Learned vs Inherited Traits

The color of an apple is an example of an/a

• inherited trait

• learned behavior

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a bird building a nest is an example of a/an

• inherited trait

• learned behavior

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Which of these are characteristics of inherited traits?

• the ability to speak in front of a crowd

• having green eyes and brown hair

• mastering multiplication facts

• becoming an extrovert

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Which statement best explains the illustration above?

• The fox ability to hunt was passed down from its parent

• The fox ability to hunt is a learned behavior

• The Eagle is migrating for the winter month

• The rabbit is getting energy from the fox

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The Rafflesia flower is a type of parasite. This plant grows onto, and into the stems of other plants and can have enormous flowers. The flower smells like rotting meat. This smell attracts insects helping the plants to spread their pollen. The smell this plant produces is an example of....

• An inherited Trait

• A learned behavior

• An acquired trait

• An inherited behavior (instinct)

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This Panther has been in a battle with a rival panther for food. The panther won the battle but has been left with injuries that will scar over time. These scars are an example of an....

• An inherited triat

• An acquired triat

• A learned behavior

• An inherited behavior

Leaves come in many different sizes and shapes and help us to identify different plant species. The shape of a plants leaf is an...

• An inherited behavior (instinct)

• An acquired trait

• A learned behavior

• An inherited trait

Your earlobes can be either, attached at the base, or detached and hanging down. This is something offspring get from their parents. This is an example of...

• An inherited behavior (instinct)

• A learned behavior

• An inherited trait

• An acquired trait

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This dog is playing fetch with a large stick. This in an example of...

• A learned behavior

• An inherited behavior (instinct)

• An acquired trait

• An inherited trait

Bees will huddle together and shake, and vibrate their bodies. This behavior helps them to communicate and stay warm. This is an example of ...

• An inherited trait

• An acquired trait

• A learned behavior

• An inherited behavior (instinct)

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