2.6 Adaptations and Evolution

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Tabitha Robertson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 10 pts
Which of the following is NOT a factor in natural selection?
Variation
Overproduction of offspring
Random mutations
Inheritance of acquired traits
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 10 pts
In the case study of the peppered moth, what was a key factor for the moths' fast response to environmental changes?
Lack of predators
Variation within the population
Constant environment
Absence of competition
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 10 pts
How did modern history change our understanding of evolution?
By proving that evolution is a myth
Through the use of molecular tools like DNA sequencing
By showing that species do not change over time
By eliminating the concept of natural selection
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4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 10 pts
What is the correct sequence of evolution of life on Earth according to the document?
Mammals → Reptiles → Amphibians → Fish
Fish → Amphibians → Reptiles → Mammals
Reptiles → Fish → Mammals → Amphibians
Amphibians → Fish → Mammals → Reptiles
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5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 10 pts
Which creature survived the asteroid impact and is considered the ancestor of all mammals today?
Dinosaur
Reptile
Shrew-like creature
Bird
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6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 10 pts
What is genetic drift?
A) Changes in populations due to natural selection
B) Changes in populations due to chance and random events
C) Changes in populations due to mutation
D) Changes in populations due to migration
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7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 10 pts
What is the Bottleneck Effect?
Population expands significantly
Population contracts significantly into a smaller size by a sudden event
Population remains stable
Population splits into two equal groups
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NGSS.MS-LS2-4
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