Metamorphosis and Life Cycles Quiz

How does human development differ from metamorphosis in insects?

• Humans and insects both have the same developmental stages.

• Insects do not change at all during their life cycle.

• Humans have a predictable development without drastic changes.

• Humans undergo metamorphosis like insects.

What is the primary food source for the Zebra longwing caterpillar?

• Nectar from flowers

• Eggshells of other insects

• Stems and leaves of the passion vine

• Fruits of the passion vine

What happens to the caterpillar during the molting process?

• It becomes an adult butterfly instantly.

• It stops eating completely.

• It sheds its old skin and grows larger.

• It grows new wings immediately.

What is the resting stage of a butterfly called?

• Larva

• Nymph

• Chrysalis

• Egg

How does the adult Zebra butterfly feed?

• By chewing leaves

• By sipping nectar with a proboscis

• By eating other insects

• By absorbing nutrients through its skin

What characterizes complete metamorphosis?

• Two stages of development

• Four stages of development

• Three stages of development

• Five stages of development

Which stage is absent in incomplete metamorphosis?

• Adult

• Pupa

• Egg

• Nymph

What is the middle stage called in incomplete metamorphosis?

• Larva

• Nymph

• Chrysalis

• Pupa

How does the dragonfly nymph differ from the adult dragonfly?

• It is aquatic and looks different from the adult.

• It looks exactly like the adult.

• It lives on land like the adult.

• It has wings like the adult.

What is the main difference between complete and incomplete metamorphosis?

• Incomplete metamorphosis includes a chrysalis stage.

• Complete metamorphosis has a nymph stage.

• Complete metamorphosis includes a resting stage.

• Incomplete metamorphosis has a pupa stage.