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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 18 The Harvesting Ants.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What month of the year is considered the "nuptial flight" month for ant species?
(a) January.
(b) April.
(c) July.
(d) October.

2. Which of the following is NOT a theory associated with sociobiology?
(a) Kin Selection.
(b) Colony Odor.
(c) Offspring Consent.
(d) Parental Manipulation.

3. When did Creighton create his useful review of "Ants North of Mexico"?
(a) 1960.
(b) 1970.
(c) 1980.
(d) 1950.

4. How are alien species treated when they enter the nest?
(a) They are welcomed.
(b) They are killed.
(c) They are forced out.
(d) They are ignored.

5. What gender of ants typically makes up an ant colony?
(a) Colonies are mostly male.
(b) Colonies are split between male and female ants.
(c) Colonies are mostly female.
(d) Colonies are mostly sexless.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the focus of the Ergonomic Stage of an ant colony?

2. How long do Idaho harvester ants typically live after they begin foraging?

3. Which of the following is NOT part of an ant's head?

4. Which of the following insects is most detrimental to ant populations?

5. What type of weather facilitates the introduction of parasitic queens?

(see the answer key)

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