Evolution and Inheritance

What do fossils tell us about living things from the past?

• They show us what the weather was like millions of years ago.

• They provide information about living things from millions of years ago.

• They tell us how to make new plants and animals.

• They show us how to build houses.

How are some plants adapted to survive in the Arctic? (Select TWO)

• By changing their colour every day.

• By growing close to the ground.

• By moving to a new environment every year.

• By having shallow roots systems.

What does 'survival of the fittest' mean?

• The strongest living things, with the most muscles, will live forever

• When taking part in a race, only the fastest animals survive

• Living things can only survive if you can run a long way

• The most successful living things are those best adapted to their environment

Which of the following is an example of an adaptation in animals?

• A bird building a nest.

• A fish having gills to breathe underwater.

• A dog learning a new trick.

• A cat sleeping during the day.

Which of these is NOT an example of an adaptation of a polar bear to help them to survive in the Arctic?

• Small bumps on their footpads.

• Transparent fur.

• Sensitive ears.

• Two layers of fur.

Why do offspring usually vary and are not identical to their parents?

• Because they are made from different materials.

• Because offspring inherit different characteristics from their parents

• Because they are born in different seasons.

• Because they eat different foods.

Which of the following statements is true about evolution?

• Evolution happens overnight.

• Evolution is a process that occurs over many generations.

• Evolution only happens to plants.

• Evolution stops once an animal is fully grown.

Which of these traits could a child inherit from its parents?

• Good at tennis

• Eye colour

• Likes drawing

• Can ride a bike