Darwin's Theory and Contributions

Charles Darwin, initially uninterested in formal studies, embarked on a pivotal journey aboard the Beagle, where his observations in the Galapagos Islands laid the groundwork for his theory of natural selection. Upon returning, he married Emma Wedgewood and focused on his research, eventually publishing 'On the Origin of Species', which revolutionized biology by introducing the concept of evolution through natural selection.

What was one of Charles Darwin's early interests that differed from his formal studies?

• Music

• Hunting

• Painting

• Mathematics

What was the name of the ship on which Darwin traveled around the world?

• HMS Victory

• HMS Endeavour

• HMS Beagle

• HMS Discovery

Which location was crucial for Darwin's observations that led to his theory of natural selection?

• Fiji Islands

• Canary Islands

• Galapagos Islands

• Hawaiian Islands

How many years did Darwin spend on his voyage instead of the expected two years?

• Six years

• Five years

• Four years

• Three years

What was one of the reasons Darwin listed against marriage?

• Better social status

• Loss of freedom

• Increased travel opportunities

• More time for studies

How many children did Charles Darwin have?

• Five

• Seven

• Twelve

• Ten

What process did Darwin compare to natural selection in his studies?

• Artificial selection

• Genetic mutation

• Spontaneous generation

• Natural breeding

What was the main challenge Darwin faced when presenting his ideas on evolution?

• Scientific support

• Public outrage

• Financial constraints

• Lack of evidence

What was the title of Darwin's book that introduced the concept of natural selection?

• On the Origin of Species

• The Expression of Emotions

• The Descent of Man

• The Voyage of the Beagle

How did Darwin's book 'On the Origin of Species' impact the field of biology?

• It supported the idea of spontaneous generation

• It was banned in many countries

• It unified the concept of evolution

• It was largely ignored