Biology Classification Quiz

What is an important part of biology?

• Classification

• Ecology

• Genetics

• Evolution

What is the meaning of the word 'dichotomous'?

• Changing

• Dividing

• Combining

• Growing

What is the purpose of a dichotomous key?

• To confuse students

• To identify organisms

• To create confusion

• To study chemistry

What does the term 'herbivore' refer to?

• Insect-eating organism

• Omnivorous organism

• Plant-eating organism

• Meat-eating organism

What is the common feature of koala, tiger, dog, and alpaca?

• Shell

• Scales

• Fur

• Feathers

Which of the following animals is indigenous to Australia?

• Alpaca

• Koala

• Tiger

• Macaw

What distinguishes a macaw from a kangaroo?

• Fur

• Legs for climbing

• Feathers

• Shell

What feature distinguishes a snail from a snake?

• Legs for climbing

• Fur

• Feathers

• Shell

What is the purpose of using annotations in a tree diagram?

• To create confusion

• To identify organisms

• To provide additional information

• To confuse students

What is the reading level of this quiz?

• Grade 5

• High School

• Grade 8

• College