The Buzzing World of Bees
Bees are buzzing about, small but mighty! They have a unique body structure, with six legs, two pairs of wings, and antennae. But did you know? One-third of our food depends on bees! They help plants to produce fruits and veggies by pollination. Bees also have a special 'waggle dance' they use to tell their hive mates where to find good food sources. Isn't that cool? And here's a fun fact: Honey made by bees never spoils! It can last thousands of years. But remember, bees need our help. Many species are endangered due to habitat loss. Let's do our part to protect these amazing creatures and keep our planet buzzing!
Question 1
What is the purpose of a bee's 'waggle dance'?
To entertain other bees
To fight with other bees
To tell their hive mates where to find food
Explanation. Bees perform the 'waggle dance' to communicate the location of good food sources to their hive mates.
To scare away predators
To attract a mate
Question 2
What does 'pollination' mean in the context of bees' role in food production?
Building hives
Making honey
Helping plants produce fruits and veggies
Explanation. In the context of bees' role in food production, 'pollination' refers to the process in which bees help plants produce fruits and vegetables.
Protecting the garden from pests
Dancing
Question 3
Which statement about honey is true?
Honey is made by butterflies
Honey spoils after a few days
Honey is the main food source for bees
Honey can last thousands of years
Explanation. Honey made by bees never spoils. It can last thousands of years.
Honey is harmful to humans
Question 4
What is a threat to many bee species?
Overproduction of honey
Too much waggle dancing
Habitat loss
Explanation. Many bee species are endangered due to habitat loss.
Excessive pollination
Too much sunlight
Question 5
What is one characteristic of a bee's body structure?
Three legs
One pair of wings
No antennae
Four legs
Six legs
Explanation. Bees have a unique body structure, with six legs, two pairs of wings, and antennae.
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