There are many kinds of insects. They may all look
different, but they are alike. They are alike in three ways.
six legs
three main body sections (head, thorax, and abdomen)
hard skeleton
One way all insects are alike is that they have six
legs. Three legs on each side of the body. The legs are
attached to the thorax. The thorax is the middle part of an insect's
body. Many insects have wings that are attached to the thorax.
Behind the thorax is the abdomen. It is usually
the largest part of an insect.
In front of the thorax is the head. Eyes and a
mouth are located in the head. Antennae or feelers are also found on
the head. These are used to smell, feel, and taste things.
Insects have a skeleton too! Their skeleton is on
the outside of their bodies. It is called an exoskeleton. Your
skeleton is found inside your body, and it is made of bones. An
insect's skeleton is the hardest part of its body. It is made of a
material called chitin.
Directions: Answer the questions about insects.
How many legs do all insects have?
two
six
three
The legs are attached to what part of
an insect?
head
abdomen
thorax
The wings are attached to what part
of an insect?
head
abdomen
thorax
How many main body sections do all
insects have?
two
six
three
Antennae or feelers are found on what
part of an insect?
head
abdomen
thorax
Where is the thorax of an insect
located?
behind the head
behind the abdomen
Which of the three main body sections
is usually the largest?
head
abdomen
thorax
What kind of skeleton do insects
have?
soft
hard
Where are the skeletons of insects
located?
inside the body
outside the body
What is the skeleton of an insect
called?
endoskeleton
exoskeleton
What is an insect's skeleton made of?
chitin
bones
In how many ways are insects alike?
two
six
three
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