Trivia Quiz About Cats: Things You Think You Know but Don’t?
Cats have always stayed close to humans, soothing and comforting us.
While they hide their wild side to live with people, cats still have hidden abilities and habits that are remnants of their instincts—things humans often don’t know about.
In this article, we’ll share trivia about cats.
It’s also fun to try a quiz to celebrate Cat Day on February 22, which gets more popular every year.
Whether you’ve lived with cats for years and think you know it all, or you love cats but don’t know much about them, we hope you’ll enjoy these niche cat facts together!
[Think You Know It?] Trivia Quiz About Cats (1–10)
How many times more sensitive is a cat’s hearing compared to a human’s?
- 1.5 times
- three times
- 10 times
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three times
A cat’s hearing is said to be about three to four times better than a human’s. Among the five senses—sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch—the most advanced in cats is hearing; compared to humans and even dogs, they perceive surrounding sounds more sensitively and across a wider range.
What is the name of the sleek hairs that stick out at the tips of a cat’s ears?
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Lynx tip
The long hairs sticking out from the tips of a cat’s ears are called lynx tips. Because they are often seen in wildcats, these hairs—whose name evokes “wildcat ears”—are commonly found in long-haired cat breeds. They help with sensory perception, allowing cats to pick up subtler sounds.
Why don’t cats cover their waste after using the litter box?
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Evidence that (someone is) feeling secure in their current life
Cats originally hide their waste to protect themselves from enemies and to avoid leaving traces such as odors. While they retain the instinctive habit of covering their waste, not covering it means they feel safe, knowing there are no enemies around.
Which countries consider black cats to be symbols of good luck?
- United Kingdom
- America
- Japan
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United Kingdom
In the United Kingdom, black cats are considered symbols of good luck. In particular, a black cat coming to one’s home is seen as a great blessing, and sailors used to bring black cats aboard their ships to pray for safe voyages. This belief is longstanding, and a culture of cherishing black cats still remains today.
How similar is a cat’s brain structure to that of a human?
- About 50%
- About 70%
- About 90%
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About 90%
The structure of a cat’s brain is about 90% similar to that of humans. In particular, the brain regions that process emotions are known to be very similar to those in humans. This high degree of similarity suggests that cats possess the ability to have and express complex emotions.
Why do cats rub up against humans?
When a cat rubs up against a person, it’s doing so with a purpose. What are the main reasons cats show this behavior?
- to beg for food
- for marking
- Because I want you to clean my body.
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for marking
Cats rub themselves against humans and objects primarily to mark their territory. By doing this, they transfer their scent onto people and things to signal to other cats that the area or item belongs to them. However, it’s also often a form of affection, so when a cat does this to its owner, it’s a sign of love as well.
How old was the world’s longest-living cat, which is also recognized by Guinness World Records?
- 38 years old
- 20 years old
- 30 years old
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38 years old
According to Guinness World Records, the longest-lived cat in the world was named Creme Puff, and she lived for 38 years and 3 days. Creme Puff was the pet cat of Jake Perry, who lived in Austin, Texas, USA. Jake Perry was also known for having previously owned a cat that lived to 32, and he is recognized for raising exceptionally long-lived cats.