Genetics 1

In plants, which of these is NOT an inherited trait from parent to offspring?

• seed germination

• leaf shape

• plant height

• flower color

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A baby horse will inherit all of these traits from its parents EXCEPT

• height

• weight

• coat color

• preferred food

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Which action does a kitten learn from its mother?

• how to grow

• how to meow

• how to hunt mice

• how to nurse milk

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Which has the greatest effect on the color of a young eagle’s eyes?

• parents

• nest

• diet

• behavior

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Mark has long legs, can run fast, can react quickly, and can throw a ball a long distance. Which characteristic is most likely inherited?

• height

• running speed

• quick reaction time

• ability to throw the ball long distances

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Mark is tall and a good basketball player. He has a good attitude, practices basketball all year, and listens to his coaches. Which characteristic has he most likely inherited?

• his height

• his attitude

• his willingness to listen

• his willingness to practice

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The chart above shows physical traits of a family. Which best explains this data?

• Mason inherited characteristics from his father only.

• Maddie inherited characteristics from her mother only.

• Maddie inherited her characteristics from her father and her mother.

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Which trait does a puppy inherit from its parents?

• fur color and pattern

• obedience to commands

• food brand preferences

• affection for a specific home

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A mother dog has a litter of puppies. Which is most likely true about the father dog?

• The father dog is darker in color than the mother dog.

• The father dog is lighter in color than the mother dog.

• The father dog has big spots.

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Emily has brown hair. Which is most likely a true statement about Emily?

• Emily’s favorite color is brown.

• Emily has a parent with brown hair.

• Emily’s older brother has brown hair.

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