Posttest

The modern classification system was originated by scientist Carolus Linnaeus. In this system, all living things are organized or layered by a 7 tier level. Which is the correct order going from the most general to the most specific?

• kingdom, division, class, order, family, genus, species

• kingdom, division, order, class, family, species, genus

• kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, species

• kingdom, phylum, class, family, order, genus, species

Who is the closest relative to the birds?

• crocodiles
• sharks
• fish
• amphibians

A dichotomous key for trees is provided. Hikers found a tree that has large brown cones and single sharp needles. What species of tree have the hikers found?

• Juniper
• Pine
• Spruce
• Fir

This domain contains organisms that have a true nucleus in each of their cells. This domain breaks down into four kingdoms.

• Animalia

• Archaea

• Bacteria

• Eukarya

Which one of the following is NOT a domain that living things are classified into?

• Prokarya

• Eukarya

• Bacteria

• Archaea

The energy that powers photosynthesis comes from

• water
• chemicals
• oxygen
• the sun

Which of the following is a basic structure of a vascular plant?

• Roots

• Stems

• Leaves

• None of the above

• All of the above

Which of the following is an example of a nonvascular plant?

• Oak Tree

• Apple Tree

• Moss

• Rose Bush

• Pine Tree

The reproductive organ of a flowering plant is the

• Pistil

• Stamen

• Flower

• Anther

During cellular respiration, what do animal cells use to produce energy from food?

• Sunlight

• Oxygen

• Water

• Protein