8th Grade Evolution Quizzes, Questions & Answers

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Theory Of Evolution And Natural Selection

Theory of Evolution and Natural Selection

Explore the foundational concepts of evolution and natural selection in this engaging quiz. Test your understanding of Darwin's contributions, the impact of human activities on species extinction, and the principles of natural...

Questions: 7 | Attempts: 602 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2025

Sample Question
Charles Darwin is considered the father of genetics.

True

False

Evidence For Evolution! Trivia Facts Quiz

Evidence for Evolution! Trivia Facts Quiz

This quiz will test your understanding of the various lines of evidence used to support macroevolution.

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 1052 | Last updated: Jul 22, 2025

Sample Question
The following diagram can best be interpreted by which of the following statements

Creatures that share similar structures also share a close common ancestor.

Similar structures between species shows that each of these species also share similar functions of these same parts.

Similar bone structures between these creatures supports Darwin's idea that as species evolve from a common ancestor, modifications will develop.

Biology: Evolution Unit Review

This quiz will help you prepare for the unit test on evolution.

Questions: 12 | Attempts: 496 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2025

Sample Question
The flounder has developed a flat sandy-colored body that allows it to lie on the ocean floor where it cannot be seen by predators or prey. The flounder's phenotype is an example of _________________.

Genetic engineering

An adaptation

Succession

A clone

Evolution Interesting Quiz Questions! Trivia

Do you know how interesting evolution is? This quiz will tell you. For this quiz, you understand what the requirements for evolution are, what was the world like in the beginning, what does geographic isolation of the same...

Questions: 13 | Attempts: 852 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025

Sample Question
Which of these is NOT one of the three requirements for evolution to occur?

More organisms are born than can survive

All organisms are exactly the same as other organisms of their species

There is variation of inherited traits amongst organisms

Some organisms have a higher level of fitness than others in their environment

Introduction To Evolution And Natural Selection Quiz

Introduction to Evolution and Natural Selection Quiz

Test your understanding of key evolutionary concepts with our "Evolution and Natural Selection Quiz." This quiz is designed to challenge your knowledge of how species evolve and adapt over time through the process of...

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 679 | Last updated: Aug 5, 2025

Sample Question
What is the most highly-evolved species on the planet?

There isn't one. All species are evolving.

Evolution has not finished working. The most highly-evolved species is yet to come.

Homo sapiens or human beings

Orca whales

Chapter 6 : The Evolution Of Primates Quiz

Chapter 6 : The Evolution of Primates Quiz

Ready for a wild ride through the jungle of primate evolution? Introducing "The Evolution of Primates Quiz"! The Evolution of Primates Quiz is an engaging exploration into the evolutionary journey of our primate...

Questions: 45 | Attempts: 1511 | Last updated: Jan 22, 2025

Sample Question
Piltdown Man, a fraudulent fossil, was accepted as authentic mostly because:

It turns out to have looked like authentic fossils found later.

No one had the scientific knowledge at the time to expose it.

It fulfilled expectations of what the earliest human should look like.

It had such a human-like jaw and teeth.

Evolution And Diversity Questions! Trivia Quiz

Evolution and Diversity Questions! Trivia Quiz

Looking for a practice quiz on evolution? Here is one for you. Evolution explains the diversity of life on this planet, shows our connection to living things, and demonstrates the power of the process of nature. This quiz...

Questions: 20 | Attempts: 558 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025

Sample Question
Which of these is NOT true about all living organisms?

They are composed of one or more cells.

They contain DNA.

They must all have a brain.

They can extract energy from the environment.

Evolution Unit Post-assessment (Grade 7)

Evolution Unit Post-Assessment (Grade 7)

The 'Evolution Unit Post-Assessment' for Grade 7 tests understanding of evolution, including concepts like natural selection, mutations, and species variation. It assesses key skills in interpreting evolutionary processes and the...

Questions: 12 | Attempts: 188 | Last updated: Mar 17, 2025

Sample Question
Which statement best describes evolution (Standard 3.1a)?

Evolution is a predictable change from simple to complex organisms.

Evolution is a process of change through time.

Evolution often proceeds from complex to simpler organisms.

Evolution causes organisms to develop characteristics they need.

Evolution explains how monkeys transformed into humans.

Natural Selection & Acquired Characteristics

What is the difference between the Theory of Acquired Characteristics and the Theory of Natural Selection? Who developed these theories and what are they about? Test your knowledge and understanding of evolution with the...

Questions: 6 | Attempts: 333 | Last updated: Mar 18, 2025

Sample Question
Which theory involved the idea of 'survival of the fittest' | what does it mean? Select the most correct answer.

Theory of Natural Selection | two strong animals mate to make a super strong animal

Theory of Acquired Characteristics | the least desirable traits filter out of the gene pool over time

Theory of Natural Selection | the least desirable traits filter out of the gene pool over time

Theory of Natural Selection | weak animals look for other weak animals

Theory of Acquired Characteristics | if limbs fall off an animal during their lifetime, their offspring will be born with missing limbs

Evolution Unit Pre-assessment (Grade 7)

Evolution Unit Pre-Assessment (Grade 7)

This Grade 7 pre-assessment explores fundamental concepts of evolution, including genetic mutations, natural selection, and species variation. It assesses understanding of how evolutionary processes influence biological diversity...

Questions: 12 | Attempts: 676 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2025

Sample Question
Which statement best describes evolution (Standard 3.1a)?

Evolution is a predictable change from simple to complex organisms.

Evolution is a process of change through time.

Evolution often proceeds from complex to simpler organisms.

Evolution causes organisms to develop characteristics they need.

Evolution explains how monkeys transformed into humans.

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