M9L1 Review

What is the definition of evolution?

• Change over time

• The ability to survive in an environment

• A statement that describes something in nature

• Body parts with similar functions

Who developed the theory of evolution?

• Isaac Newton

• Albert Einstein

• Charles Darwin

• Gregor Mendel

Which term explains WHY things happen in nature?

• Law

• Theory

• Fitness

• Evolution

At what age did he start his journey to sail around the world?

• 18

• 22

• 30

• 25

Which animals are mentioned as examples of using homologous structures?

• Humans, cats, bats, dolphins

• Butterflies, birds, fish, insects

• Dogs, elephants, whales, sharks

• Frogs, lizards, snakes, turtles

What do analogous structures have in common?

• Similar function, different structure

• Similar structure, different function

• Identical structure and function

• No function or structure

What is the function of human arms as mentioned in the text?

• Writing and moving objects

• Flying

• Swimming

• Running

What is the main topic of the document?

• Evidence for Evolution

• Animal Habitats

• Plant Growth

• Weather Patterns

Why was the appendix needed in humans in the past?

• To help with breathing

• To help with digestion

• To help with circulation

• To help with movement

What can examining layers of rocks show?

• How organisms have remained unchanged

• How groups of organisms can change over time

• How rocks are formed

• How organisms have disappeared