Traits Practice 2

What is an inherited trait?

• A trait handed down to you by your family.

• A trait you developed because of the environment.

• A trait handed to you from your friends.

• A trait you developed as an adult.

What is NOT an example of an inherited trait?

• Eye color

• Hair color

• Favorite color

• Tongue rolling

Is the following a learned behavior or inherited trait? 
table manners

• inherited trait
• learned behavior

Is the following a learned behavior or inherited trait? 
the ability to understand a language

• inherited trait
• learned behavior

An acquired trait means _________.

• your sister gave it to you
• it is learned or happened after birth
• you are a squire for the king
• your parents gave it to you

Which is a characteristic of a dog that is most likely a result of its environment? 

• its color 
• its length of ears 
• its food preference
• its ability to see in the dark 

Characteristics that are passed from parents to their offspring are called 

• behaviors
• learned traits
• inherited traits
• functions

A behavior that is developed by observing others or by being taught is a 

• learned behavior 
• inherited trait
• adaptation 
• function

Look at the picture.
The ability to play basketball.

• inherited
• learned

Look at the picture.
A bird knowing how to build a nest.

• inherited
• learned