CHARLES DARWIN QUIZ #2, NATURAL SELECTION

who is Charles darwin

• starbucks owner

• a bird

• a christian

• a naturalist

what gave Charles Darwin the idea of evolution?

• google

• wikipedia

• mans attempt to destroy mankind

• finches in the Galapagos island

According to Darwin’s theory of natural selection, individuals who survive are the ones best adapted for their environment. Their survival is due to the 

• possession of adaptations developed through use.

•  possession of inherited adaptations that maximize fitness.

• lack of competition within the species.

• choices made by plant and animal breeders.

What country was Darwin born in?

• Europe

• England

• Scotland

• Ireland

What year was Darwin born in?

• 1908

• 1808

• 1809

• 1909

What was Darwin's childhood like? Select all that apply

• Wealthy

• His dad was a Doctor

• His mother died when he was 8

• He lived with his Grandparents

Where did he go to school (as a kid)?

• Shrewsbury

• New Haven

• VVHS

• New World Charter School

What was Darwin's favorite subject in school?

• Medicine

• Biology

• History

• Chemistry

Why did Darwin join the voyage of the HMS Beagle?

• Because he was interested in trade routes.

• Because he needed the money.

• Because he wanted to expand on his research as a naturalist/ because a friend of his suggested he join the crew as a naturalist.

• Because he was developing new medicines.

Where did Darwin's voyage on the HMS Beagle take him? (choose all that apply)

• South America

• Australia

• New Zealand

• Galapagos Islands