Question 1

Tail flicking and tail whipping are behaviors that indicate that a reptile is _____.&#10;A)content&#10;B)playful&#10;C)ill&#10;D)agitated

Accepted Answer

Tail flicking and tail whipping are defensive behaviors exhibited by reptiles when they feel threatened or agitated. It is a warning sign that the reptile may attack if provoked further.

Question 2

Lizards _____.&#10;A)have keen eyesight with excellent color vision&#10;B)are able to focus each eye independently&#10;C)and chameleons belong to the same family&#10;D)are divided geographically between northern and southern hemispheres

Accepted Answer

A

Question 3

Metabolic bone disease is associated with _____.&#10;A)excessive dietary phosphorus&#10;B)an overabundance of calcium in the diet&#10;C)overexposure to full spectrum UVB lighting&#10;D)surplus dietary vitamin D

Accepted Answer

Excessive dietary phosphorus can lead to an imbalance in calcium and phosphorus levels, which is a common cause of metabolic bone disease.

Question 4

When a lizard fails to shed completely, the condition is called _____.&#10;A)dysecdysis&#10;B)ectothermitis&#10;C)ecdysis&#10;D)parthenogenesis

Accepted Answer

Dysecdysis is the term used to describe when a lizard fails to shed their skin completely. Ectothermitis is not a commonly used or recognized term, ecdysis refers to the normal shedding process, and parthenogenesis is a type of asexual reproduction.

Question 5

Stomatitis is _____.&#10;A)mouth rot&#10;B)an ulcerated stomach&#10;C)excessive salivation&#10;D)inflammation of the GI tract

Accepted Answer

Stomatitis refers to the inflammation of the mucous membranes in the mouth, which can lead to mouth rot in reptiles.

Question 6

Ultraviolet light assists reptiles in the assimilation of _____.&#10;A)oxygen&#10;B)vitamin D3&#10;C)protein&#10;D)free radicals

Accepted Answer

Ultraviolet light helps reptiles in the assimilation of vitamin D3, which is important for their bone health and calcium metabolism.

Question 7

To examine the oral cavity of a snake, a is used.&#10;A)wood tongue depressor&#10;B)back end of a spoon&#10;C)soft pliable speculum&#10;D)gloved finger

Accepted Answer

A soft, pliable speculum is the best choice for examining the oral cavity of a snake as it is specifically designed for this purpose and can be inserted without causing harm or discomfort to the snake. Using a wood tongue depressor, the back end of a spoon, or a gloved finger can potentially harm the snake and will not provide as clear of a view of the oral cavity.

Question 8

What parts of a chelonian is capable of regeneration if damaged?&#10;A)Plastrons&#10;B)bony bridges&#10;C)Scutes&#10;D)dermal bones

Accepted Answer

Scutes, which are the keratinized scales covering the shell of the chelonian, are capable of regeneration if damaged. The other options, such as plastrons, bony bridges, and dermal bones, may not regenerate fully or at all if damaged.

Question 9

Every snake, regardless of species, needs _____.&#10;A)a cage that is made of wood&#10;B)several heat rocks spread out through the cage&#10;C)a container of water large enough to allow it to be totally submerged&#10;D)commercial reptile sand and reptile litter as the substrate for its cage

Accepted Answer

All snakes require access to water, either through a water dish or a container large enough for them to soak in. Option A is not ideal as wood can absorb moisture and harbor bacteria. Option B is not recommended as heat rocks can cause burns and uneven heating. Option D is not suitable as reptile sand can cause impaction if ingested and litter may not provide a suitable substrate for all snake species.

Question 10

The organ of the snake is a highly developed sensory organ.&#10;A)Johnson's&#10;B)Jacobson's&#10;C)Williamson's&#10;D)Thompson's

Accepted Answer

Jacobson's organ, also known as the vomeronasal organ, is a highly developed sensory organ found in snakes. It is used for detecting chemicals in the air, such as pheromones from potential mates or prey. This organ is located on the roof of the snake's mouth and connects to the main olfactory system.

Deck 15: Reptiles