Are you ready to dive deep into the world of the largest mammals on earth? With this whale trivia quiz, you can do just that. Here we’ve put together multiple choice questions and answers related to whales that will help you learn more about them. Whether you’re a marine biologist or just fascinated by these majestic creatures, this quiz is sure to challenge and entertain. So, let’s dive into the ocean and see how much you know about these giants!

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How deep can a sperm whale dive?

2,000 meters

1,000 meters

3,000 meters

300 meters

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How long is a baby whale, also known as a calf, when it is born?

10 meters

15 meters

20 meters

5 meters

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How long do humpback whales migrate each year?

500 miles

3,000 miles

2,000 miles

1,000 miles

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What is the primary function of a whale's baleen plates?

To protect the whale's eyes

To regulate body temperature

To communicate with other whales

To catch prey

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What is the primary food source for baleen whales, such as the blue whale and humpback whale?

Seals

Fish

Plankton

Krill

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How do whales get their oxygen into their bodies?

Mouths

Blowhole

Vocal Cords

Nasal holes

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What whale doesn't have a sense of smell?

Blue Whale

Omura

Bowhead Whale

None of these

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What is the primary function of a whale's blowhole?

To expel water after diving

To release excess heat

To communicate with other whales

To inhale air

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How long do killer whales live for?

50 years

40 years

20 years

30 years

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What is the largest species of whale?

Orca

Humpback Whale

Blue Whale

Sperm Whale

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How many teeth do sperm whales have?

100

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How long is a humpback whale's tail, also known as a fluke?

5 meters

15 meters

20 meters

10 meters

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How long can a sperm whale hold its breath for?

45 minutes

20 minutes

1 hour

90 minutes

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What kind of food do humpback whales consume while they are migrating?

Nothing

Two Squids

Only squids

Only seaweed

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How long is the blue whale, the largest animal on earth?

24 meters

50 meters

100 meters

30 meters

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How do whales communicate with each other?

Through vocalizations and scent

Through touch

Through vocalizations and body language

Through body language and scent

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How long do baby whales nurse for?

6 months

1 year

3 months

9 months

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How fast can a killer whale swim?

25 mph

15 mph

35 mph

45 mph

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How long do baby whales, or calves, stay with their mothers?

3 years

2 years

1 year

4 years

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What is the average weight of a newborn humpback whale?

3 tons

2 tons

1 ton

4 tons

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How many distinct sounds does the humpback whale make in order to communicate?

120 sounds

110 sounds

150 sounds

More than 1000 distinct sounds

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How many teeth do baleen whales have?

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How long does it take for a baby whale to become fully grown?

10 years

15 years

20 years

5 years

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What is the maximum depth a sperm whale can dive to?

2,000 meters

4,000 meters

3,000 meters

1,000 meters

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The songs of whales are made by:

None of these

Vocal Cords

Blow through their nasal ducts

Fishes inside them

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What is the primary food source for toothed whales, such as the killer whale and sperm whale?

Plankton

Krill

Fish

Seals

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What is the average lifespan of a blue whale?

30-40 years

80-90 years

20-30 years

40-50 years

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