Arthropods Quiz

What is the primary function of an arthropod's exoskeleton?

• To protect their soft insides

• To assist in digestion

• To help them fly

• To attract mates

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of arthropods?

• Bilateral symmetry

• Segmented body

• Jointed legs

• Closed circulatory system

Which group of arthropods typically has three body parts and six legs?

• Arachnids

• Insects

• Crustaceans

• Myriapods

Arachnids are known for having how many legs?

• Ten

• Six

• Twelve

• Eight

Which arthropod group is primarily aquatic and has two pairs of antennae?

• Arachnids

• Myriapods

• Crustaceans

• Insects

What is unique about trilobites among the arthropod groups?

• They are extinct

• They are known for their ability to fly

• They are still commonly found today

• They have a thousand legs

Which arthropod is known for having legs that can reach over 12 feet long?

• Millipede

• Centipede

• Horseshoe crab

• Giant Japanese spider crab

What is the most common type of insect?

• Bees

• Ants

• Beetles

• Butterflies

How many legs does the millipede with the most legs ever recorded have?

• 1000

• 1200

• 750

• 500

What color is the blood of horseshoe crabs?

• Yellow

• Green

• Blue

• Red