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They are actually not worms at all, but the larval stage of the darkling beetle. These little guys are typically a golden-brown color and have a tough exoskeleton to protect themselves.  \nMealworms have an interesting life cycle that begins as an egg. From the egg, they hatch into larva (that's themealworm!), then they become a pupa, and finally, they  \ntransform into adult beetles. They eat a variety of things, such as grains, fruits, and vegetables, making them easy to find in places like your pantry.  \nDid you know that mealworms have a unique relationship with humans and other insects? Some people use mealworms as a sustainable food source for animals and even for themselves. In the wild, they help break down dead plants and animals, making them an important part of the ecosystem. Now you know a little more about these  \nfascinating creatures and the role they play in our world!  \nMeal Worms  \nName:  \n\n| Solve each problem.\u003Cbr>Use the article to answer the question.\u003Cbr>1) What are mealworms?\u003Cbr>A. A type of fruit B. Adult darkling beetles\u003Cbr>C. A type of worm D. Larval stage of the darkling beetle\u003Cbr>2) Where can mealworms be commonly found?\u003Cbr>A. In your refrigerator B. In your garage\u003Cbr>C. In your closet D. In your pantry\u003Cbr>3) What is the purpose of the mealworms exoskeleton?\u003Cbr>A. None of the above B. Protection\u003Cbr>C. Attracting mates D. Food storage\u003Cbr>4) What role do mealworms play in the ecosystem?\u003Cbr>A. Controlling pest populations B. Pollination\u003Cbr>C. None of the above D. Breaking down dead plants and\u003Cbr>animals\u003Cbr>5) Are mealworms used as a food source for humans?\u003Cbr>A. No B. Only in certain countries\u003Cbr>C. Yes D. Only in extreme situations\u003Cbr>6) What color are mealworms typically?\u003Cbr>A. Golden-brown B. Green C. Blue D. Red\u003Cbr>7) What is the first stage of a mealworms life cycle?\u003Cbr>A. Larva B. Adult beetle C. Pupa D. Egg\u003Cbr>8) What stage comes after the mealworm in the life cycle?\u003Cbr>A. Pupa B. Larva C. Egg D. Adult beetle\u003Cbr>9) What stage do mealworms transform into adult beetles?\u003Cbr>A. Egg B. Pupa C. Larva D. None of the\u003Cbr>above\u003Cbr>10) What do mealworms eat?\u003Cbr>A. Other insects B. Grains, fruits, and vegetables\u003Cbr>C. Wood D. Meat |  |  |  |  | Answers\u003Cbr>1.  \u003Cbr>2.  \u003Cbr>3.  \u003Cbr>4.  \u003Cbr>5.  \u003Cbr>6.  \u003Cbr>7.  \u003Cbr>8.  \u003Cbr>9.  \u003Cbr>10.   |  |  |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 1-10 | 90 | 80 | 70 | 60 | 50 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 0 |\n\nReading [www.CommonCoreSheets.com](www.CommonCoreSheets.com) Page 2 of 2  \nLet's learn about mealworms, which are fascinating little critters! They are actually not worms at all, but the larval stage of the darkling beetle. These little guys are typically a golden-brown color and have a tough exoskeleton to protect themselves.  \nMealworms have an interesting life cycle that begins as an egg. From the egg, they hatch into larva (that's themealworm!), then they become a pupa, and finally, they  \ntransform into adult beetles. They eat a variety of things, such as grains, fruits, and vegetables, making them easy to find in places like your pantry.  \nDid you know that mealworms have a unique relationship with humans and other insects? Some people use mealworms as a sustainable food source for animals and even for themselves. In the wild, they help break down dead plants and animals, making them an important part of the ecosystem. Now you know a little more about these  \nfascinating creatures and the role they play in our world!  \nMeal Worms  \nName: Answer Key  \n\n| Solve each problem.\u003Cbr>Use the article to answer the question.\u003Cbr>1) What are mealworms?\u003Cbr>A. A type of fruit B. Adult darkling beetles\u003Cbr>C. A type of worm D. Larval stage of the darkling beetle\u003Cbr>2) Where can mealworms be commonly found?\u003Cbr>A. In your refrigerator B. In your garage\u003Cbr>C. In your closet D. In your pantry\u003Cbr>3) What is the purpose of the mealworms exoskeleton?\u003Cbr>A. None of the above B. Protection\u003Cbr>","cbCaidpkscKMwBBs","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaidpkscKMwBBs","pdf",96968,"English","# Mealworms Facts\n## What mealworms are\n## Appearance and exoskeleton\n## Life cycle stages\n## Habitat and common locations\n## Diet\n## Relationship with humans and ecosystems\n## Review Questions","[{\"question\":\"What are mealworms according to the article?\",\"answer\":\"Mealworms are the larval stage of the darkling beetle, not true worms.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the life cycle of mealworms?\",\"answer\":\"It begins as an egg, hatches into a larva, becomes a pupa, and then transforms into adult beetles.\"},{\"question\":\"Where are mealworms commonly found and what do they eat?\",\"answer\":\"They are commonly found in places like your pantry, and they eat grains, fruits, and vegetables.\"}]","Meal Worms - Name - Solve Each Problem | PDF",1790778311,13]