VP #7: Misconceptions about Evolution

What is a common misconception about evolution?

• It affects only plants.

• It is a recent theory.

• It only involves humans and monkeys.

• It is not related to biology.

Does evolution explain how life began?

• Yes, it explains the origin of life.

• No, it explains how life changes over time.

• Yes, it explains the formation of the sun.

• No, it is a theory of everything.

Is evolution directed towards making organisms more complex?

• No, it is not directed towards complexity.

• No, it only affects plants.

• Yes, it aims to make all organisms human-like.

• Yes, it always makes organisms more complex.

Do individuals evolve during their lifetime?

• No, evolution acts on populations.

• No, evolution is only about plants.

• Yes, individuals evolve as they grow.

• Yes, individuals can change their genes.

Do humans evolve from chimpanzees?

• Yes, chimpanzees are our ancestors.

• No, humans evolved from modern monkeys.

• No, humans and chimpanzees share a common ancestor.

• Yes, humans evolved directly from chimpanzees.