True/False
Indicate whether the
statement is true or false.
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(5 points) The scientific name for the Eastern Mole
is Scalopus aquaticus, which indicates that this mole is commonly found in semi-aquatic
habitats.
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2.
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(5 points) Moles lack external ears.
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Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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3.
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(5 points) Shrews of this Genus are unique among
mammals in producing a poison in their salivary glands.
a. | Sorex | b. | Blarina | c. | Cryptotis | d. | Scalopus |
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4.
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(5 points) Which shrew species weans their young 1
day after their eyes open?
a. | Northern Short-tailed Shrew | c. | Pygmy Shrew | b. | Least
Shrew | d. | Masked
Shrew |
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5.
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(5 points) Which shrew species is known to enter
beehives to feed on their brood?
a. | Northern Short-tailed Shrew | c. | Pygmy Shrew | b. | Least
Shrew | d. | Masked
Shrew |
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6.
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(5 points) Which shrew is the most commonly found
species in Ohio?
a. | Northern Short-tailed Shrew | c. | Least Shrew | b. | Masked
Shrew | d. | Pygmy
Shrew |
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(5 points) Which mole species discussed in class has
the greater dentition?
a. | Eastern Mole | b. | Star-nosed Mole |
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Multiple Response
Identify one
or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.
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8.
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(5 points) Which two shrew species are in the same
Genus?
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Completion
Complete each
statement.
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9.
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(5 points) A shrew skull can be quickly identified
as coming from a shrew and not a mole, bat or other small mammal due to their _______ teeth.
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10.
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(5 points) The species of mole that is most likely
the culprit of mole hills and tunnels in the yards of central Ohio residents is the ___________
Mole.
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