False Widow Spider Closes School

False Widow Spider Closes School

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Health Sciences, Biology

University

Hard

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The Dean Academy in the UK was closed due to an infestation of false widow spiders, causing concern among parents and students. The spiders, which are not naturally aggressive, have increased in the UK due to warmer temperatures. A local resident found a spider at home, adding to the worry. Experts advise that the risk is low, and the school plans to resume normal operations soon.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the Dean Academy closed?

Due to a power outage

Because of a false widow spider infestation

To conduct a fire drill

For routine maintenance

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is causing the increase in false widow spiders in the UK?

Decreased natural predators

Increased rainfall

More available food sources

Warmer temperatures

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long have false widow spiders been in the UK?

200 years

100 years

10 years

50 years

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do experts say about the danger of false widow spiders?

They are extremely dangerous to humans

They should be eradicated immediately

They are more dangerous than bees

They are not as dangerous as commonly believed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the school's plan after the spider incident?

To conduct a thorough investigation

To reopen with fewer spiders

To remain closed indefinitely

To relocate to a new building