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What was Charles Darwin's nationality?

• British

• American

• French

• German

Darwin found many unique species. Why were these creatures found only on the Galapagos Islands?

• Because the islands are isolated, allowing species to evolve independently.

• Because the climate of the islands is unique and supports only certain species.

• Because the islands have a variety of habitats that support diverse life forms.

• Because the islands were uninhabited by humans, allowing species to thrive.

Fossils according to Darwin's findings are:

• remains of ancient organisms that provide evidence for evolution

• rocks formed by natural processes

• artifacts created by early humans

• minerals found in the earth's crust

Fill in the blank: Several islands in the Galapagos were home to distinct forms of giant land ________.

• tortoises

• lizards

• snakes

• birds

Which island is known for the presence of the intermediate shell tortoise species?

• Santa Cruz Island

• Pinta Island

• Floreana Island

Darwin found different types of finches and their adaptations. Which of the following best describes these adaptations?

• Beak shapes adapted to different food sources

• Color variations for camouflage

• Size differences for mating rituals

• Feather patterns for temperature regulation

Darwin was amazed to find out that all 14 species of birds were actually finches. True or False?

• True

• False

Darwin discovered that the species of finches on the mainland were:

• identical to those on the Galápagos Islands

• different from those on the Galápagos Islands

• more diverse than those on the Galápagos Islands

• less diverse than those on the Galápagos Islands

What type of eater is the 'Cactus finch'?

• Herbivore

• Carnivore

• Omnivore

• Insectivore

_________ is the fact that organisms change over time and are related through common ancestors. 

• Theory of Natural Selection
• Theory of Need
• Theory of Use and Disuse
• Theory of Evolution

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