Humboldt Squid: The Red Devil

Humboldt Squid: The Red Devil

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

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The video explores the fascinating world of Humboldt squid, known as El Diablo Rojo or the Red Devil. These creatures can form large groups and are notable for their size, intelligence, and unique communication through skin flashes. They possess ten limbs with hooks and suction cups, and exhibit cannibalistic behavior. Despite their fearsome nature, their ink defense is often ineffective.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the common name for the Humboldt squid?

The Yellow Phantom

The Red Devil

The Green Monster

The Blue Giant

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do Humboldt squid communicate with each other?

Through sound waves

By flashing messages with their skin

Using electrical signals

By releasing ink

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable feature of the Humboldt squid's eyes?

They are invisible

They are the size of billiard balls

They glow in the dark

They are as small as a marble

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the limbs of the Humboldt squid have?

Feathers and scales

Claws and spikes

Fins and gills

Hooks and suction cups

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a defensive mechanism of the Humboldt squid?

Camouflage

Ink squirt

Loud roar

Electric shock