WorksheetsMonarch Observational Study
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 9mins
What is the main purpose of the Monarch Observational Study as described in the worksheet?
To conduct a true experiment by changing the environment
To observe Monarch larva and collect data without changing the environment
To release Monarch butterflies into the wild
To study the effects of chemicals on Monarch larva
Which of the following is NOT listed as a material needed for the Monarch Observational Study?
Monarch habitat (deli container with lid)
Milkweed leaves
Transparent grid (square centimeters)
Soil sample
You should estimate the area of the old leaf that has been eaten and record it in your data table using a ruler.
True
False
Which observation should you make about the Monarch larva during the study?
Record the number of leaves eaten
Measure the length of the larva in cm2 using the transparent grid
Measure the length of the larva in cm using a ruler
Measure the length of the larva in mm using a ruler
Measure the length of the larva in inches using a ruler
Which tool would help you estimate the area of leaf eaten by the Monarch larva?
Transparent grid (square centimeters)
frass
ruler
Magnifying glass
Reorder the following for part 1 of our daily data collection
Observe the caterpillar before opening the habitat
get new leaf, estimate area of the leaf, and write it on data table
remove old leaf with larva and place in a safe place
measure larva length and transfer to new leaf
count frass and record
Reorder the following for part 2 of our daily data collection
count frass and record
dump frass out in trash can
rinse out container and dry
place new leaf in container with larva
estimate the area of the leaf eaten by the larva
How do you tell the difference between the first and second instar larva?
