Understanding Scorpion Characteristics and Behavior

Understanding Scorpion Characteristics and Behavior

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

FREE Resource

The video explores encounters with two types of scorpions: the bark scorpion and the Eurypelectes scorpion. The bark scorpion is larger and uses its pincers and venomous sting to subdue prey. The Eurypelectes scorpion, though smaller, has a more potent sting. The video documents the painful experiences of being stung by these scorpions, highlighting the differences in their venom potency and the physical reactions they cause.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What creature might you invent for a horror movie if you've never seen a scorpion?

A giant spider

A fire-breathing dragon

A scorpion

A venomous snake

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary method used by the bark scorpion to disable its prey?

Injecting venom with its stinger

Drowning its prey in water

Using its pincers to crush

Wrapping its prey in silk

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the sting of the bark scorpion initially feel?

It burns intensely

It feels like a tickle

It stings sharply

It feels cold

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is notable about the Europelek DS scorpion compared to the bark scorpion?

It has a more potent venom

It has bigger pincers

It is larger in size

It is less aggressive

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the presence of thin pincers and a thick tail in a scorpion indicate?

It uses venom to subdue prey

It is a non-venomous species

It relies on brute force

It is a fast runner

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between scorpions with big pincers and those with thin pincers?

Big pincers indicate a reliance on venom

Thin pincers indicate a non-venomous nature

Big pincers indicate a reliance on brute force

Thin pincers indicate a reliance on brute force

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction to the sting of the Europelek DS scorpion?

It was mild and barely noticeable

It was sharp and intensely painful

It was soothing and calming

It was similar to a mosquito bite

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