Fates of Traits

Characteristics passed from parents to their offspring.

• behavior
• learned trait
• inherited trait
• function

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An acquired trait means _________.

• your sister gave it to you
• it is learned or happened after birth
• you are a squire for the king
• your parents gave it to you

Which is a characteristic of a dog that is most likely a result of its environment?

• its color

• its length of ears

• its food preference

• its ability to see in the dark

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Characteristics that are passed from parents to their offspring are called 

• behaviors
• learned traits
• inherited traits
• functions

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A behavior that is developed by observing others or by being taught is a

• learned behavior

• inherited trait

• adaptation

Look at the picture.
The ability to play basketball.

• inherited
• learned

earlobe attachment

• Inherited trait

• Acquired trait

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Which trait does a puppy inherit from its parents?

• fur color and pattern
• obedience to commands
• food brand preference
• affection for a specific home

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Which best explains why a child may look like his father, but is not able to play basketball as well as him?

• Physical characteristics are inherited, but the ability to shoot a basketball is not.
• The ability to shoot a basketball is inherited, but physical characteristics are not.
• The child chooses to look like his father, but he does not choose to play basketball.
• He hates playing basketball so he doesn't care if his dad can play.

Which characteristic did Raj most likely inherit from his parents?

• his ability to read fast

• his dimples on cheek

• his ability to speak English

• his need to count using his fingers