Evidence for Evolution Clearly Stated Quiz

What does the theory of Biological Evolution claim about all living things on Earth?

• They evolved from a common ancestor.

• They all have the same DNA.

• They are unrelated.

• They all live in water.

Which branch of the evolutionary tree is focused on to discuss the evidence for evolution?

• Insects

• Birds

• Cetaceans

• Reptiles

What is comparative anatomy?

• The study of differences and similarities between living things.

• The study of plant life.

• The study of animal behavior.

• The study of human anatomy.

What unique feature do whales have that is similar to land mammals?

• Cold-bloodedness

• Gills

• Placentas and live birth

• Ability to breathe underwater

What does embryology study?

• Bone structures

• Plant growth

• Creature development before birth

• DNA sequences

What evidence suggests that the ancestors of whales were once 4-legged land creatures?

• Their carnivorous diet

• Leg buds in embryos

• Their aquatic habitat

• Their ability to fly

What is the closest genetic match to whales according to DNA comparisons?

• Fish

• Sea lions

• Hippos

• Sharks

What common ancestor timeframe is suggested for whales and hippos?

• 34 to 40 million years ago

• 54 million years ago

• 100 million years ago

• 10 million years ago

What is a unique feature shared by whales and hippos?

• Ability to fly

• Scales

• Feathers

• Internal testicles

What does the evidence from fossils, DNA, embryology, and other fields suggest about living things?

• All living things on earth are related.

• They have not evolved.

• They are all unrelated.

• Only mammals are related.