Theory of Evolution part 1

An explanation that has been tested many times and is supported by a large body of evidence is a

• hypothesis

• experiment

• theory

• conclusion

Where did Darwin perform most of his studies?

• The Caribbean Islands

• The Galapagos Islands

• The Sherando Lake

• off the coast of Australia

Which scientist developed the theory that "Acquired Traits are Inherited?"

• Gregor Mendel

• Charles Darwin

• Francesco Redi

• Jean Lamarck

What are characteristics of organisms that enhance their survival and reproduction?

• adaptations

• lichen

• biological diversity

• acquired traits

An organism blending in with its surroundings is demonstrating

• mimicry

• Lamarck's Theory

• drawing the short straw

• camouflage

Any evidence of life long ago

• Darwin's theory

• fossil

• Origin of Species

• adaptation

The selective breeding of organisms for specific desirable traits is

• natural selection

• unheard of

• comprehensive selection

• artificial selection

What is Evolution? (Mark all that apply)

• change over time

• how an organism changes over time

• the heritable change in characteristics within a population from one generation to the next

• A theory developed by Louis Pasteur

What is biological diversity?

• the variety of living things that inhabit our planet

• the diverse organisms from long ago that are not as diverse any more

• the idea that most organisms are becoming more and more alike

• the idea that all life arose from a common ancestor

The process in which individuals with certain traits leave more offspring than other individuals with other traits is

• artificial selection

• natural selection

• comprehensive selection

• acquired traits