GEORGIA STRUCTURAL PEST
CONTROL EXAM - COMPREHENSIVE
MASTERY
1. Which biological characteristic distinguishes the German cockroach (Blattella germanica)
from other common structural cockroaches?
A. It possesses two dark longitudinal stripes on the pronotum.
B. It is the only species that flies consistently indoors.
C. It requires significantly lower humidity levels than the American cockroach.
D. The female carries the ootheca until just before the eggs are ready to hatch.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: While A is a valid identification mark, D is the biological
characteristic that significantly impacts control strategies, as the female protects the
ootheca from environmental hazards and predation until hatching.
2. According to the Georgia Structural Pest Control Act, how long must a licensee maintain
records of pesticide applications?
A. 1 year
,B. 2 years
C. 5 years
D. Indefinitely
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Georgia regulations require that records of all pesticide
applications be maintained for a period of at least two years.
3. Which termite species is known for building ‘aerial colonies’ that do not require ground
contact if a sufficient moisture source is present?
A. Eastern Subterranean Termite
B. Dampwood Termite
C. Drywood Termite
D. Formosan Subterranean Termite
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Formosan termites (Coptotermes formosanus) can create carton
nests that retain moisture, allowing them to survive in structures without returning to the
soil.
4. In Integrated Pest Management (IPM), what is the primary purpose of using a ‘pheremone
trap’?
A. To eliminate an entire population of cockroaches through mass trapping.
, B. To monitor for the presence and population density of specific pests.
C. To act as a secondary barrier in a foundation treatment.
D. To sterilize the male population of Indian Meal Moths.
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Pheromone traps are primarily diagnostic tools used to monitor
pest activity and determine the timing or necessity of further treatments.
5. What is the toxicity category of a pesticide with the signal word ‘DANGER’ on its label?
A. Category III - Slightly Toxic
B. Category II - Moderately Toxic
C. Category I - Highly Toxic
D. Category IV - Practically Non-Toxic
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Signal words reflect acute toxicity: DANGER (Cat I), WARNING
(Cat II), CAUTION (Cat III).
6. Which of the following is an example of an Insect Growth Regulator (IGR)?
A. Cypermethrin
B. Methoprene
C. Hydramethylnon
CONTROL EXAM - COMPREHENSIVE
MASTERY
1. Which biological characteristic distinguishes the German cockroach (Blattella germanica)
from other common structural cockroaches?
A. It possesses two dark longitudinal stripes on the pronotum.
B. It is the only species that flies consistently indoors.
C. It requires significantly lower humidity levels than the American cockroach.
D. The female carries the ootheca until just before the eggs are ready to hatch.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: While A is a valid identification mark, D is the biological
characteristic that significantly impacts control strategies, as the female protects the
ootheca from environmental hazards and predation until hatching.
2. According to the Georgia Structural Pest Control Act, how long must a licensee maintain
records of pesticide applications?
A. 1 year
,B. 2 years
C. 5 years
D. Indefinitely
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Georgia regulations require that records of all pesticide
applications be maintained for a period of at least two years.
3. Which termite species is known for building ‘aerial colonies’ that do not require ground
contact if a sufficient moisture source is present?
A. Eastern Subterranean Termite
B. Dampwood Termite
C. Drywood Termite
D. Formosan Subterranean Termite
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Formosan termites (Coptotermes formosanus) can create carton
nests that retain moisture, allowing them to survive in structures without returning to the
soil.
4. In Integrated Pest Management (IPM), what is the primary purpose of using a ‘pheremone
trap’?
A. To eliminate an entire population of cockroaches through mass trapping.
, B. To monitor for the presence and population density of specific pests.
C. To act as a secondary barrier in a foundation treatment.
D. To sterilize the male population of Indian Meal Moths.
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Pheromone traps are primarily diagnostic tools used to monitor
pest activity and determine the timing or necessity of further treatments.
5. What is the toxicity category of a pesticide with the signal word ‘DANGER’ on its label?
A. Category III - Slightly Toxic
B. Category II - Moderately Toxic
C. Category I - Highly Toxic
D. Category IV - Practically Non-Toxic
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Signal words reflect acute toxicity: DANGER (Cat I), WARNING
(Cat II), CAUTION (Cat III).
6. Which of the following is an example of an Insect Growth Regulator (IGR)?
A. Cypermethrin
B. Methoprene
C. Hydramethylnon
