Biology IGCSE Grade 9 EASE Prep

What is a characteristic of all living organisms?

• breathing

• egestion

• excretion

• ingestion

Which characteristic of living organisms is represented by gas exchange in the alveoli?

• excretion

• growth

• nutrition

• reproduction

The diagram shows a plant. light Which characteristic of living organisms is shown by the plant in the diagram?

• excretion

• reproduction

• respiration

• sensitivity

The scientific name for the golden eagle is Aquila chrysaetos.

What is the genus of the golden eagle?

• Aquila

• chrysaetos

• eagle

• golden

Which system is used for naming species?

• binomial

• conservation

• dichotomous

• natural selection

The scientific name for humans is Homo sapiens. 

What does Homo refer to?

• mammal

• genus

• kingdom

• species

Donkeys and zebras are different species. They can breed to produce an animal called a zedonk. Zedonks are not fertile. Which statement is correct?

• Zedonks and donkeys are the same species.

• Zedonks and zebras are the same species.

•   Zedonks are a species.

• Zedonks are not a species.

Which types of organisms are used in genetic modification because they have plasmids?

• arachnids

• bacteria

• myriapods

• ferns

The table shows some features of animals. 

Which animal could be a bird?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Which feature identifies this animal as a mammal?

• eye

• four limbs

• fur

• tail