Year 7 It's a bugs life.pdf

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According to the passage, what has Buglife noticed about insect populations?

• An increase in pollinator numbers

• A significant decrease in insect numbers

• No change in insect populations

• An increase in elderflower berries

What percentage of insect decline was reported by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust over 50 years?

• 27%

• 37%

• 47%

• 57%

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an indicator of insect decline?

• Fewer elderflower berries

• Less swallow nests

• Increased butterfly populations

• Fewer house martin nests

What does Paul Hetherington suggest as a potential solution to help some insects?

• Planting more flowers

• Using pesticides

• Creating bug hotels

• Releasing more insects into the environment

According to the passage, what do solitary bees need in a bug hotel?

• A north-facing entrance

• A wobbly structure

• A south-facing entrance that doesn’t wobble

• A colourful and decorative design