Evolution and Life Quiz

Dinosaurs are reptiles that existed for a very long time. Which era did these organisms evolve?

• Cenozoic Era

• Mesozoic Era

• Paleozoic Era

• Proterozoic Era

Which of the following cell type possesses a true nucleus that contains the DNA?

• prokaryotes

• eukaryotes

• bacteria

• none of these

What are called the remains of living organism used in understanding the history of life on earth?

• bone

• fossils

• seeds

• shells

Why do you think the emergence of plants and animals came later than simple living organisms?

• Their existence is not that important on Earth.

• Their size is too big that it takes longer time for development.

• The cell structures of these multicellular organisms are more complex.

• These organisms are composed of many nuclei compared to unicellular.

Which statement best shows the main significance of studying the past?

• The past is attractive to look back.

• It will give jobs for many scientists and paleontologists.

• It will allow them to think what they need to study.

• Understanding the past allows us to predict the future and help in creating it.

Which statement best describes the process of evolution?

• The traits of a species can change over time

• Populations can survive in different locations on earth

• Environmental conditions limit the number of species on Earth

• Populations grow when resources are abundant

What theory believed in the notion that life can arise from nonliving matter?

• spontaneous generation

• clay theory

• deep-sea vent

• ice theory

What are the first photosynthetic organisms that grew well on earth?

• bryophyllum

• cyanobacteria

• stromatolites

• zircon crystal

A marine animal first evolved at the beginning of the Cambrian period, 542 MYA, where they dominated the ocean.

• trilobite

• fossils

• dinosaurs

• zircon crystal

Which of the following can be considered as a fossil?

• a billion-year-old rock

• a billion-year-old piece of rock-mineral

• a billion-year-old rock-mineral with a primitive insect inside

• the choices are all correct