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Donkeys and Mules Trivia Quiz

How much do you know about donkeys? Find out by taking my quiz!

A multiple-choice quiz by baileylizzie. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
baileylizzie

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
169,355

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
2452

Last 3 plays: Guest 12 (10/10), Guest 156 (8/10), Guest 2 (6/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. Miniature donkeys are sometimes used to guard herds of sheep.

True

False

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Question 2 of 10

2. Most miniature donkeys don't like dogs.

True

False

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Question 3 of 10

3. What is a female donkey called? Hint

Mare

Jenny

Hinny

Filly

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Question 4 of 10

4. What is a hinny? Hint

A horse mare crossed with a donkey stallion

A horse stallion crossed with a female donkey

A miniature pony mare crossed with a miniature donkey

A donkey stallion crossed with a Arabian mare

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Question 5 of 10

5. Donkeys need less water than horses.

True

False

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Question 6 of 10

6. How long is a donkey's pregnancy (gestation) on average? Hint

12 months

9 months

6 months

16 months

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Question 7 of 10

7. You should feed donkeys alfalfa hay.

True

False

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Question 8 of 10

8. Do donkeys like to live alone?

Yes

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Question 9 of 10

9. Mules are slower than oxen.

True

False

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which of the following is not true of donkeys? Hint

Their feet need to be trimmed more often

They spook much easier than horses.

They should not be fed grain

Every donkey's "hee-haw!" is different

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Miniature donkeys are sometimes used to guard herds of sheep.

Answer: True

Miniature donkeys are actually very brave, despite their small size.

2. Most miniature donkeys don't like dogs.

Answer: True

Miniature donkeys aren't usually very fond of dogs because coyotes are a big predator to them, therefore causing them to not like anyone from the canine family.

3. What is a female donkey called?

Answer: Jenny

Male donkeys are called Jacks.

4. What is a hinny?

Answer: A horse stallion crossed with a female donkey

Mules are stronger than hinnys and hinnys have a reputation of being stubborn.

5. Donkeys need less water than horses.

Answer: True

Over time the donkey has developed more stamina, and need less food and water.

6. How long is a donkey's pregnancy (gestation) on average?

Answer: 12 months

In the wild, donkey foals must develop quickly so they can keep up with the herd while they walk on to find edible food. Pregnancies can last from 11 to 14 months.

7. You should feed donkeys alfalfa hay.

Answer: False

Alfalfa is too rich for donkeys and if you feed them it, they may become ill.

8. Do donkeys like to live alone?

Answer: no

Donkeys are social animals and prefer to live with other animals.

9. Mules are slower than oxen.

Answer: False

Mules are actually faster than oxen and can walk over difficult terrain easier than a horse can.

10. Which of the following is not true of donkeys?

Answer: They spook much easier than horses.

Donkeys actually spook less than horses, making them popular among people.

Source: Author baileylizzie

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