Understanding Mosquito Behavior and Control

Understanding Mosquito Behavior and Control

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason female mosquitoes are more attracted to humans than males?

They are more aggressive.

They can see better in the dark.

They have more olfactory receptors.

They are larger in size.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do mosquitoes primarily detect humans?

By sensing vibrations in the air.

By detecting body heat and carbon dioxide.

By hearing sounds made by humans.

By seeing bright colors.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are some people less likely to be bitten by mosquitoes?

They have a natural immunity.

Their sweat masks the compounds mosquitoes detect.

They are less active outdoors.

They emit less carbon dioxide.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a natural substance used to repel mosquitoes?

Lemon juice

Citronella oil

N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide (DEET)

Vinegar

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique feature do mosquito sperms have?

They can fly.

They have odorant receptors.

They are visible to the naked eye.

They can survive without water.