- 1. What is the scientific name for herring?
A) Oncorhynchus kisutch
B) Engraulis encrasicolus
C) Sardina pilchardus
D) Clupea harengus
- 2. Herring are considered a _________ fish.
A) Forage
B) Predatory
C) Bottom-dwelling
D) Herbivorous
- 3. Herring belong to the order ________.
A) Clupeiformes
B) Perciformes
C) Salmoniformes
D) Scombriformes
- 4. What is the primary habitat of herring in the wild?
A) Freshwater lakes
B) Swamps
C) Coral reefs
D) Marine waters
- 5. Herring typically form large ________ during migration.
A) Schools
B) Herds
C) Colonies
D) Flocks
- 6. Herring have a ________ body shape which helps them swim in large groups.
A) Streamlined
B) Boxy
C) Bulbous
D) Squiggly
- 7. What is a common ingredient in herring marinades?
A) Honey
B) Vinegar
C) Soy sauce
D) Mayonnaise
- 8. Herring are known for their high content of ________.
A) Calcium
B) Vitamin C
C) Omega-3 fatty acids
D) Iron
- 9. What is a traditional drink served with herring in Scandinavian cuisine?
A) Aquavit
B) Sake
C) Tequila
D) Mulled wine
- 10. What family of fish does herring belong to?
A) Clupeidae
B) Scombridae
C) Salmonidae
D) Gadidae
- 11. Which ocean is known for its abundance of Pacific herring?
A) Pacific Ocean
B) Atlantic Ocean
C) Arctic Ocean
D) Indian Ocean
- 12. Herring are known for what distinctive behavior during reproduction?
A) Internal fertilization
B) Live-bearing
C) Mass spawning
D) Brood care
- 13. What is the herring's role in the marine ecosystem?
A) Scavenger
B) Filter feeder
C) Apex predator
D) Key prey species
- 14. What is the common coloration of herring?
A) Red
B) Blue
C) Yellow
D) Silver
- 15. Which country is known for its traditional pickled herring dish called 'Sill'?
A) Mexico
B) Sweden
C) Greece
D) Thailand
- 16. What is the method used for catching herring in commercial fisheries?
A) Purse seining
B) Trawling
C) Hook and line
D) Trap fishing
- 17. Herring are a significant component of cuisine in which region?
A) Middle East
B) South America
C) Australia
D) Scandinavia
- 18. What is the primary export market for Norwegian herring?
A) Italy
B) China
C) Japan
D) United States
- 19. What is the traditional accompaniment to pickled herring in the Netherlands?
A) Cucumbers
B) Onions
C) Tomatoes
D) Carrots
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