Quiz about Summative Review 4.B.1-2

Question 1

What can be determined about resistant bacteria from the illustration above?

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These bacteria can survive in the presence of antibiotics and some are even able to multiply.

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This species of bacteria was able to become mostly resistant within a few populations.

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The antibiotics worked extremely well, killing off the non-resistant bacteria.

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This form of antibiotics will also kill viruses since it is able to kill resistant bacteria.

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This was a weak antibiotic and could not kill off this strand of resistant bacteria.

Question 2

A species of beetles is common in a patch of woods that surround a major farming area. Farmers have noticed that the beetles have begun to feed more on the crops in the last few seasons due to warmer weather, causing an increase in the beetle population. The farmers decide to use a pesticide to reduce the impact of the beetles on their crops. Which beetle variation is MOST LIKELY to increase in the overall population that lives in the wooded areas around the farmland?

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D

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A

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B

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C

Question 3

A species of beetles is common in a patch of woods that surround a major farming area. Farmers have noticed that the beetles have begun to feed more on the crops in the last few seasons due to warmer weather, causing an increase in the beetle population. The farmers decide to use a pesticide to reduce the impact of the beetles on their crops.

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The beetle, circled D, will be more camouflaged from predators and therefore survive more often.

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The beetle, circled A, has an advantage of survival because it carries both traits, allowing it to survive BEST in either environment.

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The beetle, circled B, is a dominant trait and therefore will always be expressed most often in a population, regardless of the environment.

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The beetle, circled C, now has an advantage that will help it survive in the changing environment.

Question 4

Examine the graph below. (2 points) Which of the following statements about natural selection are BEST supported by the graph?

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As the peppered moth population increased, the brown moth population decreased during the Industrial Revolution.

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The peppered moths were better able to blend in and hide from predators before the Industrial Revolution.

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Both the brown and peppered moths were successful in survival and reproduction after the Industrial Revolution.

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As the brown moth population increased, the peppered moth population decreased during the Industrial Revolution.

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An increase in pollution decreased the food source for the moths during the Industrial Revolution, causing both populations of moths to decrease.

Question 5

Examine the graph and answer the question that follows. (2 points) The normal coloring of Peppered Moths in England and Ireland are white with black speckles. There is a naturally occurring mutation in the species that causes the wings to be almost black. In the nineteenth century, it was observed that around some towns and cities where pollution had turned the tree leaves to black, the black moths were more common. Which of the following explains the data in the graph above?

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A. A change in an environment can result in the evolution of species living there.

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B. The environment near these cities has historically favored dark-colored moths.

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E. The environment can change to select against the adaptation it previously supported.

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C. Evolution occurs so slowly that it is not possible to determine that it has happened in less than a million years.

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D. Populations of plants and animals in nature most often consist of individuals that are clones of each other.

Question 6

Examine the image below. Read the sentences below and answer the question that follows. The peppered moth, pictured above, has two alleles for wing color. The dominant color is white, and the recessive color is black. During the Industrial Revolution, black soot changed the light colored bark to a darker black color. Shortly after, the distribution of white peppered moths to black peppered moths changed. Which of the following statements about peppered moths are correct?

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A. Peppered moths likely use camouflage to hide from predators.

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C. In an area far away from industrial factories, one can expect to find more white peppered moths than black peppered moths.

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D. The change in concentration of white peppered moths is a form of natural selection.

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B. Before the Industrial Revolution, there were a larger number of black peppered moths compared to white peppered moths.

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E. The black peppered moth is not well-adapted for the environment during the Industrial Revolution.

Question 7

Examine the image below. [Image: First generation's exposure to pesticide, Second generation's exposure to pesticide] Mrs. Black displayed the image above on the board and asked her students to describe the image using terms Charles Darwin might have used. Which are the correct terms the students should have said?

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survival of the fittest

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natural selection

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speciation

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predation

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mimicry

Question 8

Which three processes illustrate natural selection? Select the three correct options.

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Herbicide sprayed on plants over three years (Susceptible plants and Resistant plants)

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Changes in beetle types over three generations (Beetle type 1, Beetle type 2, Beetle type 3)

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Changes in snail shell color over three generations (Snail with black shell, Snail with grey shell, Snail with white shell)

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Changes in caterpillar color over three generations (Dark colored caterpillars, Light colored caterpillars)

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Changes in tomato plant traits over three generations (Tomato plants with bigger fruits, Tomato plants with more fruits)

Question 9

Which is an example of natural selection?

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the evolution of long necks in giraffes

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the production of quality milk by dairy cattle

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the development of genetically modified salmon for human use

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the insertion of foreign DNA into plants to make them disease-resistant

Question 10

Based on the image, what type of caterpillars will be produced in the fourth generation if the number of predatory birds keeps increasing in this area?

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a high number of hairy caterpillars and very few non-hairy caterpillars

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only non-hairy caterpillars and no hairy caterpillars

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an equal number of both hairy and non-hairy caterpillars

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a high number of non-hairy caterpillars and very few hairy caterpillars

Question 11

Which statement is most likely correct about natural selection?

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More individuals with favorable traits are produced in successive generations.

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More individuals with unfavorable traits are produced in future generations.

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The same number of individuals with favorable traits and unfavorable traits are produced in all generations.

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The number of individuals with favorable traits in the next generation is half the number of individuals with unfavorable traits.

Question 12

A small island was populated with many long-legged brown Anolis lizards and a few short-legged brown Anolis lizards. However, the introduction of large predatory lizards on the island caused a sharp change in the population size of both long-legged and small-legged brown Anolis lizards. The number of long-legged brown Anolis lizards decreased while the number of short-legged brown Anolis lizards increased in the later generations. What is the most likely reason the population of large-legged brown Anolis lizards decreased over time?

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They could not blend well with the surroundings to hide from predators like the short-legged brown Anolis lizards.

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They received less food than the short-legged brown Anolis lizards.

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They could not reproduce faster than the short-legged brown Anolis lizards.

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They could not avoid predators by climbing on trees like the short-legged brown Anolis lizards.

Question 13

The table shows the population size of brown and black-colored pygmy grasshoppers living on the forest floor in the presence of their predators. Based on the table, which two statements can likely be concluded about the survival of brown and black-colored pygmy grasshoppers in the presence of predators?

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Brown-colored pygmy grasshoppers are more likely to survive and reproduce than black-colored pygmy grasshoppers.

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Black-colored pygmy grasshoppers are less likely to survive and reproduce than brown-colored pygmy grasshoppers.

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Brown-colored pygmy grasshoppers are less likely to survive and reproduce than black-colored pygmy grasshoppers.

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Black-colored pygmy grasshoppers are more likely to survive and reproduce than brown-colored pygmy grasshoppers.

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Both black-colored pygmy grasshoppers and brown-colored pygmy grasshoppers are equally likely to survive and reproduce.

Question 14

The image shows the selective predation of white rabbits by the eagle, resulting in a low population of white rabbits compared to brown rabbits. Which two statements can be concluded from this about the survival of the fittest?

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The white rabbit is less fit and less likely to survive due to predation.

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The brown rabbit is more fit and likely to survive due to natural selection.

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The brown rabbit is less fit and less likely to survive due to predation.

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The white rabbit is more fit and likely to survive due to natural selection.

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The brown rabbit is less fit and more likely to survive due to natural selection.

Question 15

A tropical area supported the population of two types of snakes, snake type 1 and snake type 2. After a few years, the tropical area experienced a severe drought, due to which the population size of both types of snakes was affected. Based on the image, what will most likely be observed in the tropical area in the later generations if the environmental conditions remain the same?

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a larger number of snake type 2

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a larger number of snake type 1

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an equal number of snake types 1 and 2

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a larger number of snakes with an intermediate coloration

Question 16

Read the sentences below. Alaskan Wood Frogs can freeze up to 60 percent of their body. The frogs build up their glucose (sugar) concentrations in tissues and organs of the frog. This helps prevent the cells in the tissues from shrinking or dying. Which of the following BEST explains how this adaptation increases the probability the Alaskan Wood Frog will survive in this environment?

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When harsh winter conditions develop in the area, the frog can prevent the change in the environment from affecting its homeostatic processes.

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When food sources are scarce, this allows the frog to survive until more food is readily available.

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Due to the large terrain of Alaska, the frog can freeze itself to preserve energy while traveling across the state.

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As predators seek out the frog, its senses allow it to notify the internal processes to freeze. This prevents the predator from being notified there is prey nearby.

Question 17

What role does natural selection play in the evolution of species in response to environmental changes?

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It promotes the traits that are beneficial for survival and reproduction in the new environment.

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It creates new beneficial genetic mutations as and when needed.

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It ensures that every individual in the species survives the change.

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It prevents any genetic changes in the species in the changed environment.

Question 18

How does natural selection impact a population of rabbits living in a snowy environment if the rabbits are predominantly white?

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White rabbits will have a higher survival rate due to camouflage.

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White rabbits will become even more white over time.

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White rabbits will begin to have a reduction in survival rates.

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Brown rabbits will gradually start to become the dominant color.

Question 19

If an island has mainly thick-shelled nuts, which squirrels would be most likely to survive according to natural selection?

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Squirrels with strong teeth for cracking thick shells.

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Squirrels that do not prefer eating nuts.

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Squirrels that rely on fruits instead of nuts.

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Squirrels with small teeth that are unable to crack shells.

Question 20

In a pond where the water has become polluted, which kind of fish are most likely to survive and reproduce according to natural selection?

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fish that can tolerate or resist the effects of pollution

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brightly colored fish that attract predators

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fish that prefer clean and unpolluted water

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fish that are incapable of withstanding pollution

Question 21

A type of bird that lives near the coast has become better at catching fish over generations. This adaptation can be best attributed to:

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Natural selection favoring individuals that can effectively catch fish.

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All bird species being inherently good at catching fish.

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The birds thinking about and planning to improve their fishing skills.

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Changes in fish behavior causing no difference in survival rates for the birds.

Question 22

After a major forest fire, a specific type of beetle can feed on charred wood multiply rapidly in comparison to others. This scenario represents an instance of:

Accepted Answer

natural selection where beetles that can feed on charred wood become more prevalent

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the forest becoming uninhabitable for all other beetles

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beetles consciously changing their diet to charred wood

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increasing mutation rates of beetles due to exposure to fire

Question 23

Over time, a certain bird species in a rainforest starts to develop stronger beaks. This change is due to the bird's frequent interaction with hard fruit seeds. This situation is described as:

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D. Natural selection favoring a strength trait that assists in food consumption.

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A. A conscious decision by birds to grow stronger beaks.

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B. Same genetic alterations in all birds leading to stronger beaks.

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C. The effect of hard fruit seeds directly causing mutations for stronger beaks.

Question 24

Over time, a certain bird species in a rainforest starts to develop stronger beaks. This change is due to the bird's frequent interaction with hard fruit seeds. This situation is described as:

Accepted Answer

D. Natural selection favoring a strength trait that assists in food consumption.

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A. A conscious decision by birds to grow stronger beaks.

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B. Same genetic alterations in all birds leading to stronger beaks.

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C. The effect of hard fruit seeds directly causing mutations for stronger beaks.

Question 25

What advantage does a thick layer of fur provide to Arctic animals?

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It allows the animals to blend in with their snowy environment.

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It enables the animals to swim more efficiently.

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It helps the animals to reach high branches for food.

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It makes the animals appear larger to potential predators.

Question 26

In what way does a giraffe's long neck serve as a structural adaptation?

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It allows the giraffe to reach food up high.

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It attracts potential mates.

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It aids the giraffe in outrunning predators.

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It helps the giraffe regulate its body temperature.

Question 27

How does mimicry enhance the survival chances of some insects?

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It enables the insects to scare off predators by looking dangerous.

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It aids the insects in finding mates.

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It helps the insects move around more swiftly.

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It helps the insects withstand harsh environmental conditions.

Question 28

What purpose does the bright coloration of some tropical fish serve?

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It warns predators that the fish are poisonous.

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It helps the fish to maintain a stable body temperature.

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It enables the fish to blend in with their aquatic habitats.

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It assists the fish in navigating their underwater environment.

Question 29

How does a kangaroo's structural adaptation of strong hind legs promote its survival in the wild?

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by helping it run fast to escape predators

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by enhancing its ability to swim

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by improving its foraging efficiency

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by allowing it to eat a wider range of food

Question 30

How does a polar bear's behavioral adaptation to swimming long distances contribute to its survival in the Arctic?

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by increasing its ability to hunt over a wide area

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by making it more competitive in mating

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by changing its color in different seasons

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by helping it absorb sunlight for warmth

Question 31

What structural adaptation in roots increases a plant's chance of survival in a dry environment?

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being deep and extensive for water absorption

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being flexible to resist winds

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being able to grow wide for stability

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having the ability to conduct photosynthesis

Question 32

Which of the following is an example of a structural adaptation in plants that helps increase water retention?

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the adaptation of small, thick leaves

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the capability to grow tall trunks

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the presence of large, broad leaves

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the ability to grow elaborate root systems

Question 33

Why do certain flowers have bright colors and sweet smells?

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to attract pollinators for reproduction

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to scare away herbivores

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to seek attention from humans

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to create harmful reactions in insects

Question 34

How does a turtle's shell aid its survival?

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It provides protection from predators.

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It uses its shell to capture and eat prey.

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It helps the turtle to swim faster in water.

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It allows the turtle to fly to escape predators.

Question 35

Why does the chameleon change its colors based on its environment?

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to evade predators

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to attract mates

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to increase its speed

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to improve its digestion

Question 36

How does a cactus's structural adaptation to store water in its stem contribute to its survival?

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It allows the cactus to survive in dry climates.

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It helps the cactus to combat diseases.

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It makes the cactus more attractive to wildlife.

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It enables the cactus to produce more flowers.

Question 37

Read the sentences below. The Bald Eagle is the only eagle unique to North America. It has been a symbol of the United States since 1782. The Bald Eagle was in danger of extinction only a few short years ago, but with the efforts of many people, organizations, and the federal government, eagles have made a return to the skies of North America. The Bald Eagle will build its nest in the tops of tall trees or other tall structures, usually near water because one of its main sources of food is fish. Which set of adaptations allow Bald Eagles to survive in their North American environment?

Accepted Answer

keen eyes for tracking prey from the air strong legs capable of lifting fish or other prey back to land strong, sharp claws for holding prey

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long, straight, pointed beak which is good for grasping prey long and sleek feathers so the eagle can dive into the water for fish sensitive ears for hearing fish move about in the water

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strong, webbed feet for swimming gills for breathing underwater lightweight, hollow bones which allow the eagle to fly

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large eyes to track prey from the air long legs for wading water short, fat beak for breaking nuts

Question 38

Which of the following environments would someone find an organism that uses chemosynthesis to make its food?

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near hydrothermal vents on the deep ocean floor

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in a tundra (extremely cold temperatures)

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in temperate deciduous forests in Mississippi

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in a desert (extremely hot environments)

Question 39

Animals have adapted to their environment in many ways, including camouflage, mimicry, and learning skills such as nest building. Which of the following is the LEAST LIKELY reason for having an adaptation?

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to make an animal susceptible to disease

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to help an animal avoid predators

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to make an animal look like another animal

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to help an animal find a mate and reproduce

Question 40

Animals that live in desert biomes must be adapted to survive extremely hot, dry conditions. Which of the following adaptations would desert-dwelling organisms MOST LIKELY have?

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nocturnal behavior

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drip tips on leaves

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small ears and appendages

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dark fur or feather coloring

Question 41

Unlike most birds, penguins live partially aquatic lives and do not fly. They have developed adaptations for living on both land and water. Which of the following is the BEST example of an adaptation that would help penguins in an aquatic environment, but would be absent in birds that do not lead aquatic lives?

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Penguins have solid bones.

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Penguins have wings.

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Penguins have feathers.

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Penguins have aerodynamically shaped bodies.

Question 42

How do bright colors help the frogs survive?

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They provide a warning to predators that the frogs may not be good to eat.

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They allow the frogs to blend in with their rainforest ecosystem habitat.

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They provide the frogs with a way to attract mates in the rainforest.

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They allow the frogs to appear larger and frighten away predators.

Question 43

Which of the following organisms will MOST LIKELY survive in a desert environment due to their variation of traits?

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an organism with adaptations to help store water

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an organism with a thick fur coat who can store fat in abundance

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an organism with a streamlined body and bones that are light and spongy

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an organism who has adapted to special diets to prevent from having to compete for food

Question 44

Which trait variation in sea lions increases their survivability from predators (e.g., killer whales) in comparison to fur seals?

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swimming ability

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thick fur

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size

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color

Question 45

How has the decrease in snow depth been more beneficial for the brown tawny owl population?

Accepted Answer

The decrease in snow depth exposed more food sources.

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The decrease in snow depth enabled them to find mates more easily.

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The decrease in snow depth made them more adaptable to the extreme cold.

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The decrease in snow depth helped them be less visible to predators while in the tree branches.

Question 46

A biologist observed finches on an island. The finches had a graded series of beak sizes and shapes. These finches evolved from a common mainland finch. To understand better, some finches were observed. They fed on large and hard seeds, unlike small-billed finches that fed on small and soft seeds. The regions abundant in large and hard seeds were inhabited by large-billed finches, and the small-billed finches inhabited the regions abundant in small and soft seeds. The biologist claimed that such variations in finches are due to natural selection. Which two statements support the claim?

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Finches were found in the regions where their beaks adapted to food available in the region.

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Finches that found favorable food in the region reproduced and increased their numbers in the region.

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Finches with larger sizes reproduce more and increase in number.

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Finches with large bills were dominant over the finches with small bills.

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Finches that have more offspring compete better, irrespective of their characteristics.

Question 47

Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease of plant leaves during the rainy season. Accumulation of water on the leaves results in the development of a powdery residue, which results in their premature fall off. A student observed different adaptations in the plant leaves and recorded the data in a table. Adaptations | Description | Observation drip tip | pointed tips | water runs off quickly from the leaves heart-shaped | wide center and base | wide base that holds water leaves of succulents | broad leaves with specialized cells for water storage | stores large water waxy leaves | wax coating or wax surface | excess water shed quickly hairy leaves | mall hairs on the leaf | hairs reduce the rate of water loss by deflecting direct sun rays Which two adaptations are often found in plants that grow in regions with heavy rainfall to avoid powdery mildew disease?

Accepted Answer

waxy leaves

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drip tip leaves

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hairy leaves

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heart-shaped leaves

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leaves of succulents

Question 48

A process of adaptation to the natural environment in giraffes was studied by Charles Darwin. According to the theory, the tall giraffes would be favored because they can reach the leaves on trees better to access food. The giraffes with taller necks reproduced and increased their numbers over the generations. Which process leads to an increase in the number of better-fitting individuals of a species?

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natural selection

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mutations

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genetic drift

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bottleneck effect

Question 49

A student observes a genetic variation in a population of sea turtles where some turtles have hard shells while others have soft shells. The most common and largest enemy of sea turtles is the great white shark. During an attack, a shark easily breaks the soft shells of the sea turtles, which prevents them from retracting their head inside the shell. What would likely happen if the sharks continue to selectively prey on soft-shelled turtles?

Accepted Answer

The hard-shelled sea turtles will become more common in the population.

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The hard-shelled sea turtles will migrate to other places to escape from predators.

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The advantageous soft-shell trait will become more common in the sea turtle population.

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The soft-shelled sea turtles will swim with hard-shelled turtles to prevent the attack of predators.

Question 50

Which is an adaptation of a duck that helps it survive in water?

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webbed feet

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long body

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sharp claws

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presence of fur

Question 51

A student made a table listing the characteristics of a water lily plant and how these characteristics help the plant in their survival. Which two characteristics and their functions are correctly mentioned by the student?

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2

Accepted Answer

4

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1

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3

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5

Question 52

In the pre-industrial era, the environment was unpolluted, and the trees remained covered by pale-colored lichen, which provided camouflage for the lighter moth and protected them from birds. Meanwhile, in the post-industrial era, the environment became polluted. This killed the lichen and blackened the bark, providing camouflage for the dark moth. The image shows the phenomenon. Which graph correctly represents the variation in the number of light and dark-colored moths due to natural selection?

Accepted Answer

Graph A: Dark colored moths increase, white colored moths decrease

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Graph B: White colored moths increase, dark colored moths decrease

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Graph C: Both dark and white colored moths decrease

Question 53

What is the likely advantage of migration to the coast of Mexico for gray whales?

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It helps the young ones to survive.

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It helps them find clean water for mating.

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It helps protect them from other large animals.

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It helps them provide more space for the young ones.

Question 54

The chameleon can change its color to match its surrounding environment. How does this adaptation help in its survival?

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It helps them to hide from predators.

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It helps them move faster.

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It helps them eat more food.

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It helps them kill large animals.

Question 55

A beetle population has brown and green beetles. Whenever the grass dried up in the area, the green beetles became exposed to predator birds. If the area turns green, the brown beetles will be easily spotted by birds and eaten. Based on the data, which two conclusions about the number of green beetles and brown beetles as a result of natural selection are correct?

Accepted Answer

During healthy vegetation, the number of brown beetles will decrease.

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During droughts, when grass dries up, the number of brown beetles will decrease.

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During healthy vegetation, the number of green beetles will decrease.

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During droughts, when grass dries up, the number of green beetles will increase.

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During droughts, when grass dries up, the number of green beetles will decrease.

Question 56

The African butterfly shows a range of coloration from orange to brown. The extreme differences in colors mimic those of different species that are unappetizing to predators, providing protection against predators. Based on this information, what two conclusions can be drawn?

Accepted Answer

The butterflies with extreme coloration will survive and pass on favorable genes to the next generation.

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The butterflies with moderate coloration will survive and pass on favorable genes to the next generation.

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The butterflies with extreme coloration will be eaten in far greater numbers.

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The butterflies with moderate coloration will be eaten in far greater numbers.

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The butterflies with extreme and moderate coloration will have the same survival chances due to lack of predation.

Question 57

In a desert ecosystem, peccaries feed on cacti and choose to consume cactus plants with the fewest spines. A zoologist noticed the relationship between the peccaries and cactus plants and observed that over many generations, natural selection favors some specific types of cactus plants.

Accepted Answer

cactus with more spines

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cactus with larger size

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cactus with smaller size

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cactus with fewer spines

Question 58

Which type of plant will survive better in a hot and dry desert?

Accepted Answer

plants with thick stem and leaves to store water

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plants with large leaves to store more water

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plants with pointed leaves to prevent loss of water

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plants with thin ribbon-like leaves to prevent loss of water

Question 59

Which three plants are most likely adapted to absorb deep underground water and survive in a hot and dry habitat?

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bushes

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legumes

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date palm

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cacti

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grasses

Question 60

A population of grasshoppers consists of both yellow and green individuals. The image shows the change in the distribution of yellow and green individuals in Generation 1 and Generation 10. What can likely be concluded about the changes in the population of grasshoppers?

Accepted Answer

The population of green grasshoppers increased because they were able to hide from predators.

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The population of green grasshoppers increased because they were able to locate food more easily.

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The population of green grasshoppers increased because they were able to adapt to the surroundings better.

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The population of green grasshoppers increased because they were able to find more mates to reproduce.

Question 61

Which two adaptations of a plant help attract insects for pollination and seed dispersal?

Accepted Answer

strong smell

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bright colored flowers

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thorns

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thick stem

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small leaves

Question 62

The table lists the adaptations of different types of plants. Which adaptation will help survive a plant in the understory layer of the rainforest that receives less sunlight?

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2. presence of large leaves

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1. presence of spines

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3. presence of long deep roots

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4. presence of hollow stem

Question 63

The image shows the variation in the number of mice in a region where the number of eagles and hawks has increased over time. Observing the image, which type of mice will be found in the region after several generations?

Accepted Answer

The mice that better blend with the darker rocks.

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The mice that were more visible on darker rocks.

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The mice that were more aggressive and bigger in size.

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The new type of mice that were not present earlier on the rocks.

Question 64

The groundhogs are animals that have an adaptation to go to deep sleep in an earthen chamber with soil during the winters. How does this adaptation help in their survival?

Accepted Answer

It helps them conserve energy and survive without food.

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It helps them find new sources of food.

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It helps them give birth to young ones under the ground.

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It helps them catch small animals easily under the ground.

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