Evolution Quizzes & Trivia
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Sample QuestionA cross between two individuals results in a ration of 9 : 3 : 3 : 1 for four possible phenotypes of progeny. This is an example of a:
Try this quiz to check and see if you're comfortable with many of the ideas we've discussed throughout this unit on evolution and animals.
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Sample QuestionThis natural philosopher proposed that evolution resulted from the inheritance of acquired characteristics - for example, giraffe offspring acquired longer necks because their parents stretching to reach higher leaves.
A (little bit) tougher version of the evolution quiz, with more challenging multiple choice questions and a few open-ended short answer questions. Enjoy, and good luck.
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Sample QuestionThe distinction between homologous and analogous structures can be summarized as follows:
It's a quiz on evolution. You can take it whether you have a test to study for or whether you just feel like taking it. Find out how much you know!
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Sample QuestionName the order of the evolutionary eras from earliest to latest.
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Sample QuestionWhich of the following is a fossil?
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Evolution Questions & Answers
What is the difference between Darwin and Lamarck?
The two scientists that gave theories on evolution are Darwin and Lamarck. The following explains the difference in their theories: Lamarck's theory of evolution was simply about how organisms (Plants and Animals) experience alterations during their
What is this kind of evolution called?
Certain bees have evolved structures that help to pollinate flowers. The flowers have evolved structures that make it easier for certain species of bees...
The correct answer is option D
Coevolution is the kind of evolution described above.
Coevolution is a kind of evolution that describes the case where two or more species reciprocally affect each other’s evolution. Coevolution is common among sp
What do allele frequencies show when nonrandom mating occurs in a population?
Alleles are basically the individual forms of a gene from your mother and father. You have two strands of DNA. One from your mother and the other from your father. Both have corresponding genes at corresponding lengths along the strands. However, eac
Why do pea crabs live in mussels and oysters?
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Pea crabs are small pea-size crustaceans that hang on to the larger oysters and mussels as a form of stabilization selection. You see, alone they may not be able to survive. However, with a strong host, these lucky crabs have a chance of continuing t
The questions in this quiz are not of my creation. They are solely used as study material.
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Sample QuestionAccording to the text, cultural behaviors have:
This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of how populations evolve.
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Sample QuestionThe wing of a bat, the flipper of a whale, and the forelimb of a horse appear very different, yet detailed studies reveal the presence of the same basic bone pattern. These structures are examples of
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Sample QuestionOrigin of life as a result of chemical evolution has been properly explained by or the most logical biochemical theory of origin of life has been given by
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Sample QuestionWho was the scientist that put forward the idea that all animals were fixed creations arranged by complexity?
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Sample QuestionThe following is an example of
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Sample QuestionNatural Selection is the effect of the environment on reproductive success based on genetic varriation
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Sample QuestionWhy is it most common to find only the skull of an ancient hominid?
Evolution test.
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Sample QuestionA change in the gene pool from generation to generation is what?
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Sample QuestionThe ancient bipedal hominid called "Taung Child" is a member of which species?
Are you tired of wondering where you are in the grief process? Then you're ready to discover your readiness factor for life after loss! Finally, get a sense of how far along you are in your journey through grief and what you can...
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Sample QuestionWhat is life like for you on a day-to-day basis? Please read each answer carefully before choosing the one that is most true for you.
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Sample QuestionWhich of these is NOT one of the three requirements for evolution to occur?
All questions are from pearson online AP Biology Textbook
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Sample QuestionWhich of the following is an example of the pattern of evolution
This exam is to test your knowledge of geologic time.
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Sample Question__________ is the division of Earth’s history based on life forms which lived during that period.
How does the initial mass of a star determine its evolution?
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Answer these question by viewing the Stellar Evolution slide show.
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Sample QuestionSlide 2: How are stars like people?
Evolution can be described as the change in the frequency of alleles of a gene pool over time.
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Sample QuestionWhen Darwin published his theory of evolution, he included all of the following ideas EXCEPT
Evolution Unit Pre-Assessment (Grade 7)
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Sample QuestionWhich statement best describes evolution (Standard 3.1a)?
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Sample QuestionWho is the writer of of the essay on the principles of Population
Man must evolve, it is tantamount to survival. The evolution of man through time has led to the prominence of useful traits such as bipedalism, language and sexual dimorphism. Man must evolve, and should continue to do so.
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Sample QuestionThe contact between the thumb and the tip of the little finger of the same hand is the...
Biology quiz on Evolution; hope it's helpful. Let me know if you take it
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Sample QuestionWhich of these is NOT one of the three requirements for evolution to occur?
A quest about evolution
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Sample QuestionWhat species in the genus Homo had a larger brain case that ours?
