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    Which of the following is an insect?

    • Fin Whale
    • Green Darner Dragonfly
    • Otter
    • Salmon
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  • 2. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Ferret

    • Fin Whale

    • Harlequin Bug

    • Gibbon

    Correct Answer
    A. Harlequin Bug
    Explanation
    The Harlequin Bug is a correct answer because it is an insect. It belongs to the family Pentatomidae and is known for its colorful and distinctive markings. It is commonly found in North and South America and is considered a pest for various crops. The other options, such as Ferret, Fin Whale, and Gibbon, are not insects but rather mammals.

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  • 3. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Junco

    • Jackass Penguin

    • Gerbil

    • Grasshopper

    Correct Answer
    A. Grasshopper
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Grasshopper because it is the only option listed that is an insect. Insects are characterized by having six legs, three body segments, and usually two pairs of wings. Junco, Jackass Penguin, and Gerbil are not insects.

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  • 4. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Marbled Murrelet

    • Arctic Fox

    • Hyena

    • Jumping Bean Moth

    Correct Answer
    A. Jumping Bean Moth
    Explanation
    The Jumping Bean Moth is the correct answer because it is an insect. Insects are characterized by having six legs, three body segments, and typically two pairs of wings. The Marbled Murrelet is a seabird, the Arctic Fox is a mammal, and the Hyena is a carnivorous mammal. Therefore, the only option that fits the criteria of being an insect is the Jumping Bean Moth.

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Desert Tortoise

    • Leopard

    • Kakapo

    • Ladybug

    Correct Answer
    A. Ladybug
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Ladybug because ladybugs are insects. Insects are characterized by having six legs, three body segments, and usually two pairs of wings. Ladybugs have all of these characteristics, making them a clear example of an insect. Desert Tortoise, Leopard, and Kakapo are not insects as they do not have the specific characteristics of insects.

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  • 6. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Squirrel

    • Lightning Bug

    • Badger

    • Great Egret

    Correct Answer
    A. Lightning Bug
    Explanation
    A lightning bug is an insect because it belongs to the order Coleoptera, which includes beetles. Lightning bugs, also known as fireflies, have a distinct body structure with three main body parts (head, thorax, and abdomen) and six legs. They also have specialized light-producing organs on their abdomen, which they use to communicate and attract mates. In contrast, a squirrel, badger, and great egret are not insects. Squirrels are mammals, badgers are mammals, and great egrets are birds.

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  • 7. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Bowhead Whale

    • Salamander

    • Sheep

    • Luna Moth

    Correct Answer
    A. Luna Moth
    Explanation
    The Luna Moth is the correct answer because it is an insect. Insects are characterized by having six legs, a three-part body (head, thorax, and abdomen), and often wings. The Bowhead Whale, Salamander, and Sheep are not insects as they do not possess these characteristics.

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  • 8. 

    Which of these is a insect?

    • Komodo Dragon

    • Dragon Goby

    • Dragonfly

    • Buckbeak

    Correct Answer
    A. Dragonfly
    Explanation
    A dragonfly is the correct answer because it is an insect. Insects are characterized by having six legs, a body divided into three parts (head, thorax, and abdomen), and typically having wings. Dragonflies have all of these characteristics, making them a type of insect. The other options, Komodo Dragon, Dragon Goby, and Buckbeak, are not insects. Komodo Dragons are reptiles, Dragon Gobies are fish, and Buckbeak is a fictional creature from the Harry Potter series.

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  • 9. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Black Swan

    • Walkingstick

    • Agouti

    • Lanternfish

    Correct Answer
    A. Walkingstick
    Explanation
    A walkingstick is an insect because it belongs to the order Phasmatodea, commonly known as stick insects or walking sticks. These insects have long, slender bodies that resemble sticks or twigs, which helps them camouflage and blend in with their surroundings. Walkingsticks are herbivorous and primarily feed on leaves. They are found in various habitats worldwide and are known for their remarkable ability to mimic plants.

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  • 10. 

    Which of the following animals is an insect?

    • Musk Ox

    • Sunfish

    • Scarlet Macaw

    • Praying Mantis

    Correct Answer
    A. Praying Mantis
    Explanation
    The Praying Mantis is an insect because it has six legs, a three-part body structure (head, thorax, and abdomen), and two pairs of wings. It also undergoes metamorphosis, starting as an egg and going through several stages before becoming an adult. In contrast, the Musk Ox is a mammal, the Sunfish is a fish, and the Scarlet Macaw is a bird.

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  • 11. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Seal

    • Tarantula

    • Emu

    • Silkworm

    Correct Answer
    A. Silkworm
    Explanation
    The silkworm is the correct answer because it is an insect. Insects are characterized by having six legs, a three-part body (head, thorax, and abdomen), and often wings. Silkworms are the larval stage of the silk moth and are commonly used for silk production. They have six legs and a distinct body structure, making them an insect.

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  • 12. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Sloth

    • Kookaburra

    • Wasp

    • Polar Bear

    Correct Answer
    A. Wasp
    Explanation
    A wasp is an insect because it has six legs, three body parts (head, thorax, and abdomen), and two pairs of wings. Insects are characterized by these features, and the wasp fits all the criteria. Sloth, kookaburra, and polar bear are not insects as they do not possess these characteristics.

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  • 13. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Water Stride

    • Coyote

    • King Cobra

    • American Crow

    Correct Answer
    A. Water Stride
    Explanation
    A water stride is an insect because it belongs to the family Gerridae, commonly known as water striders. They are able to walk on water due to their long, slender legs and hydrophobic body surface. Water striders are characterized by their predatory behavior, feeding on small insects and other organisms that fall onto the water's surface. They are commonly found in freshwater habitats such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.

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  • 14. 

    Which of the following is a insect?

    • Peafowl

    • Common Rhea

    • Bat

    • Yellow Jacket

    Correct Answer
    A. Yellow Jacket
    Explanation
    A yellow jacket is an insect because it belongs to the order Hymenoptera, which includes bees, wasps, and ants. Yellow jackets are social wasps that are known for their yellow and black striped bodies. They are often found in North America and are known for their aggressive behavior and painful stings. Unlike the other options listed, such as the peafowl, common rhea, and bat, yellow jackets have six legs and undergo complete metamorphosis, which are characteristics of insects.

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  • 15. 

    Which of the following is a amphibian?

    • Newt

    • Muskrat

    • Red Panda

    • Sea Horse

    Correct Answer
    A. Newt
    Explanation
    A newt is an amphibian because it belongs to the class Amphibia. Amphibians are cold-blooded vertebrates that typically have moist skin and undergo metamorphosis from a water-dwelling larval stage to a terrestrial adult stage. Newts are small salamanders that live in or near water during their larval stage and then move to land as adults. They have a smooth, moist skin and are known for their ability to regenerate lost body parts. Therefore, out of the given options, Newt is the only one that fits the description of an amphibian.

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