Classification and Taxonomy Quiz

What are the three domains of life?

• Eukarya, Archaea, Protista

• Plantae, Fungi, Animalia, Protista

• Bacteria, Archaea, Eukarya

• Bacteria, Protista, Animalia, Archaea

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Which domain includes extremophiles such as thermophiles and methanogens?

• Archaea

• Protista

• Bacteria

• Eukarya

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Which kingdom includes autotrophs and heterotrophs, and is extremely diverse?

• Protista

• Animalia

• Fungi

• Plantae

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What is the scientific name for the mountain lion?

• Felis catus

• Puma concolor

• Panthera leo

• Felis concolor

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What is the specific epithet in the scientific name Felis concolor?

• leo

• Puma

• concolor

• Felis

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Which kingdom includes organisms that are multicellular and have cell walls made of chitin?

• Fungi

• Plantae

• Protista

• Animalia

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What is the mnemonic for remembering the hierarchy system?

• Do Keep Ponds Clean Or Frogs Get Sick

• Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally

• Kingdom Phylum Class Order Family Genus Species

• Dear King Paramecium Cares Only For Green Spirulina

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What is the most inclusive level of classification?

• Species

• Genus

• Domain

• Phylum

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What is the main reason for using scientific names for organisms?

• They are easier to remember

• They are recognized regardless of location

• They are more descriptive

• They are more fun

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