WorksheetsSLO Benchmark
Total questions: 38
Worksheet time: 25mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Select the group of organelles that is common to both plant cells and animal cells.
a)
ribosomes, cell membrane, mitochondria, cytoplasm
b)
cytoplasm, mitochondria, cell wall, nucleus
c)
nucleus, cytoplasm, ribosomes, chloroplasts
d)
cell wall, ribosomes, cell membrane, mitochondria
2.
The level of organization in living things is cells, tissues, organs, and _____________.
a)
organelles
b)
functions
c)
systems
d)
ecosystems
3.
A cell divides to form two cells during a process called ________________.
a)
photosynthesis
b)
mitosis
c)
protein synthesis
d)
meiosis
4.
Cells perform many functions in living organisms. Which of the following processes occur in cells?
a)
Energy extraction
b)
Nutrient acquisition
c)
Excretion of wastes
d)
All of these
5.
What kind of cells send and receive messages?
a)
blood
b)
nerve
c)
bone
d)
muscle
6.
The diagram shows the structures of an animal cell. Which structure controls cell reproduction?
a)
structure 3, which is the nucleus
b)
structure 2, which is a lysosome
c)
structure 4, which is the cytoplasm
d)
structure 1, which is the cell membrane
7.
Which beak shape is best suited for reaching into long narrow flowers?
a)
short and stubby
b)
long and wide
c)
long and needle-like
d)
short and needle-like
8.
A scientist discovers a new organism. The organism is multi-cellular, eats other organisms for food, and moves freely from place to place. This organism most likely belongs to ___________.
a)
protist kingdom
b)
animal kingdom
c)
plant kingdom
d)
all of these
9.
Amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals make up a group known as tetrapods, animals with four limbs. All tetrapods share a common ancestor that evolved from a group of ancient fishes. The figure below shows a comparison of the bone structures of an early tetrapod and its fish ancestor. Why is the evolution of four limbs significant?
a)
It enabled animals to swim faster
b)
It enabled animals to move more easily on land
c)
It enabled animals to become more intelligent.
d)
all of these
10.
Which of the following is the correct definition of a learned behavior?
a)
unexplainable actions that certain species just do
b)
traits that are innately known and passed between generations
c)
actions that humans know from the time that they are born
d)
an adapted change of behavior due to experience
11.
Which of the following is true about the behavior of an organism?
a)
The behavior of an organism is influenced only by the environment in which it lives
b)
The behavior of an organism is influenced by both its heredity and its environment
c)
The behavior of an organism is influenced only by the traits it inherits from its parents
d)
The behavior of an organism is not influenced by either its heredity or its environment
12.
When a person has too much iron in his or her body, they have a disease called haemochromatosis. Haemochromatosis can be inherited if a person's body just does not handle iron properly. Could haemochromatosis also be caused by someone's environment?
a)
yes, if the person becomes allergic to metal
b)
yes, if the person eats too much iron
c)
no, because all diseases are only inherited
d)
no, because iron is only inherited
13.
Refer to the handout -- Your teacher gives you a plant that has vascular tissue, produces seeds, but does NOT produce flowers. What type of organism is it?
a)
Angiosperm
b)
Gymnosperm
c)
Fern
d)
Moss
14.
Female Canvasback ducks build their nests in a specific way that is consistent in all females of the species. Some scientists hypothesize that young female ducklings learn how to build a nest from their mothers. Other scientists hypothesize that nest building is an inherited behavior.
Dr. Frances observes Canvasback ducks in the wild to study whether nest building is a learned or inherited behavior. He observes that Canvasback females often lay eggs in the nest of other duck species as a breeding strategy.
In the population he is studying, one Canvasback female lays her eggs in the nest of a redhead duck, and another Canvasback female lays her eggs in the nest of a wood duck. The Canvasback ducklings that are hatched by other species do not observe their mothers building a nest. Redhead ducks and wood ducks build nests differently than Canvasback ducks. Dr. Frances writes down his observations from this population in the table shown below.
Dr. Frances observes Canvasback ducks in the wild to study whether nest building is a learned or inherited behavior. He observes that Canvasback females often lay eggs in the nest of other duck species as a breeding strategy.
In the population he is studying, one Canvasback female lays her eggs in the nest of a redhead duck, and another Canvasback female lays her eggs in the nest of a wood duck. The Canvasback ducklings that are hatched by other species do not observe their mothers building a nest. Redhead ducks and wood ducks build nests differently than Canvasback ducks. Dr. Frances writes down his observations from this population in the table shown below.
a)
Dr. Frances’ observations support the hypothesis that nest building is a learned behavior in Canvasback ducks.
b)
Dr. Frances’ observations provide support for both nest-building hypotheses.
c)
Dr. Frances’ observations support the hypotheses that nest building is an inherited behavior in Canvasback ducks.
d)
Dr. Frances’ observations do not provide support for either nest-building hypothesis.
15.
People around the world today can enjoy fruits such as oranges, grapes, and watermelon without having to pick out the seeds. How can farmers best ensure that grocery stores are well supplied with these seedless fruits?
a)
by removing all the seeds from the fruits after they are harvested
b)
by encouraging bees to only cross-pollinate seedless plants
c)
by selectively breeding seedless fruits
d)
by allowing fruit-bearing plants to naturally reproduce
16.
Alleles can be described as
I. dominant
II. recessive
III. codominant
IV. partially dominant
V. incompletely dominant
I. dominant
II. recessive
III. codominant
IV. partially dominant
V. incompletely dominant
a)
I and II only
b)
II, III, and V only
c)
I, II, and III only
d)
I, II, III, and V only
17.
Which of the following is true about natural selection?
a)
usually causes a species to change gradually
b)
is the only cause of changes in a species.
c)
does not cause a species to change.
d)
usually causes a species to change suddenly.
18.
Throughout the years, many crops and domestic animals have been selectively bred for desirable traits. For example, domestic dogs have been bred for characteristics such as temperament, color, and size.
How can selective breeding change the genetic makeup of such species?
How can selective breeding change the genetic makeup of such species?
a)
Some traits could become less common than they naturally would be.
b)
Some traits could become more common than they naturally would be.
c)
It could result in changes to the genetic diversity within the species.
d)
all of these
19.
Which of these is true about inherited traits?
a)
Every trait is controlled by only one gene.
b)
Traits may be determined by multiple genes.
c)
Traits always follow simple patterns of inheritance.
d)
All traits are inherited from only one parent.
20.
A _______ can be defined as a basic unit of hereditary information that influences a particular trait or group of traits.
a)
gene
b)
chromosome
c)
zygote
d)
genome
21.
The Savannah (A) is a hybrid domestic cat breed. It is the result of selectively breeding domestic cats with African servals (B) in order to produce the signature color markings and large size.Not all, but many of these Savannah cats are able to successfully reproduce with other domestic cats.
What could be a long-term effect of this type of selective breeding?
What could be a long-term effect of this type of selective breeding?
a)
Domestic cats could eventually evolve into servals.
b)
Servals could eventually evolve into domestic cats.
c)
Other cat breeds could evolve to mimic the markings of the serval.
d)
It could change the genetic makeup of the entire domestic cat species.
22.
Suppose in a particular ecosystem, the climate undergoes a gradual change, resulting in increased rainfall. Mosquitoes living in the ecosystem depend on water for reproduction. How will this climatic change most likely affect the survival of mosquitoes?
a)
It will force the mosquitoes to migrate to other ecosystems.
b)
It will lead to an increase in the mosquito population.
c)
It will not affect the survival of the mosquitoes in any way.
d)
It will lead to a decrease in the mosquito population.
23.
An aquatic food web is shown. Based on this food web, a shark is a ____________.
a)
decomposer
b)
scavenger
c)
producer
d)
consumer
24.
The Great Lakes region has both biotic and abiotic components.
Abiotic components include water, temperature, rainfall, and geological features. Biotic components include all of the animal and plant species in the area.
The ecosystem of the Great Lakes includes _______.
Abiotic components include water, temperature, rainfall, and geological features. Biotic components include all of the animal and plant species in the area.
The ecosystem of the Great Lakes includes _______.
a)
only the animal species that live in the Great Lakes region
b)
only the abiotic components of the Great Lakes region
c)
all of the biotic and abiotic components of the Great Lakes region
d)
only the plant and animal species that live in the Great Lakes region
25.
Which food chain below correctly represents information shown in the food web?
a)
Grass → Grasshopper → Frog → Duck
b)
Duck → Tadpole → Algae → Sunlight
c)
Grasshopper → Frog → Snake → Lizard
d)
Sunlight → Grass → Ant → Lizard
26.
The monarch butterfly can be found in a wide range of areas across Canada and the northern United States during the spring and summer. Monarch butterflies cannot survive the cold temperatures that occur during the winter in these areas.
In order to survive the winter, monarch butterflies...
In order to survive the winter, monarch butterflies...
a)
live underwater during the winter
b)
grow fur to keep them warm
c)
burrow into the ground
d)
migrate to warmer areas
27.
A deer is born with the ability to smell predators better than the other deer in its population. As a result, this deer has several seconds of warning every time wolves or other predators attack. This trait may be selected by natural selection because it increases the deer's _______.
a)
ability to survive
b)
ability to find food
c)
ability to select mates
d)
sense of safety
28.
The Earth's biodiversity is determined by the variety of all living organisms on Earth. In recent years, ecologists and other scientists have encouraged the preservation of global biodiversity through the protection and management of natural ecosystems.
Preserving the biodiversity of the Earth is important because...
Preserving the biodiversity of the Earth is important because...
a)
the diverse organisms of Earth's ecosystems provide services for humans that humans cannot replicate
b)
ecosystems are highly interconnected and the removal of even a few species can cause ecosystem disruption
c)
biodiversity increases ecosystem stability for a given type of ecosystem
d)
all of these
29.
Due to its ability to camouflage itself from predators, the White Peppered Moth of England was once much more abundant than the Black Peppered Moth. As the Industrial Revolution hit, factories began to release black soot which coated everything, including tree bark. Because the moths’ habitat was now darker, the white moth became much more susceptible to predators. At the same time, the Black Peppered Moth was now more protected and began to increase in number.
This story is an example of _________
This story is an example of _________
a)
mutation
b)
endangered species
c)
extinction
d)
natural selection
30.
Humans can impact the Earth in both positive and negative ways. Cutting down forests, mining for resources, and creating factories that produce toxic gases are several of the negative ways that humans can affect the environment.
Which of the following is an example of a positive way for humans to impact the Earth?
Which of the following is an example of a positive way for humans to impact the Earth?
a)
Humans can build several dams in a river to stop the natural flow of water or change its route.
b)
Humans can plant trees in areas where trees have been removed by loggers.
c)
Humans can remove rocks and soil and cut down trees in the process of constructing buildings.
d)
Humans can burn fossil fuels instead of using wind or solar power.
31.
Some organisms have favorable traits that are well-suited to the environment at hand. Organisms with this advantage are more likely to thrive, reproduce, and pass their traits to future generations than organisms without favorable traits.
This process is known as ____________
This process is known as ____________
a)
selective breeding
b)
artificial selection
c)
natural selection
d)
genetic engineering
32.
Pesticides are used on crops to prevent the crops from being eaten by pests such as insects. The chemicals in the pesticides kill the insects. Which of the following is a negative effect that could result from the increasing use of pesticides?
a)
The chemicals in the pesticides could kill many insects, resulting in humans having a greater source of food.
b)
The chemicals in the pesticides could cause the pests to start eating livestock instead, decreasing the amount of food available to humans.
c)
The chemicals in the pesticides could run off into water sources and contaminate them, which would kill many aquatic species.
d)
The chemicals in the pesticides could help the plants grow bigger and taller because they are no longer being eaten by pests.
33.
Some wildlife are living in a habitat. Human population growth causes a part of this habitat to be developed for housing. Which of the following could result from taking away part of the animals' natural habitat?
a)
All of the animals currently living in the habitat will leave and new animals will move in.
b)
The number of animals within the remaining habitat will decrease.
c)
The animals will become more comfortable with humans and many will live with the families as pets.
d)
Soon there will be a higher number of animals in the habitat.
34.
A landfill is an area that has been cleared out in order for humans to dispose of waste products.
Which of the following is the most likely result of the construction of a landfill?
Which of the following is the most likely result of the construction of a landfill?
a)
cleaner air
b)
decrease in pests
c)
purer groundwater
d)
soil contamination
35.
Millions of people around the world have cell phones. Cell phones that are thrown in the trash usually end up in landfills. This is a concern because cell phone batteries can leak toxic chemicals into the landfill. If chemicals from the landfill leak out into the soil, the chemicals can negatively affect the natural world by contaminating the soil and poisoning wildlife in the area.Which of the following is a way in which humans can reduce their impact on the natural world?
a)
People can recycle cell phone batteries so that the materials can be used again
b)
People can dispose of cell phones in facilities made for dealing with toxic waste.
c)
People can donate their old phones to others who can’t afford new phones.
d)
all of the above
36.
People use resources to get or make many things, including energy, food, housing, and fresh water. Which of the following resources is necessary in order to make food?
a)
petroleum
b)
solar energy
c)
forests
d)
stone
37.
Snails are invertebrates that have a soft body that they can pull into a hard outer shell. They also have a muscular foot that allows them to move. Snails inhabit land as well as the ocean. Some snails breathe using lungs, whereas others breathe with gills.
Snails are classified as _______.
Snails are classified as _______.
a)
segmented worms
b)
arthropods
c)
echinoderms
d)
mollusks
38.
One of the finches ate large, tough, thick seeds that needed to be crushed in order to be digested. Which finch most likely ate the thickest, toughest, and largest seeds?
a)
finch W
b)
finch Z
c)
finch X
d)
finch Y
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