1. It is well known that a cheetah can run at a speed approaching 70 m.p.h. How many minutes can it maintain this speed?
5
2
less than 1

2. Cheetah have the following physical adaptations for high speed chases:
ability to hold its breath while running
flexible spine, enlarged organs, streamlined body, long legs and tail
sturdy lion-like legs with sharp claws for traction

3. What is the cheetahs favorite prey?
zebras
Thompson's gazelle
African ground hornbills

4. Why does the cheetah avoid larger prey like buffalo?
the risk of injury is much greater
it has a small delicate skull and jaw compared to the leopard and lion
both of the above

5. A cheetah is successful in hunting:
25% of the time
75% of the time
50% of the time

6. How do cheetahs live?
in prides similar to lions
females are mostly solitary, while males that are brothers live in small groups of 2 or 3
adult males and females live together for life

7. The main enemies of the cheetah are:
lions and hyenas
leopards and baboons
both of the above

8.What is the mortality rate for cheetah cubs during their first six weeks of life?
90%
60%
40%

9.Cheetahs need vast ranges. Why have their numbers declined so quickly?
from prey habitat destruction and over hunting of prey
because of the rapid spread of cattle ranching, farmland and illegal hunting
both of the above