle that are ready for slaughter. Feeder calves are young cattle that are sold to be raised and fattened for meat production.

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