Evidence For Evolution Test! Trivia Quiz
- 1.
What can you conclude based on this drawing?
- A.
Fossils in layer Q are younger than layer H
- B.
Fossils in layer Q are older than layer H
- C.
Fossils in layer J are older than layer I
- D.
Fills in layer P are younger than layer K
Correct Answer
B. Fossils in layer Q are older than layer HExplanation
The fossils at the bottom will be older than the fossils at the topRate this question:
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- 2.
These limbs provide evidence of common ancestry because they
- A.
Have the same basic structure
- B.
Perform the same function
- C.
Are the same size
- D.
Are parts of mammals
Correct Answer
A. Have the same basic structureExplanation
The fact that these limbs have the same basic structure suggests a common ancestry because it indicates that they share a common evolutionary origin. This similarity in structure implies that they were inherited from a common ancestor and have been modified over time to suit the specific needs and functions of different organisms. The presence of this shared characteristic across different species supports the idea that they all descended from a common ancestor with similar limb structures.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The presence of wings in bats, birds, and insects is an example of a(n):
- A.
Homologous structure
- B.
Vestigial structure
- C.
Karyotype structure
- D.
Analogous structure
Correct Answer
D. Analogous structureExplanation
This is an analogous structure because they have different structures (different ancestors), but the same functionRate this question:
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- 4.
Why are these considered analogous structures, not homologous structures?
- A.
They have the same structure but a different purpose
- B.
Even though they have the same structure, they did not have a common ancestor with that structure
- C.
They have completely different structures and purposes
- D.
They have a common ancestor with the same trait
Correct Answer
B. Even though they have the same structure, they did not have a common ancestor with that structureExplanation
The correct answer is that even though the structures have the same form, they did not evolve from a common ancestor with that structure. This means that the similarity in structure is not due to shared ancestry, but rather due to convergent evolution, where different species independently evolve similar traits in response to similar environmental pressures. Therefore, these structures are considered analogous rather than homologous.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which layers of rock would have fossils that are older than the fossils in layer C?
- A.
Layer A
- B.
Layer F
- C.
Layer G
- D.
Layer E
Correct Answer(s)
B. Layer F
C. Layer GExplanation
Fossils found in layers of rock are typically older as we move deeper into the Earth's crust. In this case, since layer C is mentioned as a reference point, both layer F and layer G would have fossils that are older than those found in layer C. Therefore, layer F and layer G are the correct answers.Rate this question:
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