
Biology Regents Practice #8
Authored by Alexis Charles
Biology
9th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What unique behavior does the 'bone collector' caterpillar exhibit?
It collects insect remains from spider webs to use as camouflage.
It spins silk to create intricate webs.
It feeds exclusively on plant leaves.
It migrates across the Hawaiian Islands.
2.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Imagine you are a biologist studying the bone collector caterpillar on a new Hawaiian island. How could you apply your understanding of its camouflage strategy to predict which predator would pose the highest threat to this caterpillar, aside from spiders? Support your prediction with reasoning based on the caterpillar’s adaptations.
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3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where was the 'bone collector' caterpillar discovered?
Hawaiian island of Oahu
Amazon rainforest
Australian outback
Sahara desert
4.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Given what you know about energy flow and matter cycling in ecosystems, explain how the bone collector caterpillar’s carnivorous and cannibalistic behavior might impact the populations of other insects and spiders within its microhabitat.
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5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of the caterpillar's prey-based wardrobe?
To hide from spiders in their webs
To attract mates
To regulate body temperature
To store food for later consumption
6.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Analyze the relationship between the caterpillar and the spider whose web it occupies. Is this a mutualistic, parasitic, or commensal relationship? Justify your answer using specific evidence from the passage and relevant biological concepts.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the 'bone collector' caterpillar ensure its survival in spider webs?
By camouflaging with insect remains and spider skin
By spinning its own web
By living in large groups
By emitting a repellent odor
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