RIC-0399 Minibeasts
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B iology International - 2<br />
Read the excerpt 'An Introduction to Beetles' from the well-known Biology<br />
International Scientific Journal. Use the information to complete this<br />
comprehension activity. (Write full sentences where appropriate.)<br />
1. Underline the correct answer.<br />
a A beetle raises its front wings… i to frighten its enemies.<br />
ii to uncover its abdomen.<br />
iii when it wants to fly.<br />
b Palps are… i situated behind the beetles eyes.<br />
ii feelers used to handle and taste food.<br />
iii the same as antennae.<br />
c All insects have… i<br />
ii<br />
iii<br />
2. Beetles have four wings. True / False<br />
less than ten body parts.<br />
at least two body parts.<br />
three distinct body parts.<br />
3. A beetle breathes through holes in the sides of its thorax. True / False<br />
4. Why does a beetle's body have a hard covering?<br />
5. Where are the muscles that control wing movement situated?<br />
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6. How do some beetles protect themselves from attackers?<br />
7. Are all beetles helpful to man? Yes /No<br />
Why? / Why not?<br />
8. Most beetles have compound eyes which contain many lenses and enable them to see<br />
in all directions.<br />
Why would this be an advantage?<br />
9. Use your dictionary to find meanings for these and write them on the back of this page.<br />
pincers nuisance defence<br />
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