Charles Darwin and natural selection

Charles Darwin and natural selection

8th Grade

20 Qs

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Charles Darwin and natural selection

Charles Darwin and natural selection

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Science

8th Grade

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NGSS
MS-LS4-4, MS-LS4-2, MS-LS4-5

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

what gave Charles Darwin the idea of evolution?
google
wikipedia
mans attempt to destroy mankind
finches in the Galapagos island

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Which statement best describes the process of evolution?
Populations can survive in different locations on earth
Environmental conditions limit the number of species on Earth
Populations grow when resources are abundant
The traits of a species can change over time

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Which of the following ideas is supported by Darwin’s observation of local variation among tortoises in the Galápagos Islands? 
artificial selection
adaptation
acquired characteristics
tendency towards perfection

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Charles Darwin’s observation that finches of different species on the Galápagos Islands have many similar physical characteristics supports the hypothesis that these finches 
 
have the ability to interbreed.
have the ability to interbreed.
acquired traits through use and disuse.
all eat the same type of food.
descended from a common ancestor.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When every organism of a species has died.
Evolution
Natural Selection
Extinction
Artificial Selection

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where the better adapted organisms survive to pass traits along to offspring.
Evolution
Natural Selection
Extinction
Artifical Selection

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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What was the name of Darwin's boat?

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Bugle

Sloop John B

Beagle

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