Inheritance of Traits Review

Which trait was passed from the mom to the puppy?

• brown fur

• ears that stick up

• large size

• none of the above

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The dominant gene is the one that prevails (wins) in the child.

• True

• False

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Identical twins inherit the same DNA.

• True

• False

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Which two are inherited traits of this cat? Pick two choices.

• Fur color & pattern

• Favorite food

• Eye color

• Enjoying playing with a ball of yarn

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Physical traits and instincts are inherited.

• True

• False

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Which characteristic would most likely be inherited by a baby?

• brown hair

• crying a lot

• ability to jump high

• his ability to talk

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When a seed grows into a plant, it most likely will ______.

• look like its parents

• look like its siblings

• look nothing like its parents

• look like a rose bush

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What are inherited behaviors called?

• Adaptations

• Migrating

• Traits

• Instincts

Which two are examples of physical traits? Pick two choices.

• Eye color

• Hair color

• The ability to ride a bike

• Allergies

This woman has pink hair. Is this an inherited or acquired trait?

• Inherited, because her parents had pink hair.

• Acquired, because she acquired this hair color.

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