Giant venomous 'flying' spiders spreading across East Coast

Giant venomous 'flying' spiders spreading across East Coast

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The video discusses the invasion of Joro spiders, which are bright yellow and large, across the East Coast of the US. These spiders, although venomous, are not harmful to humans or pets. They have been spotted in Georgia and are spreading to New York, likely due to transportation methods like cars and trains. The video also touches on the cicada invasion in Tennessee, contrasting it with the Joro spiders' spread.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a distinctive feature of Joro spiders that makes them easy to spot?

They are bright yellow and giant.

They have eight legs.

They are completely black.

They are very small and hard to see.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are Joro spiders not considered a threat to humans?

They are not venomous.

They only live in remote areas.

Their venom is not harmful to humans or pets.

They are too small to bite.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have Joro spiders spread across the country?

They fly long distances.

They are carried by birds.

They hitch rides on transportation like cars and planes.

They swim across rivers.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of cicadas in Tennessee?

They caused significant disruption.

They were only present in small numbers.

They were not noticeable.

They were beneficial to the ecosystem.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is expected to happen to the Joro spiders once they reach New York?

They will become a major pest.

They will not stay long once they see the rent.

They will establish a permanent population.

They will quickly die off.