Can We Eat All Insects? A Culinary Experiment

Can We Eat All Insects? A Culinary Experiment

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Biology, Science, Life Skills

9th - 10th Grade

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The video explores the concept of eating insects, discussing various types of edible insects, their nutritional benefits, and the potential for insects to become a common food source. It includes a practical demonstration of collecting insects in nature and insights from an entomologist on which species are safe to eat. The video also speculates on the future of insects as a food source in supermarkets.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial reaction to the idea of eating insects?

Curiosity and interest

Excitement and eagerness

Disgust and disbelief

Indifference

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following insects is mentioned as being found in rotten wood?

Earthworms

Ladybugs

Beetle larvae

Crickets

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the entomologist, how can you distinguish a crustacean from an insect?

By their size

By the number of legs

By their habitat

By their color

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the recommended procedure before consuming insects collected from the wild?

Cook them immediately

Put them in quarantine and feed them salad

Wash them thoroughly

Freeze them for a week

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a nutritional benefit of eating insects like crickets?

Rich in fruity proteins

High in carbohydrates

High cholesterol content

Low in vitamins

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What taste is associated with beetle larvae?

Vanilla

Hazelnut

Strawberry

Chocolate

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many edible insect species are mentioned in the video?

500

1400

2000

100