Ants and Termites: Behavior and Roles

The video explores the social structures of ants and termites, highlighting their roles, communication methods, and life cycles. Ants are shown to have complex social systems with distinct roles for workers, soldiers, and the queen. Termites, often mistaken for ants, have unique societal structures with both a king and queen. The video emphasizes the importance of cooperation and communication in these insect societies.

What is the primary role of ants and termites in their colonies?

• To live independently

• To compete with each other

• To perform specific jobs for survival

• To migrate frequently

Which of the following is a unique feature of ants compared to other insects?

• Having a hard exoskeleton

• Being solitary

• Having four wings

• Having two stomachs

What is the primary function of the queen ant in a colony?

• To guard the nest

• To lay eggs

• To build tunnels

• To gather food

What is the process called when ants change from larvae to adults?

• Metamorphosis

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

• Evaporation

How do ants communicate danger to the colony?

• By making loud noises

• By emitting chemical signals

• By changing color

• By flying away

What is the role of soldier ants in the colony?

• To lay eggs

• To gather food

• To defend the nest

• To build tunnels

What is a key difference between termites and ants?

• Termites have a complete metamorphosis

• Termites have a king and queen

• Termites have hard exoskeletons

• Termites are solitary insects

What is the favorite food of termites?

• Honeydew

• Wood

• Insects

• Leaves

How do termites build their nests?

• Using only mud

• Using leaves and twigs

• Using chewed wood, saliva, mud, and soil

• Using only saliva

What is the purpose of the towering mud structures built by some termites?

• To store food

• To protect from predators

• To house their colonies

• To attract mates