Dung Beetle Behavior and Adaptations

Dung Beetle Behavior and Adaptations

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

4th - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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The video tutorial explores the life of the adder, a flightless and dumpy creature, surrounded by large mammals. It faces challenges in moving its food to a safe place, using dung balls to navigate by the sun's position. Despite its clumsiness, the adder is clever and determined in its efforts.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary challenge faced by the dung beetle in its environment?

Competing with other beetles

Avoiding predators

Moving its food to a safe place

Finding food

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the dung beetle manage to transport its large dung ball?

By carrying it on its back

By rolling it with its nose

By dragging it with its mouth

By using its legs to push it

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural element does the dung beetle use to navigate?

The stars

The wind

The moon

The Sun

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What quality of the dung beetle is highlighted despite its clumsiness?

Its speed

Its strength

Its size

Its cleverness

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the dung beetle's journey demonstrate about its character?

Its laziness

Its persistence

Its aggression

Its fearfulness