Inherited & Acquired Traits Quiz

An inherited trait is a trait that...

• an organism is born with

• an organism learns

• an organism does

• an organism can control

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A segment of DNA that has the code for a specific trait is called a...

• section

• gene

• DNA

• jean

The location where genetic information is in the nucleus...

• chromosome

• gene

• nucleus

• DNA

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Which of of these are examples of inherited traits?

(select all that apply)

• hair texture

• hair color

• scar

• dimples

• tongue rolling

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A polar bear having large paws is an example of...

• an inherited trait

• an acquired trait

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An acquired trait is one that...

• organisms get from their parents

• organisms are born with

• organisms learn to do or it happens to them

Which of these are examples of acquired traits?

(select all that apply)

• pierced ears

• learning to swim

• scars

• eye color

• learning to read

A dog learning to play fetch is an example of...

• an acquired trait

• an inherited trait

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What is one similarity between inherited and acquired traits?

Why do identical twins look the same, but act differently?

They have the SAME ___________ traits.

• inherited

• acquired

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