Grassland MCQ's Q & A.docx

What does 1 Livestock Unit (LU) represent? A. One dairy cow B. One goat C. One adult sheep D. One yearling ANSWER: A How much herbage is associated with one Livestock Unit annually? A. 24 tonnes B. 18 tonnes C. 6 tonnes D. 12 tonnes ANSWER: D Which clover variety is commonly characterize...

What does 1 Livestock Unit (LU) represent? A. One dairy cow B. One goat C. One adult sheep D. One yearling ANSWER: A How much herbage is associated with one Livestock Unit annually? A. 24 tonnes B. 18 tonnes C. 6 tonnes D. 12 tonnes ANSWER: D Which clover variety is commonly characterized by its long growth period? A. Red Clover B. Italian RyeGrass C. Perennial RyeGrass D. White Clover ANSWER: A What is the primary function of the grass plant\'s roots? A. Support the growth of new tillers B. Conduct photosynthesis C. Facilitate gas exchange D. Anchor the plant in position and absorb water and nutrients ANSWER: D Which term refers to the quantity of plant material produced by grass, available for grazing? A. Dry Matter Intake B. Digestibility C. Productivity D. Palatability ANSWER: C What does Dry Matter Digestibility (DMD) measure? A. The water content in grass B. The total nutrients available in the grass C. The proportion of dry matter that can be digested by an animal D. The growth rate of grass ANSWER: C How does the grass plant benefit from its leaves? A. They store water for drought conditions B. They support the structure of the plant C. They absorb nutrients from the soil D. They photosynthesize to produce food and enable transpiration ANSWER: D What role does inflorescence play in the grass plant\'s reproductive process? A. It facilitates water movement up the plant B. It is the site of wind pollination C. It anchors the plant to the soil D. It absorbs sunlight ANSWER: B Why is the concept of Dry Matter Intake (DMI) important for understanding animal feeding? A. It evaluates the soil quality where the grass grows B. It measures the amount of feed consumed, excluding water content C. It gauges the quality of the grass based on color D. It helps determine the water requirements of animals ANSWER: B Which factor is considered a measure of how pleasant the grass is to taste? A. Dry Matter B. Digestibility C. Palatability D. Productivity ANSWER: C What outcome is directly influenced by the digestibility of grass? A. The rate of photosynthesis in the grass plant B. The overall health of the soil C. The efficiency of nutrient assimilation by the grazing animal D. The amount of water needed for irrigation ANSWER: C Which characteristic best distinguishes Italian RyeGrass from Perennial RyeGrass? A. Tolerance to drought conditions B. Growth rate during colder months C. Suitability for winter grazing D. Nutritional value of the herbage ANSWER: B Which of the following is NOT typically a measurement directly associated with Livestock Units? A. Winter fodder requirements B. Feed conversion efficiency C. Annual herbage production D. Grazing pressure ANSWER: B What is the primary role of the grass plant\'s stem? A. It anchors the plant in position. B. It absorbs water and nutrients. C. It provides upright growth and supports new tillers. D. It facilitates photosynthesis. ANSWER: C Which of the following best describes dry matter? A. The portion of food remaining after water is added. B. The portion of food remaining after water has been removed. C. The water content within a given sample of food. D. The total weight of feed consumed by an animal. ANSWER: B What is the significance of digestibility in relation to grass? A. It measures how pleasant the grass is to taste. B. It represents the amount of grass consumed by livestock. C. It defines the potential yield of grass per hectare. D. It indicates the proportion of food that can be assimilated and used by the body. ANSWER: D How does palatability impact livestock feeding behavior? A. It affects the quantity of plant material produced by grass. B. It influences how much feed an animal will consume. C. It determines the water intake of the livestock. D. It increases the dry matter digestibility of the feed. ANSWER: B What does dry matter intake (DMI) primarily measure in animals? A. The total weight of feed including water. B. The amount of feed consumed excluding water. C. The water content within the feed. D. The overall productivity of the grazing area. ANSWER: B Which part of the grass plant is primarily responsible for photosynthesis? A. Inflorescence B. Stem C. Roots D. Leaves ANSWER: D Which statement about permanent grassland is most accurate? A. It is typically used for temporary grazing only. B. It has lower productivity than rough mountain grazing. C. It can sustain livestock year-round with appropriate management. D. It produces grass with poor palatability for livestock. ANSWER: C In terms of livestock grazing management, which characteristic would require careful consideration when choosing between RyeGrass types? A. The historical use of each grass type in neighboring farms. B. The specific growth duration and seasonal adaptability. C. The availability of clover species in pasture mix. D. The moisture retention capacity of the soil. ANSWER: B Which statement best describes the relationship between livestock units and herbage availability? A. Herbage requirements increase proportionally with livestock units. B. Higher livestock units always result in fewer herbage needs. C. Livestock units are irrelevant to herbage calculations. D. The herbage required does not depend on livestock units. ANSWER: A What does Dry Matter (DM) signify in the context of grass and forage? A. The weight of the grass after removing its water content B. The overall biomass produced by grass over a year C. The total weight of the grass including its water content D. The nutrient content of grass before harvest ANSWER: A Which of the following best describes Dry Matter Digestibility (DMD) in relation to an animal\'s diet? A. It indicates the percentage of dry matter that can be consumed by livestock B. It assesses the proportion of dry matter that can be digested by an animal C. It measures the overall weight of feed an animal consumes D. It represents the dry matter content available before feeding ANSWER: B Why is palatability an important factor in evaluating grass for livestock? A. It determines the rate of photosynthesis in the grass B. It measures the overall productivity of the grass C. It influences the water absorption capacity of the grass D. It affects the livestock\'s willingness to consume the grass ANSWER: D How is productivity in grassland environments measured? A. By the quantity of herbage produced for grazing B. By the palatability ratings of various grass types C. By the longevity of the grass species D. By the availability of water for the plants ANSWER: A What does Dry Matter Intake (DMI) indicate regarding animal feeding behavior? A. It assesses the total weight of feed along with moisture consumed B. It measures the nutritional efficiency of a feed type C. It provides insights into the proportion of forage an animal prefers D. It quantifies the actual feed consumed excluding water content ANSWER: D