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