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Quiz on Human Evolution

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The organs that have the same basic structure but different functions are called:

Fossils

Biogenetic law

Homologous organ

Analogous organ

Answer explanation

Homologous organs share a similar structure but serve different functions in different species, indicating a common evolutionary origin. Examples include the forelimbs of humans and whales.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The study of human evolution indicates that all of us belong to the single species that evolved in ………..

West Asia

Central Asia

Africa

America

Answer explanation

The study of human evolution shows that all modern humans originated from Africa, making it the correct answer. This is supported by fossil evidence and genetic studies tracing our lineage back to this region.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The book 'Origin of Species' was written by:

Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck

John Burdon Sanderson Haldane

Charles Darwin

Carl Linnaeus

Answer explanation

The book 'Origin of Species' was written by Charles Darwin, who is known for his contributions to the theory of evolution. The other individuals listed made significant contributions to biology but did not write this particular book.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The most recently discovered link in human evolution is the discovery of fossils of :

Lucy

Homo naledi

Homo sapiens

Australopithecine

Answer explanation

The most recent discovery in human evolution is the fossils of Homo naledi, which were found in South Africa and date back to about 236,000 to 335,000 years ago, providing new insights into our evolutionary history.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which era did dinosaurs flourish?

Proterozoic era

Paleozoic era

Cenozoic era

Mesozoic era

Answer explanation

Dinosaurs flourished during the Mesozoic era, which is often called the 'Age of Dinosaurs.' This era is divided into three periods: Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous, where dinosaurs were the dominant terrestrial vertebrates.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is the idea that new species evolved due to their defined change?

Natural selection

Mutation

Recombination

Non-random mating

Answer explanation

Mutation refers to changes in the DNA sequence, which can lead to the development of new traits and ultimately new species. This process is a key mechanism of evolution, distinguishing it from other concepts like natural selection.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the process of creating a better adapted environment for organisms to survive and have more offspring?

Natural selection

Mutation

Recombination

Non-random matting

Answer explanation

Natural selection is the process where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring. This leads to the gradual evolution of species, making it the correct choice for the question.

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