Purr-fect Cat Quiz for Kids: Fun Facts & Furry Friends

Discover pawsome cat facts! A playful quiz for kids 6+ to learn about kittens, cat sounds, and silly feline habits. Ready to meow your way to victory?

  1. What small animal is often a pet that purrs and chases toy mice?
    1. Cat
    2. Hamster
    3. Ferret
    4. Rabbit
  2. Which of the following is a sound cats make when happy?
    1. Bark
    2. Chirp
    3. Hiss
    4. Purr
  3. Why do cats knead with their paws on soft blankets?
    1. To communicate a request for food only
    2. To sharpen their claws for hunting
    3. To cool down by increasing airflow
    4. Instinctual comfort (marking/nursing behavior)
  4. When did people first start keeping cats as pets long ago?
    1. Around 500 years ago
    2. About 2,000 years ago
    3. About 9,000 years ago
    4. In the last 100 years
  5. What part of a cat helps it land on its feet after a fall?
    1. Tail
    2. Paws
    3. Vestibular system
    4. Whiskers
  6. Which food should cats mainly eat for good health?
    1. Plant-based kibble
    2. Animal-based meat
    3. Raw fruits and vegetables
    4. Dairy-heavy diet
  7. What famous cartoon cat loves lasagna and hates Mondays?
    1. Top Cat
    2. Heathcliff
    3. Garfield
    4. Tom (from Tom and Jerry)
  8. How do cats use their whiskers when they move in the dark?
    1. Rely on scent-marking to map space
    2. Emit echolocation sounds
    3. Illuminate surroundings with bioluminescence
    4. Detect nearby objects

Answers and explanations

  1. Question: What small animal is often a pet that purrs and chases toy mice?
    Answer: Cat
    Explanation: Cats are small domesticated mammals known for purring when content and playfully chasing toy mice; they have lived alongside humans for thousands of years and help control pests. An interesting fact: domestic cats descended from Near Eastern wildcats and were likely first domesticated for their rod‌
  2. Question: Which of the following is a sound cats make when happy?
    Answer: Purr
    Explanation: Purring is a low, continuous vibrating sound cats produce when content, relaxed, or sometimes to self-soothe; interestingly, cats can also purr when in pain or stressed, possibly to comfort themselves or promote healing.
  3. Question: Why do cats knead with their paws on soft blankets?
    Answer: Instinctual comfort (marking/nursing behavior)
    Explanation: Kneading is an instinctive behavior cats display from kittenhood when nursing — it stimulates milk flow and becomes a comfort action. Adult cats also use kneading to mark territory (scent glands in their paws) and to create a soft resting spot, so it's both soothing and social.
  4. Question: When did people first start keeping cats as pets long ago?
    Answer: About 9,000 years ago
    Explanation: Archaeological evidence from Cyprus and the Near East shows people began keeping domesticated cats roughly 9,000 years ago; a famous burial with a human and cat (~7500 BCE) suggests close human–cat relationships early on. Cats were valued for pest control and eventually became important in culture,宗
  5. Question: What part of a cat helps it land on its feet after a fall?
    Answer: Vestibular system
    Explanation: Cats have a highly developed vestibular system (inner ear balance organs) that detects orientation and triggers their righting reflex so they can twist midair and land feet-first. Interesting fact: kittens begin to show the righting reflex at about 3–4 weeks and master it by about 6–7 weeks, helping
  6. Question: Which food should cats mainly eat for good health?
    Answer: Animal-based meat
    Explanation: Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning their bodies require nutrients found primarily in animal tissues (like taurine and arachidonic acid). A meat-focused diet supports their digestive system, energy needs, and prevents nutrient deficiencies that can lead to heart or vision problems.
  7. Question: What famous cartoon cat loves lasagna and hates Mondays?
    Answer: Garfield
    Explanation: Garfield — the lazy, lasagna‑loving orange cat created by Jim Davis in 1978 — is famous for his sarcastic attitude and perpetual hatred of Mondays. The comic strip became a global franchise, spawning TV specials, movies, and merchandise that cemented Garfield as a pop‑culture icon.
  8. Question: How do cats use their whiskers when they move in the dark?
    Answer: Detect nearby objects
    Explanation: Cats use their whiskers as tactile sensors — sweeping and bristling to sense air currents, nearby surfaces, and the size of gaps. This helps them navigate in low light and avoid obstacles without relying solely on vision.