Introduction to Entomology
A Grade 6 science worksheet introducing students to the basic concepts of entomology, insect anatomy, and classification.
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Introduction to Entomology
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. Some questions may require you to refer to the provided diagram.
The diagram below shows the basic body plan of an insect. Use it to answer the following questions.
1. Which of the following is NOT one of the three main body parts of an insect?
Head
Thorax
Abdomen
Exoskeleton
2. How many pairs of legs do insects typically have?
One pair
Two pairs
Three pairs
Four pairs
3. The study of insects is called .
4. Insects have a hard outer covering called an .
5. Most insects have two antennae on their which they use for sensing.
6. All insects have wings.
True
False
7. Spiders are insects.
True
False
8. Describe one important role that insects play in the ecosystem.
9. Name two distinguishing characteristics that help you identify an animal as an insect.
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
10. The process by which some insects change completely from a young form to an adult form is called .
11. Bees are important for , which helps plants reproduce.