Theory of Evolution AKS 9 Remediation
Quiz by Jeannie Lanio
Grade 9-12
Science
Georgia Standards of Excellence
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- Q1Scientific theories can change when new information is presented. Lamarck first proposed the theory of evolution and suggested species could change in response to their environment. How did Darwin’s theory of evolution become more widely accepted in the scientific community?Darwin’s proposed a testable hypothesis while Lamarck did not.Darwin published his ideas while Lamarck did not.Darwin challenged previous scientific thought of his day to support his theory while Lamarck did not.Darwin made many diverse observations and had evidence to support his theory while Lamark did not.30s
- Q2Which of the following explains what environmental and physical characteristics of the finch's led Darwin to develop his theory?Darwin concluded that the beaks were different because the finches were not related species on the different islands.Darwin concluded that the beaks were different because they are acquired traits that developed based on the food source.Darwin concluded that the beaks were different because the food source allowed for survival of the trait that was best and passed on.Darwin concluded that the beaks were different because they are attracting various predators that will eat them for energy.30s
- Q3What are acquired traits?preserved remains of ancient organismsTraits gained by an individual during its life time passed from generation to generation NOT DETERMINED by genesany characteristic that increases an organism's chances of survivalTraits gained by an individual during its lifetime DETERMINED by genes20s
- Q4The Green Ash tree is an important species for many organisms in American forests. They provide food and shelter for birds, squirrels, raccoons, and even frogs. Recently an invasive beetle called the emerald ash borer has been found and is having a profound impact on these trees. Below is a graph of the tree population in Wisconsin before and after the beetle was discovered there in 2017. Which statement best describes how this beetle is affecting genetic diversity in the Green Ash Trees?The trend would slightly decrease biodiversity because there is one less species of tree.The trend would slightly increase biodiversity since more trees are growing.One less species of tree will not significantly affect a population.The trend would greatly increase biodiversity by allowing organisms to adapt and become new species60s
- Q5What are 2 ways that genetic variation can arise?From acquired traits that are determined by our genes and crossing over during gamete formation.From a random change in the DNA of a gene (mutation) and by the crossing over of genes in meiosis to produce sperm and egg cells (gametes).From mutations and crossing over of our gametes during mitosis.From mutations and through our body cells.20s
- Q6Sources of variations include _______ and ______?sexual reproduction, mutationsbiological evolution, geneticsbiological evolution, geneticsasexual reproduction, mutations20s
- Q7Species with ______variation are ______likely to survive.less,moremore,moremore, lessless,less20s
- Q8Bacteria can pass along their resistance as an inherited trait?falsetrue10s
- Q9Which source of genetic variation is NOT a result of sexual reproduction?Random fertilizationCrossing overIndependent assortment (due to random orientationGene mutation20s
- Q10A genetic mutation in a skin cell of a woman, caused by UV rays from the sun can be passed toall cells in her bodyher male and female childrenher skin cells onlyher male children only20s
- Q11Humans, birds, whales, and lizards all have similar arm bones. What is the reason for this?The function of these bones is the same in all animals.They live in similar environments.They have a common ancestor.All organisms resemble humans.20s
- Q12If somebody tells you that children of bodybuilders are born with more musculature, why are they wrong?characteristics acquired during an individual's lifetime aren't passed on.disuse of an organ eventually leads to its disappearance.they looked more muscular so they must be more muscular.only favorable adaptations have survival value.20s
- Q13Which statement correctly explains how resistance to the antibiotic penicillin appeared after a few years of its widespread use to fight bacterial infection?penicillin never really successfully wiped out populations of bacteria, scientist did not use proper controls in their studiesa few bacteria became resistant to penicillin, and through sexual reproduction , most bacteria acquired the resistancesome bacteria were resistant to penicillin and their population spread rapidly, without competition from bacteria that were killed by penicillinin order to survive exposure to penicillin, bacteria developed a resistance to the drug45s
- Q14Many crustaceans (for example, lobsters, shrimp, and crayfish) use their tails to swim, but crabs have reduced tails that curl under their shells and are not used in swimming. This is an example of _____.analogous structurecomparative embryologyvestigial structurehomologous structure30s
- Q15A population of moths known as peppered moths (Biston betularia) lives in a birch forest in England. There are 2 phenotypic variations for color in the population, as seen in the picture: dark gray and light gray moths. The birch trees on which they live have a light colored paper-like bark. The peppered moth is preyed upon by insect-eating birds that hunt by sight. Which of the following is MOST likely true?Because they are more visible against the pale bark of the birch trees and therefore more likely to be seen and attacked, dark gray moths have evolved a bitter taste.The dark gray moths will only be active at night, and the light gray moths will only be active during the day.There will be relatively few dark gray moths because they cannot hide on the bark and are eaten by the birds so the light gray moths survive and reproduce.There will be equal numbers of dark gray and light gray moths in the population because neither phenotype confers a survival advantage.60s
