150 HATCHING AND REARING 



THOUGHT QUESTIONS 



1. What is the primary object in the management of young chickens 



during the summer? 



2. What is the effect of a check or setback in the growth? 



3. What factor is essential to secure a good growth? 



4. What special factors should be considered in the care of chicks 



when they are first placed on range? 



5. How many chicks should be placed in a colony house? 



6. Why is free range best for growing poultry? 



7. What is succulent material? 



8. How can a continuous supply of green feed be obtained in small 



yards? 



9. Why is plenty of shade necessary to growing birds? 



10. What are some of the best kinds of plantings to make shade? 



11. How can shade be provided from an artificial source? 



12. What is the leading requirement in the summer houses for chicks? 



13. What other features should the summer colony house possess? 



14. Describe a desirable type of summer colony house. 



15. How many different rations do growing chicks require? 



16. Give a suitable dry mash ration for growing chicks on the range. 



17. Give a suitable grain ration for growing birds on the range. 



18. What natural enemies are responsible for much loss on the range? 



19. Is liberal feeding necessary with growing poultry? 



20. Why should the maturing pullets be placed in their houses early 



in the Fall? 



