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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3: Struggle For Existence.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one reason that some species' traits are different from other species?
(a) Climate.
(b) Natural selection.
(c) Inheritance.
(d) Habitat.

2. Why does the point of possible starvation for animals occur sooner than for humans?
(a) Humans artificially produce food.
(b) Humans can last longer on less food.
(c) Humans have better hunting tools.
(d) Humans can rely on dietary supplements.

3. What is unique about white cats with blue eyes?
(a) They do not reproduce.
(b) They are blind.
(c) They are deaf.
(d) They are not seen in the wild.

4. Which term refers to a type of variation that is seen in most or all groups of organisms?
(a) Indefinite variation.
(b) Organism variation.
(c) Species variation.
(d) Definite variation.

5. What is required for a species to continue to grow?
(a) Land.
(b) Strong males.
(c) Food supply.
(d) Other species.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to a species if their traits and characteristics are not passed down to the next generation?

2. What do naturalists call a situation where a child takes on characteristics NOT shared by the parents?

3. Which term refers to a type of variation that is NOT inherited and only affects individuals?

4. What is likely to NOT affect variations that are consistent among individuals?

5. What does the process of species growth suggest about species that are transported into foreign regions?

(see the answer key)

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