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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9 Social Homeostasis and Flexibility.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following terms describes an ant colony's maintenance by self-regulation?
(a) Homeostasis.
(b) Ergonomics.
(c) Dulosis.
(d) Lestobiosis.

2. What differentiates aldates from other ants in a colony?
(a) Reproductive organs.
(b) Coloration.
(c) Long antennae.
(d) Wings.

3. On what continent is there a species of ants that can explode their abdomens in a suicidal attempt to entrap their predators?
(a) Asia.
(b) North America.
(c) Antarctica.
(d) Africa.

4. For which of the following activities is communication most important within an ant colony?
(a) Entertainment.
(b) Protection.
(c) Transportation.
(d) Reproduction.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT a theory associated with sociobiology?

2. Which of the following groups of insects uses kin recognition similar to ants?

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

4. Which of the following is NOT a phase of colony defense?

5. Which of the following is NOT a reason Wilson gives as to how colonies manage their queen numbers?

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