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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Are sexually reproducing organisms able to compete with asexually reproducing organisms?
(a) Yes, always.
(b) No, never.
(c) Occasionally.
(d) Only when they are genetically engineered.

2. What is the solution of the individually rational genes?
(a) Gender.
(b) Polygamy.
(c) Celibacy.
(d) Asexuality.

3. What accounts for far more deaths than other predators or environmental occurrences?
(a) Death and destruction.
(b) Killing ones own organisms.
(c) Parasites and diseases.
(d) Accidents.

4. Why is asexual reproduction a less risky option for an organism?
(a) All the clones will be healthy.
(b) It is not less risky.
(c) There is no seeking out mates or the risk of being rejected.
(d) There will be no one competing.

5. What can a psychiatrist expect to find in all people?
(a) Psychopathic behavior.
(b) Extreme emotions and rational behaviors.
(c) No similarities in emotions.
(d) Similar emotions and behaviors.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the Red Queen begin?

2. Who has solutions concerning genetics?

3. What is the lottery theory?

4. Why does this organism present a mystery to the question of reproduction?

5. What will happen to create more female babies in Chinese and Indian societies?

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