ANSC 100 Final Exam Questions with Complete Solutions

What animal species was domesticated first? Correct Answer-the dog (14,000 BC) What livestock species was domesticated first? Correct Answer-the sheep (8,000 BC) What were characteristics that were common among the animals that were domesticated? Correct Answer--generally lived in comfortable in groups -had some dominance hierarchy in place -tolerated humans -adapted to a variety of enviroments -reproduced well in capacity What are some values of domestication? Correct Answer--increased access to a high quality protein source -benefit of animal milk and egg production -most domestic livestock were multipurpose supplying both food and work -domestic animals served as guardians and in rodent control -animals were a major source of transportation and power