Micro-evolution and Macro-evolution Concepts

Micro-evolution and Macro-evolution Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Philosophy

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video debunks the claim that macro-evolution cannot occur by explaining the definitions and differences between micro-evolution and macro-evolution. It presents evidence supporting both concepts and highlights the logical fallacies in creationist arguments, particularly the equivocation fallacy regarding the definition of 'kind'. The video concludes by emphasizing that the mechanisms for micro and macro-evolution are the same.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main argument creationists use against macro-evolution?

It contradicts micro-evolution.

It is not observable.

It is the same as micro-evolution.

It lacks scientific evidence.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is evolution defined within evolutionary biology?

As a change in species over time.

As a change in genetic information.

As biological change over generations.

As a change in environmental conditions.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What distinguishes micro-evolution from macro-evolution?

Micro-evolution involves genetic mutation, while macro-evolution does not.

Micro-evolution is observable, while macro-evolution is not.

Micro-evolution is accepted by creationists, while macro-evolution is not.

Micro-evolution occurs within a species, while macro-evolution occurs outside a species.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which example demonstrates macro-evolution?

The interbreeding of Chihuahuas and Great Danes.

The inability of Alaska and Florida rabbits to interbreed.

The natural selection of silent crickets.

The artificial selection of dogs.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a ring species, as exemplified by the Greenish Warbler?

A species that has remained unchanged over generations.

A species that has expanded geographically and evolved into distinct species.

A species that has evolved into a new species over time.

A species that can interbreed with all its variants.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What fallacy do creationists commit when arguing against macro-evolution?

Ad hominem fallacy.

Slippery slope fallacy.

Equivocation fallacy.

Straw man fallacy.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do creationists define 'kind' in their argument against macro-evolution?

As a group of organisms that share the same habitat.

As a group of organisms with a common ancestor.

As a group of organisms with similar physical traits.

As a group of organisms that can interbreed.

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