Monarch Butterfly Quiz

What is the first stage of a monarch butterfly's life cycle?

• Chrysalis

• Larva

• Egg

• Pupa

How do migrating monarchs store fuel for their long journey?

• By carrying extra weight

• By storing nectar in their abdomen

• By gliding on air currents

• By feasting on milkweed plants

According to the text, how do researchers believe monarchs navigate during migration?

• By learning from their parents

• By using landmarks along the way

• By following the sun and earth's magnetic field

• By relying on human guidance

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Where do monarch butterflies roost during the winter?

• Pine and eucalyptus trees in California

• Oak trees in the southern U.S.

• Central Mexico mountains

• Mango trees in Florida

What is the main concern mentioned in the text regarding the survival of monarch butterflies?

• Climate change affecting their habitats

• Loss of milkweed plants

• Human interference and threats

• Predatory bird attacks

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Why do conservation groups in Mexico try to draw tourists to protected monarch areas?

• To increase awareness about other butterfly species

• To study the behaviors of migrating monarchs

• To generate revenue for local communities

• To scare away potential predators

What role do adult monarchs have in the spring migration north?

• They provide shelter for the younger monarchs

• They protect the milkweed plants from invaders

• They lay eggs on the milkweeds as they fly north

• They scout new routes for the migration

What is the purpose of creating gardens designed to attract monarchs and other butterflies?

• To discourage monarch populations from growing

• To provide a habitat for predatory insects

• To ensure a steady supply of caterpillars

• To make up for the loss of monarch habitats

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Which factor mentioned in the text ensures a garden attracts monarchs?

• Planting flowers with certain shapes, colors, and scents

• Installing artificial heading devices

• Using chemical repellents to keep away predators

• Creating loud noises to scare off unwanted insects

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What is a sure-fire way to attract monarchs to a garden as mentioned in the text?

• Providing a variety of butterfly traps

• Using artificial lights to guide them

• Planting milkweed plants

• Spraying insecticides regularly

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