Silk Production Quiz

What is the primary reason why the domestic silk moth cannot fly?

• It has small wings

• It is too heavy

• They are born without the ability to fly

• Humans have bred them that way

What is the main purpose of breeding silk moths by humans for over 5,000 years?

• To create a unique species

• To study their evolution

• To increase their population

• To use their silk threads

What is the main component of silk that gives it its strength?

• Glue

• Saracen

• Protein

• Fibroin

How long can a single strand of silk produced by a silkworm be?

• 1 kilometer

• 100 feet

• 10 city blocks

• 1 mile

What happens to most silkworms in captivity after their cocoon is complete?

• They are harvested for silk

• They are released into the wild

• They are used for medical research

• They are kept as pets

What is the main reason why silk harvesters do not allow the moth to hatch from the cocoon?

• To prevent the moth from mating

• To preserve the cocoon

• To protect the silk thread

• To study the moth's life cycle

What is the primary use of silk fabric in modern medicine?

• To create fashionable clothing

• To insulate buildings

• To stitch wounds

• To make jewelry

What is the main challenge faced by flightless male silk moths once they emerge from the cocoon?

• Finding shelter

• Finding a mate

• Finding food

• Avoiding predators

What is the main benefit of silk fabric as a natural insulator?

• It allows airflow

• It is waterproof

• It is biodegradable

• It is fireproof