Worms

What kind of worm is an earthworm?

• slimy

• segmented

• vertebrate

What is the most important job of the earthworm?

• food for people

• to fertilize and mix up soil

• as bait to catch fish

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What makes an animal a simple animal?

• many body parts

• few body parts

• no body parts

A worm has NO _____________, __________________, _ or ______________ (Please check 3)

• arms

• legs

• circular rings

• eyes

TRUE or FALSE While a worm can sense light, it has no eyes.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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Which is NOT true about earthworms’ role in the environment?

• They mix and loosen soil

• They break down decaying plant material

• They eat living plants.

• They release nutrients plants need to grow

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Which of the following correctly describes earthworms’ bodies and behavior?

• Earthworms have soft, flexible bodies.

• Earthworms have a dry, scaly outer layer.

• Earthworms have large chewing mouths.

We learned that earthworms do in fact eat. What are some examples of what they eat? (Pick two.)

• Dead leaves

• Alive plants

• Dead plant roots

• Rocks

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Compost helps plants grow healthy and

• tall

• strong

• green

• leafy

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Worms eat dead plants and

• drink pond water.

• small insects.

• then have a flower for dessert.

• turn them into plant food.

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