Chinese Eyes Trivia Quiz

Answer: Japan

The Akita is believed to have come from the northern mountains of Japan. This is a strong and domineering breed of dog. They are not friendly with strangers usually, but are affectionate with the family.

Answer: Sri Lanka

This dog came from the island nation of Sri Lanka. It was used by the indigenous Vedda people for hunting. It was often given as a gift to the groom from the bride's father on marriage, being a prized possession.

Answer: Purplish/black tongue

The Shar-Pei is easily recognizable by its wrinkled skin and its black tongue. It has short fur with rough skin and comes in a wide variety of colors. This dog was originally bred to hunt and to fight.

Answer: Chrysanthemum dog

The Shih Tzu is also called the Chinese lion dog. It has long hair that comes in several colors and a tail which curves over its back. The exact location of the origin of this dog is hotly debated but it is likely to be Tibet or China.

Answer: Hunting

The Kanni is a dog that was bred to chase down prey. The dog originated in southern India and was used by the upper classes for hunting. These dogs are fast, but responsive to their owners.

Answer: True

The Chow Chow is believed to have originated from Mongolia, or Siberia and has been bred in China for thousands of years. The breed can be stubborn and over protective. It was also bred for human consumption.

Answer: Afghan hound

The Afghan hound is a sighthound with a long flowing coat that comes in many colors. It has a thin tail that often has a ring or curl in it. This is an old breed that was used for hunting.

Answer: Bali

The origin of the Kintamani dog is believed to have been Bali. They have long hair and often live a semi-feral lifestyle. They make good pets and are affectionate to their family. The officially accepted coat color is white, although, as shown in the photo, many are black.

Answer: Ghosts

This breed was traditionally thought to have been able to dispel ghosts and spirits from the family's home. It is not aggressive, but is a sweet-tempered dog noted for its well-balanced temperament. It is also called the Sapsaree and nicknamed the 'exorcising dog'.

Answer: True

The Armenian Gampr dog was bred to protect livestock from wild animals, such as foxes and wolves. They are loyal to their owners and are very protective.