Darwin's Discoveries in Patagonia

Darwin's Discoveries in Patagonia

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Biology, Science, Geography

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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In Patagonia, Darwin discovers a new Ria species, noting its differences from others. He observes the distribution of large and small Rias across the region, finding a clear pattern. Darwin also examines flightless birds like the steamer duck, which use their wings for non-flight purposes. Despite these observations, Darwin remains skeptical about species transformation, as living things appear constant over recorded history. However, he begins to question the difference between human experience and Earth's history.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Darwin notice about the Ria he discovered in Patagonia?

It was larger than other Rias.

It had a unique feather pattern.

It seemed different from other Rias he had seen.

It could fly short distances.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Darwin salvage from the Ria he discovered?

The entire bird.

Just the bones.

Only the feathers.

The wings, head, and much of the skin.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What puzzled Darwin about the distribution of Rias in Patagonia?

The difference in their diet.

Why the Rias were only found in the north.

The clear yet inexplicable pattern of their distribution.

Why the Rias were migrating south.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which bird uses its wings as paddles?

Ostrich

Penguin

Ria

Steamer

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the steamer duck?

It is the largest duck species.

It has colorful feathers.

It uses its wings to paddle.

It can fly long distances.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which bird uses its wings as sails?

Penguin

Steamer

Ostrich

Ria

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Darwin find unclear about the design of flightless birds?

Why they live in cold climates.

Why an all-powerful Creator would design them with such unusual features.

Why they are larger than other birds.

Why they have colorful feathers.

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