Imitating Nature

How does the author introduce the passage?

• by specifying how different animal abilities led to invention

• by providing examples of people observing nature

• by arguing that people have copied nature for a long time

• by starting with the most recent events

Using information from the passage to answer, what is the meaning of r biomimicry?

• When things from the natural world. Mimic humans.

• Biomimicry is a scientific practice in which scientists and engineers closely examine and imitate aspects of the natural world in order to solve human problems.

• The process of animals reproducing and having identical offspring.

• How scientists observe nature and animals.

What is the author’s main purpose for writing the passage?

• to show the readers what they could accomplish if they were more observant

• to argue that nature is an excellent source for solving problems

• to give credit to swiss engineers for their findings.

• to inform the audience about the concept and process of biomimicry by giving real examples

Reread the first sentence of paragraph 4. Why did the author include this sentence in the article?

• to indicate that paragraph 4 will differ from the previous paragraphs

• to give additional details about the previous paragraph

• to present an opposing viewpoint from the previous paragraphs

• to offer solutions to the problems in the previous paragraphs

Which of the following statements would the author most likely agree with?

• Technology will help humans control and surpass nature.

• Humans must work to preserve our natural resources.

• Imitating nature is the most efficient way to solve problems.

• There is much that humans can learn by observing nature.

What did George de Mestral invent after observing the burrs from his dogs fur?

• Tape

• Hooks

• Velcro

• Clasps

What kind of bird helped Nakatsu come up with the idea to make the trains quieter?

• Owl

• Raven

• Heron

• Kingfishers

What two things have scientists found they can create with gecko setae?

• Humans will be able to walk on water.

• Humans will be able to climb walls.

• Tape that can hold items together permanently.

• Adhesive that holds heavy objects but are easy to remove.

• Velcro that can fasten material together.

Who invented Velcro?

• Eiji Nakatsu

• Benjamin Franklin

• Tim Sweeny

• George dr Mestral

What is on the bottom of a geckos feet that helps them climb walls?

• setae

• double sided tape

• Velcro

• special adhesive