WG Article Evolution Now

What is the primary driver of evolution according to the passage?

• Humans

• Natural disasters

• Climate change

• Predators

How have bedbugs evolved in urban environments?

• They have become more active during the day.

• They have developed resistance to pesticides.

• They have shorter legs for quick movement.

• They have become less active at night.

What unique ability do hybrid mice pups have?

• They are immune to pesticides.

• They can fly.

• They are resistant to cold temperatures.

• They can live underwater.

What process allows sea slugs to survive on sunlight?

• Horizontal gene transfer

• Photosynthesis

• Natural selection

• Artificial selection

What is the result of artificial selection in dogs?

• Creation of new dog species

• Development of specific dog breeds

• Dogs becoming wild animals

• Dogs losing their fur

Compare the evolution of the dog breeds that are created by humans and the stray dogs that have left human care.

What evolutionary change occurred in moths during the industrial revolution?

• Moths developed brighter colors.

• Moths became larger in size.

• Moths evolved darker wings.

• Moths started flying during the day.

After reading about the coywolf, how do you think these animals might cause issues for humans in the future.

What is the main threat posed by antibiotic-resistant bacteria?

• They can cause global warming.

• They can lead to an apocalyptic scenario.

• They can make people allergic to antibiotics.

• They can cause animals to become extinct.

There has been criticisms in the past 10 years of farmers who feed their livestock antibiotics. How is this causing a problem in our world?