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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14: Recapitulation and Conclusion.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Darwin suggest about variations of species in terms of examining the fossil records?
(a) All species evolve.
(b) Evolution goes in stages.
(c) Variation is not consistent.
(d) Variation is consistent.

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

3. What typically happens when varieties are inter-breed?
(a) Offspring are stronger.
(b) Variations die out.
(c) Offspring are weaker.
(d) Variations increase.

4. How do biologists classify organisms?
(a) Groups of locations.
(b) Groups of functions.
(c) Groups of internal features.
(d) Groups of resemblance.

5. Organisms in which regions experience less competition?
(a) Deserts.
(b) Polar ice caps.
(c) Mountain ranges.
(d) Small islands.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the primary cause for the struggle for survival between species?

2. What type of species do many islands lack?

3. What does Darwin note about the amount of offspring produced?

4. What species of bee builds the most efficient hives?

5. Why are the same species of freshwater fish typically NOT found in different countries?

(see the answer key)

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