1. Directions

You will read passages on the topic and then answer questions about them. You may find vocabulary at the end of the test. Read the questions carefully before choosing the correct answers.

2. Questions of the test

Question 1. What family are crickets a part of?
A) Orthoptera
B) Hemiptera
C) Lepidoptera
D) Diptera

Question 2. What is the process by which male crickets produce their chirping sound?
A) Stridulation
B) Grinding
C) Flapping
D) Whistling

Question 3. What do crickets eat?
A) Plants and fruits
B) Insects and worms
C) Organic materials and fungi
D) All of the above

Question 4. Why are crickets popular pets in some parts of the world?
A) Because they are considered good luck
B) Because they are easy to care for
C) Because they are cheap to buy
D) All of the above

Question 5. What is the sound of crickets often used to indicate in American comedy?
A) A punchline
B) A dramatic pause
C) A dead silence
D) A climactic moment