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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Concerning the difficulty of defining species, sub-species, and variations, what does Darwin suggest about differences?
(a) They are arbitrary.
(b) Will depend on the climate.
(c) Will depend on the species.
(d) There are no differences.

2. Which term refers to a type of variation that is NOT inherited and only affects individuals?
(a) Definite variation.
(b) Species variation.
(c) Indefinite variation.
(d) Organism variation.

3. What type of populations may be more likely to become extinct?
(a) Diverse populations.
(b) Small populations.
(c) Medium populations.
(d) Large populations.

4. Why do domestic ducks have lighter wings and heavier feet then wild ducks?
(a) This is a false statement.
(b) Different species.
(c) Domestic ducks walk more.
(d) Domestic ducks walk less.

5. What do naturalists call a situation where a child takes on characteristics NOT shared by the parents?
(a) Reverted.
(b) Adopted.
(c) Introverted.
(d) Extroverted.

Short Answer Questions

1. What would increase the likelihood of variations occurring in a given population?

2. In Chapter 8, according to Darwin's example, what domesticated variety is NOT able to reproduce?

3. Which species require more years for change?

4. What happens when two species from different climates interbreed?

5. What may stop a group of carnivorous wolves from growing?

(see the answer key)

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