Texas Structural Pest Control – Termite Category
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1. The most common termite species in Texas is:
A. Drywood termite
B. Dampwood termite
C. Subterranean termite
D. Formosan ant
Subterranean termites are the primary structural pest problem in Texas due to
their soil contact and colony size.
2. Subterranean termites require which condition to survive?
A. High light exposure
B. Dry wood only
C. Moisture
D. Cold temperatures
They lose moisture easily and must maintain contact with soil or a moisture
source.
3. Mud tubes are constructed by subterranean termites primarily to:
A. Store food
B. Lay eggs
C. Maintain moisture and protection
D. Attract mates
Mud tubes protect termites from desiccation and predators while traveling.
4. Which caste is responsible for feeding the colony?
A. Soldiers
B. Reproductives
,C. Workers
D. Swarmers
Workers gather food, feed other castes, and maintain the colony.
5. The primary function of soldier termites is:
A. Egg production
B. Food digestion
C. Defense of the colony
D. Colony expansion
Soldiers protect against ants and other predators.
6. Termite swarmers are:
A. Immature workers
B. Winged reproductive termites
C. Soldier termites
D. Larval stages
Swarmers leave the colony to establish new colonies.
7. The best time to inspect for termite swarmers indoors is:
A. Midday in summer
B. Night in winter
C. Spring during warm, humid conditions
D. Fall evenings only
Most termite swarms occur in spring after rain and warm temperatures.
8. A distinguishing feature between termites and ants is:
A. Termites have elbowed antennae
B. Ants have straight antennae
C. Termites have straight antennae and broad waists
D. Ants have equal-length wings
, Termites have straight antennae and uniform wings; ants have elbowed
antennae and narrow waists.
9. Formosan termites are especially dangerous because they:
A. Only attack drywood
B. Prefer outdoor trees only
C. Form very large colonies
D. Do not require moisture
Formosan colonies can contain millions of termites and cause rapid damage.
10. The purpose of a soil termiticide treatment is to:
A. Repel swarmers only
B. Kill termites in the structure only
C. Create a treated zone between soil and structure
D. Treat only wood surfaces
Soil treatments form a chemical barrier or treatment zone.
11. A non-repellent termiticide works by:
A. Driving termites away
B. Killing on contact only
C. Allowing termites to transfer the toxicant within the colony
D. Evaporating quickly
Termites unknowingly contact and spread the product to nestmates.
12. Before drilling through a slab, a technician should first:
A. Apply pesticide immediately
B. Locate plumbing, electrical, and heating lines
C. Remove flooring only
D. Notify neighbors
Avoiding utility damage is a critical safety requirement.
Exam Review with Answers and Rationales |
100% Pass Guaranteed | Graded A+
1. The most common termite species in Texas is:
A. Drywood termite
B. Dampwood termite
C. Subterranean termite
D. Formosan ant
Subterranean termites are the primary structural pest problem in Texas due to
their soil contact and colony size.
2. Subterranean termites require which condition to survive?
A. High light exposure
B. Dry wood only
C. Moisture
D. Cold temperatures
They lose moisture easily and must maintain contact with soil or a moisture
source.
3. Mud tubes are constructed by subterranean termites primarily to:
A. Store food
B. Lay eggs
C. Maintain moisture and protection
D. Attract mates
Mud tubes protect termites from desiccation and predators while traveling.
4. Which caste is responsible for feeding the colony?
A. Soldiers
B. Reproductives
,C. Workers
D. Swarmers
Workers gather food, feed other castes, and maintain the colony.
5. The primary function of soldier termites is:
A. Egg production
B. Food digestion
C. Defense of the colony
D. Colony expansion
Soldiers protect against ants and other predators.
6. Termite swarmers are:
A. Immature workers
B. Winged reproductive termites
C. Soldier termites
D. Larval stages
Swarmers leave the colony to establish new colonies.
7. The best time to inspect for termite swarmers indoors is:
A. Midday in summer
B. Night in winter
C. Spring during warm, humid conditions
D. Fall evenings only
Most termite swarms occur in spring after rain and warm temperatures.
8. A distinguishing feature between termites and ants is:
A. Termites have elbowed antennae
B. Ants have straight antennae
C. Termites have straight antennae and broad waists
D. Ants have equal-length wings
, Termites have straight antennae and uniform wings; ants have elbowed
antennae and narrow waists.
9. Formosan termites are especially dangerous because they:
A. Only attack drywood
B. Prefer outdoor trees only
C. Form very large colonies
D. Do not require moisture
Formosan colonies can contain millions of termites and cause rapid damage.
10. The purpose of a soil termiticide treatment is to:
A. Repel swarmers only
B. Kill termites in the structure only
C. Create a treated zone between soil and structure
D. Treat only wood surfaces
Soil treatments form a chemical barrier or treatment zone.
11. A non-repellent termiticide works by:
A. Driving termites away
B. Killing on contact only
C. Allowing termites to transfer the toxicant within the colony
D. Evaporating quickly
Termites unknowingly contact and spread the product to nestmates.
12. Before drilling through a slab, a technician should first:
A. Apply pesticide immediately
B. Locate plumbing, electrical, and heating lines
C. Remove flooring only
D. Notify neighbors
Avoiding utility damage is a critical safety requirement.
