Quiz on Inherited Traits and Learned Behaviors

New organisms that come from parent organisms are called what?

• Inherited trait

• Learned behavior

• Offspring

• Habitual adaptation

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS3-2

A characteristic that has been passed from parents to offspring is known as what?

• Inherited trait

• Learned behavior

• Offspring

• Genetic mutation

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS3-2

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

A behavior that is developed by observing others or by being taught is referred to as what?

• Inherited trait

• Learned behavior

• Offspring

• Instinctual response

A child is able to speak English. This is an example of a(n) ________.

• Inherited trait

• Learned behavior

• Offspring

• Natural selection

A dog has been taught to sit on command. This is an example of a(n) ________.

• Inherited trait

• Learned behavior

• Offspring

• Reflex action

A cat is born with white fur. This is an example of a(n) ________.

• Inherited trait

• Learned behavior

• Offspring

• Acquired characteristic

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

A rose plant has thorns. This is an example of a(n) ________.

• Inherited trait

• Learned behavior

• Offspring

• Environmental adaptation

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

A cat runs to the kitchen when she hears the can opener. This is an example of a(n) ________.

• Inherited trait

• Learned behavior

• Offspring

• Instinct

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-8