LS.5.3.2 Inherited vs Acquired Traits

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

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

• Eye color

• Leaf shape

• Calluses on feet

• Fur texture

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

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

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

Which of the following is an inherited trait in plants?

• Broken tree limb

• Color of petals

• Length of hair

• Riding a bicycle

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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

• Tongue rolling

• Pierced ears

• Riding a bicycle

• Eye color

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

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

NGSS.MS-LS3-1

Which of the following traits is acquired and not inherited?

• Hair color

• Eye color

• Length of hair

• Fur texture

What is an example of an inherited trait in humans?

• Riding a bicycle

• Earlobe shape

• Short haircut

• Broken tree limb

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

Which of the following is a characteristic obtained from the environment?

• A tree growing taller than the trees next to it

• Eye color

• Flamingos appearing a deeper color pink due to diet

• A plant wilting more than its neighbors

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NGSS.3-LS3-2