Eating Insects Quiz

In Australia, South America, Africa, and Asia, people eat insects, and it’s no joke. Insects are not always a pest—they are lunch, dinner, or a delicious snack after school. What is the main idea of this excerpt?

• Insects are a problem in many countries.

• Some people eat insects as part of their diet.

• Insects are only eaten in South America.

• All people enjoy eating insects.

A pound of grasshoppers has less fat than a pound of beef, and insects have more calcium and iron. What is the main idea of this excerpt?

• Insects are an unhealthy food choice.

• Insects provide good nutritional benefits.

• People should stop eating beef.

• Grasshoppers are a good pet.

Which of the following is a supporting detail for the main idea "Eating insects is healthy"?

• Insects are found all over the world.

• Insects contain calcium and iron.

• Some people find insects disgusting.

• Grasshoppers live in tall grass.

More than half of the world's population eats insects daily. Scientists estimate that there are 200 million insects for every person on Earth. Which statement best supports this idea?

• Insects are rare in some countries.

• Insects are a part of many people’s diets.

• Some people keep insects as pets.

• Insects are only eaten in emergencies.

Eating insects is popular because they can sing beautiful songs at night. Why is this an incorrect detail?

• Insects do not make noise at night.

• People do not eat insects for their sounds.

• Some insects can talk.

• All insects are silent.

Which of the following does NOT support the idea that insects are nutritious?

• Insects are small creatures.

• Insects are high in protein and vitamins.

• Some insects taste like pineapple.

• Grasshoppers contain more calcium than beef.

Some people say eating insects is gross, but others argue that they are a great source of food. Why is this a good supporting detail?

• It provides different viewpoints on the topic.

• It explains why all people should eat insects.

• It does not relate to the main idea.

• It focuses only on negative opinions.

Insects should be the only food people eat. Is this a good supporting detail? Why or why not?

• No, because it is an exaggeration.

• Yes, because it supports the main idea.

• No, because people already eat only insects.

• Yes, because it is a fact.

All people love eating insects. How can this be improved?

• Change it to "Some people eat insects as part of their diet."

• Leave it the same because it is correct.

• Change it to "No one eats insects."

• Add more details about how people cook insects.

Which of the following is a stronger main idea?

• Insects are eaten by millions of people worldwide.

• Insects are really gross.

• Everyone should eat insects tomorrow.

• Only farmers eat insects.