Genetics Review

Matthew is a short, 10 year old boy. He has a scar on his leg. He is intelligent and an excellent drummer. Which trait did he MOST LIKELY inherit?

• his height

• his scar on his leg

• his intelligence

• his ability to play the drums

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Which characteristic would a child not inherit from their parents?

• freckles

• hair style

• eye color

• dimples

A litter of puppies have traits that are similar to the mother dog and the father dog. Why?

• The puppies are provided the same milk from their mother.

• The puppies inherit some traits from their mom and some from their dad.

• The puppies are kept at the same temperature when they are born.

• The puppies are taught by their parents to have the same traits.

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Which is the best example of an inherited trait?

• religious beliefs

• athletic ability

• memories

• nose shape

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Why do children resemble their parents?

• They eat the same foods.

• The have similar DNA.

• They speak the same language.

• They have the same interests.

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Which characteristics of a cat is most likely a result of its environment?

• its color

• its length

• its food preference

• its ability to see in the dark

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Which of the following is a learned or acquired trait?

• shape of earlobes

• musical ability

• shoe size

• eye color