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LS.5.3.2 Inherited vs Acquired Traits

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5th Grade

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LS.5.3.2 Inherited vs Acquired Traits
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an inherited trait?

A trait that is learned from the environment

A trait passed down from parents to offspring through genetics

A trait that changes due to diet

A trait that is acquired through practice

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of an acquired trait?

Eye color

Leaf shape

Calluses on feet

Fur texture

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do offspring resemble their parents?

Because they live in the same environment

Because of inherited traits and genetics

Because they eat the same food

Because they learn from their parents

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the difference between inherited traits and acquired traits?

Inherited traits are learned, acquired traits are genetic

Inherited traits are genetic, acquired traits are developed from the environment

Inherited traits are temporary, acquired traits are permanent

Inherited traits are from friends, acquired traits are from family

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an inherited trait in plants?

Broken tree limb

Color of petals

Length of hair

Riding a bicycle

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS3-2

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a acquired trait?

Tongue rolling

Pierced ears

Riding a bicycle

Eye color

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an example of an inherited trait in animals?

Length of tail

Broken tusk on an elephant

Flamingos appearing a deeper color pink due to diet

Short haircut

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

NGSS.MS-LS3-1

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