Question

In essay format/paragraph format, using as much entomological vocabulary as possible, please help me answer the following: Some friends learn that you are taking entomology. They claim they have a big bug crawling across their kitchen floor and ask you tell them what it is and why it’s a bug? Describe at least 5 characteristics that would distinguish the “bug” as an insect rather than a spider or a crab and be able to correctly classify insects, spiders, millipedes, scorpions and crabs within their Phylum.

Please do not reply unless the response covers all 5 characteristics! Thank you.