Transcription and Translation

When RNA polymerase Unzips DNA and starts to copy a gene, what type of RNA does it create?

• messenger RNA (mRNA)
• transfer RNA (tRNA)
• deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)
• ribosomal RNA (rRNA)

What are the monomers of DNA?

• amino acids
• nucleotides
• carbohydrates
• lipids

What is unique about each gene in our DNA?

• Each gene is responsible for a unique trait.
• Each gene is found in a unique location in the genome.
• Each gene contains a unique sequence of amino acids.
• Each gene contains a unique sequence of nucleotides.

The Central dogma is the explanation of how _____ is converted into _____.

• RNA, proteins
• proteins, DNA
• DNA, RNA
• DNA, proteins

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

Which of the following steps in protein synthesis happens first?

• Translation
• Transcription
• Initiation
• Post-translational modification

Which of the following in protein synthesis happens last

• rRNA reads the codon of mRNA

• mRNA leaves the nucleus

• amino acids are bonded together using tRNA to make a protein

• mRNA is created from RNA polymerase

What is the job of rRNA?

• rRNA is responsible for storing genetic information
• rRNA helps in cell division
• rRNA is involved in energy production
• rRNA helps build proteins

Use the DNA sequence below to determine the proper RNA sequence. TTT-CGC-ATA

• AAA-GCG-UAU

• UUU-GCG-UAU
• TTT-GCG-ATA
• TTT-CGC-ATT

During transcription which of the following does NOT happen?

• Formation of mRNA
• Binding of RNA polymerase to DNA
• Separation of DNA strands
• Synthesis of a new DNA strand

Where does transcription occur in the cell?

• cytoplasm
• mitochondria
• cell membrane
• nucleus