Question

truth or hogwash?
read each sentence below
and circle if it is the truth or
“hogwash” (false).

1. pigs eat and eat and really

“pig out.”
truth hogwash

1. pigs are not stupid. they

are as smart as dogs.
truth hogwash

1. pigs are dirty animals that

love to wallow in the mud.
truth hogwash

1. pigs have rings in their

noses to keep them from
smelling.
truth hogwash

1. pigs have small eyes and

poor eyesight.
truth hogwash

Explanation:

1. Pigs are omnivores with large appetites, so they do overeat.
2. Scientific studies show pigs have cognitive abilities comparable to dogs.
3. Pigs wallow in mud to cool down and protect skin; they are naturally clean when given space.
4. Nose rings prevent pigs from rooting (digging), not smelling.
5. Pigs have relatively small eyes and poor visual acuity, relying more on smell and sound.

Answer:

1. Truth
2. Truth
3. Hogwash
4. Hogwash
5. Truth