Life Cycles and Multi-Genre Texts

The video explores the life cycle of insects, focusing on Dahlia the Dragonfly. It covers the genres of narrative nonfiction and fantasy, introduces the author and illustrator, and follows Dahlia's journey from a nymph to an adult dragonfly. The video highlights Dahlia's survival tactics, transformation, and impressive flying abilities.

What is a multi-genre text?

• A text that is only non-fiction

• A text that is only fiction

• A text that has no genre

• A text that combines elements of different genres

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of narrative nonfiction?

• Organized around a central idea

• May include visuals like photographs

• Includes factual information

• Contains talking animals

Who are the author and illustrator of 'This is Your Life Cycle'?

• J.K. Rowling and Quentin Blake

• Heather Lynn Miller and Michael Chesworth

• Roald Dahl and Beatrix Potter

• Bill Martin and Patricia McKissick

What is the main focus of the show 'This is Your Life Cycle'?

• The life cycle of reptiles

• The life cycle of birds

• The life cycle of insects

• The life cycle of mammals

How did Dahlia survive her early life as a nymph?

• By flying away from predators

• By swimming to the ocean

• By climbing trees

• By hiding under rotting leaves and logs

What unique feature helps Dahlia move quickly in water?

• Her sharp teeth

• Her strong legs

• Her water jet system

• Her wings

What happens to Dahlia during the molting process?

• She loses her wings

• She grows new legs

• She changes color

• She sheds her exoskeleton

What is the purpose of Dahlia's four wings?

• To scare predators

• To fly in multiple directions

• To attract mates

• To swim faster

Why does Dahlia need advanced flying skills?

• To catch and eat other insects

• To migrate long distances

• To escape from humans

• To perform aerial tricks

What is the final stage of Dahlia's life cycle?

• Returning to the water

• Transforming into a butterfly

• Laying eggs and dying

• Becoming a nymph