How to Raise Ants - Exam
  • 1. What is the first thing you need to start an ant colony?
A) A large nest
B) A queen ant
C) A worker ant
D) Ant larvae
  • 2. What is the typical food source for a newly caught queen ant?
A) Sugar water
B) Insects
C) Her wing muscles
D) Ant jelly
  • 3. What type of enclosure is generally recommended for a starting ant colony?
A) Large ant farm
B) Wooden box
C) Test tube setup
D) Aquarium
  • 4. Why is it important to provide a water source for ants?
A) To build tunnels
B) To prevent dehydration
C) To regulate temperature
D) To clean their nest
  • 5. What is a good protein source for an established ant colony?
A) Insects
B) Seeds
C) Fruits
D) Honey
  • 6. What is a good carbohydrate source for an established ant colony?
A) Honey
B) Rocks
C) Insects
D) Sand
  • 7. How often should you feed an established ant colony?
A) Only when they ask
B) Every day
C) Once a month
D) 2-3 times per week
  • 8. What is the ideal temperature range for most ant species?
A) 110-120°F (43-49°C)
B) 70-80°F (21-27°C)
C) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
D) 30-40°F (-1-4°C)
  • 9. What is the purpose of hibernation (diapause) for ants?
A) To survive cold temperatures
B) To lay eggs
C) To hunt for food
D) To molt
  • 10. What temperature is suitable for ant hibernation?
A) 0-10°F (-18--12°C)
B) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
C) 70-80°F (21-27°C)
D) 40-50°F (4-10°C)
  • 11. What is a common nesting material for ants in captivity?
A) Metal
B) Glass
C) Soil
D) Plastic
  • 12. Why is ventilation important in an ant farm?
A) To prevent the ants from escaping
B) To make it easier to see the ants
C) To keep the ants warm
D) To prevent mold growth
  • 13. What is the role of worker ants in the colony?
A) Foraging and caring for the brood
B) Laying eggs
C) Mating with the queen
D) Defending the colony from themselves
  • 14. What is the role of the queen ant?
A) Laying eggs
B) Defending the colony
C) Foraging for food
D) Building the nest
  • 15. What is brood?
A) Ant larvae and pupae
B) The queen ant
C) The ant nest
D) Worker ants
  • 16. What does it mean if ants are constantly trying to escape?
A) They are simply exercising
B) Their environment is unsuitable
C) They are happy and exploring
D) They are looking for a new queen
  • 17. What is a common pest that can infest an ant colony?
A) Bees
B) Mites
C) Ladybugs
D) Butterflies
  • 18. How can you prevent mites from infesting your ant colony?
A) Introducing wild ants
B) Overfeeding the ants
C) Keeping the colony too humid
D) Regular cleaning and proper ventilation
  • 19. What is an outworld?
A) A foraging area outside the nest
B) A container for water
C) The queen's chamber
D) The hibernation area
  • 20. Why is it important to research your ant species?
A) Because all ants have the same needs
B) To make them do tricks
C) To show off to friends
D) To provide appropriate care
  • 21. What should you do if you find mold in your ant colony?
A) Introduce more ants
B) Spray it with insecticide
C) Ignore it
D) Clean the affected area thoroughly
  • 22. What is a nuptial flight?
A) When new queens and males leave the nest to mate.
B) When the ants move to a new nest.
C) When worker ants go foraging.
D) When ants are hibernating.
  • 23. How can you slow down the growth of an ant colony?
A) Reduce food and water supply
B) Provide more nesting space
C) Give them more protein
D) Increase the temperature
  • 24. What is a formicarium?
A) A type of ant food
B) A type of ant
C) A water source
D) An artificial ant nest
  • 25. How should you introduce new ants to an existing colony?
A) You generally shouldn't, it's very difficult
B) Slowly introduce them over several weeks
C) Just put them in the nest
D) Give them a shared food source first
  • 26. What is the pupal stage of an ant?
A) The egg stage
B) The stage before adulthood, similar to a chrysalis
C) The larval stage
D) The adult stage
  • 27. Why should you avoid using pesticides near your ant colony?
A) Pesticides attract ants
B) Pesticides are too expensive
C) They are harmful to ants
D) Pesticides make ants stronger
  • 28. What is a good way to identify an ant species?
A) Using a species identification guide
B) Making up a name
C) Asking your neighbor
D) Guessing based on color
  • 29. What type of substrate should be used for an ant species that likes to dig?
A) Clay
B) Pure sand
C) Gravel
D) Sandy soil
  • 30. How do you prevent escape when connecting a new nest to an existing one using tubing?
A) Leave a small gap for ventilation.
B) Connect them permanently with glue.
C) Use fluon or vaseline on the tubing.
D) Just tape it together.
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