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Quiz about In Praise of the Siberian Cat

In Praise of the Siberian Cat Trivia Quiz

With a regal ruff, large round eyes and personality plus the Siberian cat is truly a treasure, so it's no wonder they're the national cat of Russia!

A multiple-choice quiz by sally0malley. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
sally0malley

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
390,030

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
657

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. Which of the following best describes a Siberian's coat? Hint

Short, coarse and bristled

Hairless like the Sphynx

Short, glossy and smooth

Medium to long, dense and textured

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Question 2 of 10

2. Their coats consist of how many types of fur?

Answer: (a number from 1 to 5)

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Question 3 of 10

3. Although Siberians have similar traits to Maine Coons, Siberians mature faster.

True

False

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Question 4 of 10

4. Don't let their size fool you - they're far from clumsy! What unusual trait provides them with their "ability for agility"? Hint

tiny feet

longer hind legs

wings

large ears

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Question 5 of 10

5. Where on the Siberian's body would you see "lynx tipping"? Hint

around the mouth

on the ears

on the tail

on the forehead

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Question 6 of 10

6. The Siberian's rather big feet are also "adorned" with tufts of fur on their toes.

True

False

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Question 7 of 10

7. Male Siberian cats can become very aggressive with kittens and should be separated from the mother cat and babies.

True

False

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is the term for the longer hair on a Siberian's legs? Hint

britches

chaps

pantaloons

knickers

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which of these terms is NOT usually used to describe a Siberian's vocalization? Hint

howling

trilling

chirping

meowing

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Question 10 of 10

10. Although any cat breed can suffer from illness/disease which of the following has been shown to be a hereditary Siberian trait caused by a defective gene? Hint

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV)

Renal Failure

Feline Diabetes

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which of the following best describes a Siberian's coat?

Answer: Medium to long, dense and textured

Their thick coats enabled them to survive in Russia's extreme climate for hundreds of years. The coat is glossy and matting isn't usually a problem.

2. Their coats consist of how many types of fur?

Answer: 3

The outer guard hairs are usually straight and slightly pointed. They provide a primary layer of protection for the middle layer, known as the awn hairs. The third layer, known as the silky fine down hairs, provides warmth.

3. Although Siberians have similar traits to Maine Coons, Siberians mature faster.

Answer: False

Typically the Siberian is a "late bloomer". Maine Coons reach maturity at approximately three years, whereas Siberians are not "full grown adults" until five years, so you can enjoy the Siberians extended kittenhood!

4. Don't let their size fool you - they're far from clumsy! What unusual trait provides them with their "ability for agility"?

Answer: longer hind legs

Siberians have been described as a cross between an acrobat and a ballet dancer. Since their hind legs are slightly longer, they have the appearance of being a bit hunched over.

5. Where on the Siberian's body would you see "lynx tipping"?

Answer: on the ears

Lynx tipping, the fur that grows from the pointed tip of the cat's ear, is also known as ear tufts. Lynx tipping, or ear tufts, should not be confused with "furnishings", which is the fur growing inside the ear. All cats (with the exception of the Sphinx) have furnishings but only a few breeds have lynx tipping.

6. The Siberian's rather big feet are also "adorned" with tufts of fur on their toes.

Answer: True

Similar to other large breeds, like the Maine Coon and Norwegian Forest cat, Siberians also possess the "toe tuft". This characteristic is an ancestral throwback to their original cold and snowy climates.

7. Male Siberian cats can become very aggressive with kittens and should be separated from the mother cat and babies.

Answer: False

Quite the opposite! Both males and females take their family life seriously. The male is very nurturing. He'll watch over his brood, giving a gentle nudge in the right direction at mealtime. It's also quite common to see Dad carrying a wandering kitten back to the "nest" and he'll even help at bath time. The female cat often has one mate for life.

8. What is the term for the longer hair on a Siberian's legs?

Answer: britches

Britches (derived from "breeches") are interspersed, fluffier and longer hairs. They provide additional warmth, protection and balance.

9. Which of these terms is NOT usually used to describe a Siberian's vocalization?

Answer: howling

Siberians are extremely vocal and the term "meow" simply isn't sufficient. They're known to chirp and trill at people, toys, other animals and just about anyone or anything else. When they do meow it's usually "short and to the point"! (There are some videos online for your listening pleasure, if you want to search them out).

10. Although any cat breed can suffer from illness/disease which of the following has been shown to be a hereditary Siberian trait caused by a defective gene?

Answer: Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)

Not every Siberian cat possesses the gene but, sadly, only one defective gene can cause HCM. The disease can show at any age, sometimes as early as a year while other times at six or eight years of age.

More detailed information can be found online.

Source: Author sally0malley

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