Science Kids: Charles Darwin and the Theory of Evolution

The video explores Charles Darwin's journey on the HMS Beagle, his observations on the Galápagos Islands, and the development of his theory of evolution by natural selection. It delves into Darwin's life, his scientific contributions, and the impact of his work on modern science. The video also discusses the influence of Darwin's theories on various fields and the controversies they sparked.

What was the name of the ship on which Charles Darwin embarked on his famous journey?

• HMS Challenger

• HMS Endeavour

• HMS Beagle

• HMS Discovery

What did Darwin notice about the organisms on the Galápagos Islands?

• They were only found on the Galápagos Islands

• They were identical to those on the mainland

• They were similar but had adaptations suited to their specific islands

• They were all completely different from each other

Which bird species did Darwin famously study on the Galápagos Islands?

• Galápagos Hawks

• Galápagos Mockingbirds

• Galápagos Finches

• Galápagos Penguins

What is the first key idea of natural selection according to Darwin?

• Traits are not passed down from parents

• Traits are often heritable

• All offspring survive

• Offspring do not vary in traits

What environmental change during the Industrial Revolution affected the peppered moths?

• Decrease in moth population

• Introduction of new food sources

• Change in tree color due to pollution

• Increase in predators

Where did Charles Darwin study after leaving the University of Edinburgh?

• University of Manchester

• University of Cambridge

• University of Oxford

• University of London

Who independently developed a theory similar to Darwin's natural selection?

• Gregor Mendel

• Alfred Wallace

• Thomas Huxley

• Jean-Baptiste Lamarck

What ideology misapplied Darwin's ideas to human society?

• Capitalism

• Humanism

• Communism

• Social Darwinism

Which scientific field did Darwin's work help to create?

• Astrophysics

• Evolutionary Biology

• Genetics

• Quantum Mechanics

What scientific advancement is partly attributed to Darwin's research?

• Invention of the microscope

• Discovery of penicillin

• Development of antibiotics

• Creation of DNA tests