Acid Spraying Vinegaroon!

Acid Spraying Vinegaroon!

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Interactive Video

Biology, Geography, Science, Health Sciences

6th - 9th Grade

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The video explores the Sonoran Desert, highlighting its diverse wildlife. The host encounters a western banded gecko and discusses the various creatures found in the desert, including spiders and scorpions. A significant portion of the video is dedicated to the whip scorpion, also known as the vinegaroon, detailing its characteristics, behavior, and safety tips for handling it. The video concludes with a reminder of the whip scorpion's role as a natural pest controller.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the narrator's favorite aspects of exploring the desert?

The predictable weather

The unpredictability of what you might find

The abundance of water sources

The variety of plant life

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which creature is described as having a very painful venomous bite?

Whip scorpion

Western banded gecko

Desert tortoise

Centipede

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is another name for the whip scorpion?

Desert hairy scorpion

Vinegaroon

Black widow

Western banded gecko

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary defense mechanism of the whip scorpion?

Venomous bite

Camouflage

Spraying acetic acid

Fast running speed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the whip scorpion primarily feed on?

Crickets and roaches

Cacti

Birds

Small mammals

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How should you react if a whip scorpion sprays you with acetic acid?

Ignore it, as it is harmless

Apply a bandage

Wash your eyes with water

Seek immediate medical attention

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the narrator's final message about the whip scorpion?

It is the most dangerous desert creature

It is a friendly and harmless pest controller

It is a rare and endangered species

It should be avoided at all costs