All About Insects

What are the three main body parts of an insect?

• Head, Thorax, Abdomen

• Thorax, Abdomen, Antennae

• Head, Thorax, Gills

• Head, Wings, Legs

How many legs do most insects have?

• 4

• 8

• 6

• 10

True or False: All insects can fly.

• True

• False

What is the purpose of an insect's antennae?

• To help insects fly

• The purpose of an insect's antennae is to sense the environment.

• To protect the eyes

• To store food

Which body part helps insects to see?

• Wings

• Compound eyes

• Legs

• Antennae

What do we call the outer covering of an insect's body?

• carapace

• shell

• exoskeleton

• cuticle

What is the function of an insect's wings?

• To help insects swim in water.

• To serve as a protective cover for their bodies.

• To assist in sensing their environment.

• The function of an insect's wings is to help it fly.

What body part do insects use to walk?

• tail

• legs

• antennae

• wings

How many body parts does an insect have?

• 3

• 5

• 2

• 4

What do insects use their legs for besides walking?

• Building, nesting, foraging

• Hiding, digging, singing

• Climbing, jumping, swimming, grasping, mating, communication.

• Eating, resting, flying