Rat Quiz – Test Your Knowledge of These Interesting Creatures!

Quiz Questions

What is the scientific name for the rat?

• Rattus norvegicus
• Rattus rattus
• Rattus aureus
• Rattus latrans

What is the average lifespan of a rat in the wild?

• 2-5 months
• 6-8 months
• 9-13 months
• 14-18 months

Where do rats live?

• Walls and Attacks
• Roofs
• Burrows & Trees
• All of the above

What color is a rat typically?

• Grey
• White
• Black
• Brown

What type of teeth does a rat have?

• Sharp incisors
• Sharp molars
• Flat incisors
• Flat molars

What type of tail does a rat have?

• Hairless
• Short
• Long
• Furry

What type of ears does a rat have?

• Flat
• Long
• Pointed
• Rounded

What type of life cycle does a rat have?

• Oviparous
• Viviparous
• Hermaphrodite
• Parthenogenic

What type of diet does a rat have?

• Carnivorous
• Omnivorous
• Herbivorous
• Insectivorous

What type of habitat does a rat live in?

• Desert
• Grassland
• Woodland
• Urban

What type of vocalizations do rats make?

• Hissing
• Chattering
• Grunting
• Screeching

How many species of rat are there?

• 3
• 5
• 7
• 9

What is the average litter size of a rat?

• 3-5
• 6-8
• 9-11
• 8-18

How long does it take for a rat to reach sexual maturity?

• 2-3 weeks
• 4-5 weeks
• 6-7 weeks
• 8-9 weeks