On the Origin of Species Quiz | Four Week Quiz B

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On the Origin of Species Quiz | Four Week Quiz B

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Geographical Distribution continued.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When is the only time a rational conclusion can be reached on a theory?
(a) After a committee discussion and agreement.
(b) You can never draw a conclusion in science.
(c) When both sides have been considered.
(d) When one side comes up with more proof.

2. What other actions do birds use their wings for?
(a) Mating.
(b) Cleaning.
(c) Swimming.
(d) Running.

3. What may stop a group of carnivorous wolves from growing?
(a) The group decreases in numbers.
(b) Climate change.
(c) Migration changes.
(d) The group becomes too large.

4. What type of selection primarily affects the reproductive characteristics of a species?
(a) Natural selection.
(b) Artificial selection.
(c) Environmental selection.
(d) Sexual selection.

5. What would increase the likelihood of variations occurring in a given population?
(a) Fewer members of the species to compete with.
(b) Domestication.
(c) Dramatic environmental changes.
(d) Increase in available food.

Short Answer Questions

1. What can be said about organisms belonging to the same species?

2. What insect does Darwin offer as an example of having a naturally selected trait that is NOT beneficial?

3. Where might a species who are adapted to warm climates migrate to as the climate becomes colder?

4. Why does the point of possible starvation for animals occur sooner than for humans?

5. What type of organisms will not fossilize?

(see the answer key)

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