Evolution Quiz

Which type of evolution is characterized by the steady change over a long period of time as seen in the fossil record of horse fossils?

• Convergent evolution

• Gradualism

• Co-evolution

• Punctuated equilibrium

What type of evolution is suggested by the Galápagos tortoises having different neck lengths to reach different food in their environment?

• Convergent evolution

• Divergent evolution

• Co-evolution

• Punctuated equilibrium

Which type of evolution is indicated by organisms with different ancestors becoming more alike as they adapt to similar environments?

• Convergent evolution

• Divergent evolution

• Co-evolution

• Punctuated equilibrium

The abrupt appearance of new species in the fossil records is an example of which type of evolution?

• Convergent evolution

• Divergent evolution

• Co-evolution

• Punctuated equilibrium

What type of evolution is demonstrated by the relationship between ants and peony plants, where ants are the correct size and weight to open the flowers for the peony plant, and in return, the peony plant provides food for the ants?

• Convergent evolution

• Divergent evolution

• Co-evolution

• Punctuated equilibrium

Finches on the Galápagos islands have different shaped beaks reflecting their distinct diets on the various islands. This is an example of which type of evolution?

• Convergent evolution

• Divergent evolution

• Co-evolution

• Punctuated equilibrium

Which three types of evolution above start with a common ancestor?

• Convergent, Divergent, and Co-evolution

• Divergent, Co-evolution, and Punctuated equilibrium

• Convergent, Co-evolution, and Punctuated equilibrium

• Divergent, Convergent, and Punctuated equilibrium

Which of the following pairs of animals are examples of convergent evolution?

• Bat and Butterfly

• Dolphin and Shark

• Crocodile and Platypus

• Wolf and Hyena