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Ant Next to Spider

Insects have three body parts, six legs, antennae, and a hard shell on the outside. A spider has one body part and eight legs, so it is not an insect.

In the picture

  1. Head with antennae
  2. Middle section
  3. Rear section
  4. The spider’s single body

Examples

  • An ant carrying a crumb
  • A ladybug on a leaf

Quiz: Ant Next to Spider (Age 8)

  1. How many main body parts does an insect have?

    • Three
    • Two
    • One
  2. How many legs does an insect have?

    • Six
    • Eight
    • Four
  3. Why is a spider not an insect?

    • It has one body part and eight legs
    • It has three body parts and six legs
    • It has antennae and a hard shell

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Biology, Age 8