
Exploring Evolutionary Concepts and Processes
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9th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is coevolution in ecosystems?
The process where two or more species influence each other's evolutionary path
The process where a single species evolves into multiple species
The process where unrelated species develop similar traits
The process where species evolve due to environmental changes
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of convergent evolution?
The development of wings in bats and birds
The evolution of different beak shapes in Darwin's finches
The development of thick fur in polar bears
The evolution of long necks in giraffes
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NGSS.HS-LS4-4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does gradualism differ from punctuated equilibrium in evolutionary theory?
Gradualism suggests evolution occurs in rapid bursts, while punctuated equilibrium suggests slow, steady change
Gradualism suggests slow, steady change, while punctuated equilibrium suggests evolution occurs in rapid bursts
Both suggest evolution occurs at a constant rate
Both suggest evolution occurs only due to environmental changes
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes natural selection?
The random change in allele frequencies in a population
The process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring
The movement of individuals into or out of a population
The formation of new species from existing species
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NGSS.HS-LS4-4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify a scenario that illustrates coevolution.
A predator evolves sharper teeth, and its prey evolves thicker skin
A species of bird evolves a longer beak to reach nectar
A plant species develops thorns to deter herbivores
A fish species evolves to swim faster in response to predators
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NGSS.HS-LS4-4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT an example of convergent evolution?
The streamlined bodies of dolphins and sharks
The wings of insects and birds
The similar eye structures of octopuses and humans
The different leaf shapes of oak and maple trees
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NGSS.MS-LS4-2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key characteristic of punctuated equilibrium?
Evolution occurs at a constant, slow pace
Evolution occurs in short, rapid bursts followed by long periods of stability
Evolution is driven solely by natural selection
Evolution is a result of genetic drift
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NGSS.HS-LS4-5
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