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Cicada Emergence and Ecology

Cicada Emergence and Ecology

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video discusses the upcoming joint emergence of 13 and 17-year cicada broods, a rare event occurring every five to six years. Dr. Chris Simon explains the life cycles of cicadas, their synchronized emergence, and the ecological impact they have. The emergence is expected to last about four weeks, with cicadas appearing in various regions across the United States. While they can be loud, they pose minimal problems, except for potential damage to small trees. The video also highlights the positive ecological roles of cicadas and encourages public participation in research through apps like Cicada Safari.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the cicada emergence event discussed by Dr. Chris Simon?

It happens only in winter.

It involves a joint emergence of 13 and 17-year broods.

It is a global event.

It occurs every year.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do annual cicadas differ from periodical cicadas in terms of their life cycle?

Periodical cicadas have a one-year life cycle.

Annual cicadas have varying life cycle lengths.

Annual cicadas have a synchronized life cycle.

Periodical cicadas emerge every year.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected duration of the cicada emergence event?

Two weeks

Four weeks

Eight weeks

Six weeks

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does climate change affect the emergence of cicadas?

It has no effect on their emergence.

It causes them to emerge later.

It can cause them to emerge earlier.

It shortens their life cycle.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What precaution should be taken to protect small trees from cicadas?

Use insecticide.

Prune them regularly.

Cover them with netting.

Water them frequently.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which regions are the 13-year cicada broods expected to emerge?

Maryland to Illinois

California and Nevada

Florida and Louisiana

Texas and New Mexico

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main ecological benefits of cicadas?

They reduce air pollution.

They provide food for predators.

They clean water sources.

They pollinate flowers.

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