Synch Assessment 2: Kingdoms of Life

What is the key way in which the Earth is different from other planets?

• It is the largest planet

• It is the closest to the sun

• It has a unique atmosphere

• It contains life

Which kingdom of life includes organisms like archaea, bacteria, protista, plants, fungi, and animals?

• Protista

• Plants

• Animals

• Fungi

What is the meaning of the name 'archaea'?

• Single-celled organisms

• Ancient things

• Extreme environments

• Prokaryotic organisms

What characteristic do archaea share with bacteria?

• They are unicellular

• They reproduce sexually

• They have membrane-bound organelles

• They have a nucleus

What is the main difference between archaea and bacteria?

• Cell wall structure

• Enzymes for genetic code reading

• Reproduction method

• Presence of ribosomes

Which kingdom of life includes organisms like diatoms, sea lettuce, and paramecium?

• Plants

• Fungi

• Animals

• Protista

What is a common characteristic of protists?

• They reproduce using seeds

• They prefer dry environments

• They have membrane-bound organelles

• They are prokaryotic

What is the main function of bacteria on Earth?

• Nutrient absorption

• Pollination

• Decomposition

• Photosynthesis

What is the outer covering of a bacterial cell called?

• Membrane

• Cell wall

• Nucleus

• Capsule

Which type of plants rely on airborne pollen for reproduction?

• Angiosperms

• Gymnosperms

• Ferns

• Mosses