Sheep Quiz: Test What You Know About These Horned Animals!

Quiz Questions

What is the scientific name for a sheep?

• Ovis aries
• Ovis lupus
• Ovis latrans
• Ovis canadensis

Where in the world do sheep live?

• The Americas
• Africa
• Australia
• Europe & Asia

What is the average weight of a healthy adult sheep?

• 20-50 lbs
• 50-80 lbs
• 80-400 lbs
• 120-150 lbs

What type of fur do sheep have?

• Thick fur
• Short hair
• Long hair
• Wool

What is the average lifespan of a sheep?

• 2-4 years
• 4-6 years
• 6-10 years
• 10-15 years

What is the average shoulder height of a sheep?

• 0.8-1.2 ft
• 1.2-1.8 ft
• 1.8-2.4 ft
• 2.4-3.0 ft

What is the average weight of a newborn lamb?

• 1-3 lbs
• 3-5 lbs
• 5-7 lbs
• 8-12 lbs

How many stomachs does a sheep have?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4

What type of feet does a sheep have?

• Hooves
• Claws
• Pads
• Hooves and claws

What is the average gestation period of a pregnant sheep?

• 90-100 days
• 100-110 days
• 110-120 days
• 120-130 days

What is the average litter size of a sheep?

• 1-3
• 2-3
• 3-4
• 4-5

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

• 2-4 years
• 4-6 years
• 6-10 years
• 10-12 years

What is the average body length of a sheep?

• 2-3 ft
• 3-4 ft
• 4-5 ft
• 5-6 ft

How many horns does a ram have?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4