Test Your Wasp Knowledge
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What is the main reason wasps sting humans?

  • To pollinate plants
  • For no reason at all
  • To feed on nectar
  • To protect their hives (correct)
  • What percentage of people have adverse reactions to wasp stings?

  • 20%
  • 15%
  • 10% (correct)
  • 5%
  • What is the role of wasps in the natural world?

  • To harm humans
  • To spread disease
  • To pollinate plants
  • To control other insect populations (correct)
  • What is the primary reason wasps sting humans?

    <p>To protect their hive from harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some common reactions to a wasp sting?

    <p>Mild pain and itching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of wasps in controlling pests?

    <p>They act as a natural pesticide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lucy's little brother Mike is always running through the house and is too ___.

    <p>energetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Tommy, Sam's little brother, isn't very outgoing, he's very ___.

    <p>quiet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lucy doesn't like video games, but both Tommy and Mike are ___ about them.

    <p>enthusiastic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approaching a wild snake, especially if you don't clearly recognise the species, is not _______

    <p>recommended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Less than a tenth of snake species are estimated to be actually ________ to humans

    <p>dangerous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Most snake species would rather _______ than envenom when attacking humans

    <p>warn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Wasp Stings and Reactions

    • The primary reason wasps sting humans is for defense purposes.
    • Around 5% of people have adverse reactions to wasp stings.
    • Common reactions to a wasp sting include swelling, redness, and pain.

    Role of Wasps in the Natural World

    • Wasps play a crucial role in controlling pests, as they feed on insects and other small animals.
    • They are beneficial to the environment, helping to maintain ecological balance.

    Other Information

    • Lucy's little brother Mike is impulsive, always running through the house.
    • Tommy, Sam's little brother, is introverted, not very outgoing.
    • Lucy doesn't like video games, but both Tommy and Mike are enthusiastic about them.
    • It's not recommended to approach a wild snake, especially if you don't clearly recognize the species.
    • Less than 10% of snake species are estimated to be actually venomous to humans.
    • Most snake species would rather flee than envenom when attacking humans.

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    "Are You Prepared to Face the Sting of a Wasp? Test Your Knowledge Now!" This quiz will test your understanding of wasps, their behavior, and what to do if you encounter them. Learn how to stay calm and avoid getting stung, as well as how to treat a sting if it does occur. Don't let fear control you - take this quiz and become a wasp expert today!

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