Transcription and Translation Quiz

What is the process called when DNA is converted into messenger RNA?

• Mutation

• Transcription

• Replication

• Translation

What are the building blocks of proteins?

• Amino Acids

• Nucleotides

• Monosaccharides

• Lipids

What is the role of transfer RNA in translation?

• To carry amino acids to the ribosome

• To copy DNA into messenger RNA

• To unwind the DNA double helix

• To protect the DNA in the nucleus

Who developed the concept of the Central Dogma in biology?

• Charles Darwin

• Francis Crick

• Gregor Mendel

• James Watson

What is the first amino acid in a gene sequence usually?

• Leucine

• Valine

• Methionine

• Glycine

Where does transcription take place in eukaryotic cells?

• Cytoplasm

• Endoplasmic Reticulum

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

What is the role of RNA polymerase in transcription?

• To unwind the DNA double helix

• To copy DNA into messenger RNA

• To carry amino acids to the ribosome

• To protect the DNA in the nucleus

What is the function of the ribosome in translation?

• To protect the DNA in the nucleus

• To make proteins from messenger RNA

• To copy DNA into messenger RNA

• To carry amino acids to the ribosome

What is the purpose of the 5 prime cap and poly A tail added to messenger RNA?

• To unwind the DNA double helix

• To initiate transcription

• To carry amino acids to the ribosome

• To protect the messenger RNA from degradation

What is the role of introns in messenger RNA?

• To code for specific amino acids

• To protect the DNA in the nucleus

• To initiate translation

• To be removed during RNA processing