Adaptations & Variations (STEMScopes)

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Kayla Pingsterhaus
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Take a closer look at the fascinating world of adaptations and variations with this engaging Quizizz assessment, crafted by Kayla Pingsterhaus for 7th-grade science students. This quiz, aligned with middle school science curriculum standards, features 10 multiple-choice questions of medium difficulty. It covers essential concepts such as the definition of adaptation, the natural selection process, selective breeding, and behavioral adaptations like hibernation and migration. Students will also explore structural adaptations in plants, such as the xylem, and understand how environmental pressures can lead to advantageous adaptations. This quiz is a perfect tool to reinforce key scientific principles in a fun and interactive way. Understanding adaptations and variations is crucial for 7th graders as it lays the groundwork for high school biology and a deeper comprehension of evolution and biodiversity. This quiz helps students differentiate between adaptations and variations in organisms, highlighting how structural, physiological, and behavioral adaptations aid survival. Through examples like camouflage and mimicry, students learn about the role of natural selection in developing adaptations over time and how genetic diversity impacts population survival during environmental changes. Age-appropriate examples, such as mountain lions and plant adaptations, make these concepts relatable and engaging, fostering critical thinking and connecting students to real-world environmental issues. Ready to make science learning an adventure? Quizizz transforms the way students engage with science, making it interactive and exciting. With adaptive learning features, students can test and reinforce their understanding of adaptations, receiving immediate feedback and tracking their progress across devices. Quizizz offers ready-to-use assessments that are not only educational but also fun, ensuring students are eager to learn and explore. Dive into the world of adaptations and variations with Quizizz and discover how learning science can be both effective and enjoyable. Join the Quizizz community today and empower your science learning journey!
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A genetic characteristic that allows an organism to survive and reproduce.
natural selection
adaptation
hibernation
selective breeding
hybridization
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS4-4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The process where organisms best fit for the environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.
natural selection
adaptation
hibernation
selective breeding
hybridization
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS4-4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The process by which humans take control of the breeding process to choose favorable traits to be passed on.
natural selection
adaptation
hibernation
selective breeding
hybridization
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS4-5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A characteristic of some animals to enter a state of deep sleep during the winter months.
natural selection
adaptation
hibernation
selective breeding
hybridization
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS4-4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The monarch butterfly's response to seasonal changes by traveling a far distance is known as-
xylem
migration
adaptation
natural selection
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The hibernation of bears during winter months is a-
structural adaptation
behavioral adaptation
natural selectiion
migration
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS1-4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In a population of desert plants, the timing of their blooming varies greatly. Some bloom early in the morning, others at mid-day, and others after dark. What environmental pressure might be an advantage for those plants that bloom after dark?
there is an increase in the population of nocturnal pollinators
there is a decrease in the strength of solar radiation
there is an increase in herbivores that forage at night
there is a decrease in water for root absorption
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS2-4
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