Theory of Natural Selection

What is the definition of evolution?

• The process of change over time.

• When a species changes for its environment.

• The first step of Darwin's theory of natural selection.

• The ship Darwin traveled on for five years.

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Who is the father of evolution?

• Carl Linnaeus

• Albert Einstein

• Charles Darwin

• Nikola Tesla

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What is the first step in the theory of natural selection?

• Evolution

• Overproduction

• Variation

• Adaption

What does overproduction mean?

• When a species produces too many offspring.

• Inherited trait.

• When a species evolves.

• Survival of a species.

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What does variation mean?

• The process of change over time.

• The process of natural selection.

• Each individual having a unique combo of inherited traits.

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What step is competition in the process of natural selection?

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What group of islands helped Darwin develop his theory?

• British Isles

• Galapagos

• Bahamas

• Isles of Sicily

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What was the main animal Darwin studied in the Galapagos?

• Turtles

• Marine Iguanas

• Finches

• Tortises

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What ship did Darwin travel on for five years?

• H.M.S Beagle

• Mayflower

• Santa Maria

• Lusitania

What is natural selection?

• The process of evolution.

• Variation in a species.

• When a species dies off.

• Choosing what animals survive.

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