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Graves Bethlehem Regents Questions Topic 5

Total questions: 37

Worksheet time: 36mins

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Class
Date
1.

An example of a population in which evolution could take place in a relatively short period of time could be

a)

pathogenic bacteria exposed to antibiotics

b)

oak trees in a stable ecosystem

c)

elephants living in a wildlife preserve

d)

algae grown under constant conditions

2.

In the photograph below, two fish are displaying a behavior commonly observed among pairs of rabbitfish. While one has its head down feeding on coral, the other remains upright, alert for predators.


This behavior continues to be present in the rabbitfish population because

a)

this behavior was learned by observing other fish species

b)

both fish could not fit into the small spaces in the coral

c)

this behavior increases their chance of survival

d)

the fish species needed to become alert to survive

3.

A genetic change that occurs in a body cell of a mouse will not contribute to the evolution of the species because

a)

body cell mutations will cause the cell to die before it reproduces

b)

the evolution of a species can result from changes in reproductive cells, not body cells

c)

random changes are repaired by enzymes before they are passed on to offspring

d)

the evolution of a species is caused by natural selection, not genetic variation

4.

Gene mutations can be caused by many things. These mutations are biologically important because they

a)

occur at a regular rate and therefore can be controlled

b)

can be passed to the offspring if they occur in any cell of the body

c)

are always harmful and therefore help to eliminate weak traits

d)

can result in a new variety of gene combinations in the species

5.

Maintaining a rich variety of genetic material that may lead to discoveries useful to humans can be ensured by

a)

preserving biodiversity

b)

increasing cloning

c)

asexual reproduction

d)

selective breeding

6.

A section of the mammalian evolutionary tree is shown.


Which number would indicate the most recent common ancestor of the hyrax, elephant, and manatee on the section of this mammalian evolutionary tree?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

7.

Evolution can occur at different rates; however for evolution to occur there must be

a)

variation within the species

b)

extinction of the species

c)

asexual reproduction

d)

no changes in the genes of an organism

8.

Evolution is defined as a(n)

a)

Idea that organisms better suited for their environment will survive and reproduce

b)

Any physical or behavioral characteristic that helps an organism to better survive

c)

Theory that organisms have changed gradually over a long period of time to form mew organisms

9.
Humans, birds, whales, and lizards all have similar arm bones. What is the reason for this?
a)
The function of these bones is the same in all animals
b)
They live in similar environments
c)
They have a common ancestor
d)
All organisms resemble humans
10.

The process of sexual reproduction is an important part of the process of evolution. One reason for this is that meiosis and fertilization directly produce many new

a)

antigens

b)

variations

c)

species

d)

pathogens

11.

Certain chemicals, such as cytochrome C, are found within cells of all living organisms. The biochemical structure of cytochrome C in ground finches and in tree finches is very similar. This suggests that tree finches and ground finches have

a)

identical DNA

b)

a common ancestor

c)

evolved at the same time

d)

the same nesting site

12.

The extremes of dry and wet weather of the Galapagos Islands cause the food supply to constantly change. During dry years, the food is mainly large, hard seeds, and finches with large beaks are found in greater numbers. Which statement best explains this observation?

a)

Dry environments cause mutations in finches.

b)

Finches grow larger when they have more water.

c)

Small finches become smaller during dry seasons

d)

Large beak size is an adaptation to dry conditions.

13.

Which factor most likely contributed to the evolution of Galapagos Islands finches with different beak shapes?

a)

similar climates on the different islands

b)

competition between the finches for food

c)

cloning experiments carried out by native people on the islands

d)

increased rate of asexual reproduction

14.

Which mammal would be most closely related to a hippopotamus?

a)

deer

b)

whale

c)

pig

d)

cow

15.

Which statement best describes a relationship between the common ancestor and the other organisms in the diagram?

a)

The common ancestor most likely has segments of its DNA that will match each of the other organisms’.

b)

The common ancestor is more closely related to macaques than to gibbons.

c)

Orangutans and gorillas have exactly the same DNA as the common ancestor.

d)

Chimps and baboons were the first organisms to evolve from the common ancestor.

16.

A line representing an organism that is closely related to leaf monkeys and that evolved at about the same time as the gibbons would be drawn beginning at point

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

17.

In this diagram, the variety of beak sizes and shapes are adaptations directly related to successful

a)

feeding

b)

camouflage

c)

defense

d)

singing

18.

Which two organisms are most closely related?

a)

cyanobacteria and green algae

b)

red algae and spinach

c)

brown algae and red algae

d)

red algae and cyanobacteria

19.

What two factors can lead to the evolution of a species over time?

a)

overproduction of offspring and no variation

b)

changes in the genes of body cells and extinction

c)

struggle for survival and fossilization

d)

changes in the genes of sex cells and survival of the fittest

20.

Scientists at Penn State have sequenced the DNA of the extinct woolly mammoth. The data suggested that the woolly mammoth was more closely related to present-day elephants than previously believed.


Which statement could account for the similarities between the woolly mammoth and present-day elephants?

a)

Common gene mutations were caused by agents such as industrial chemicals and radiation

b)

Present-day species developed from earlier, different species

c)

Selective breeding results in offspring better able to survive.

d)

Both animals have identical genetic information

21.

After a lake dried up during a severe drought, a section of undisturbed rock layers was exposed. The layers are represented below.


This sequence of rock layers best illustrates the concept that

a)

the living and nonliving environment both change over time

b)

it is important to preserve the diversity of species and habitats

c)

new inheritable characteristics can result from the recombining of genes

d)

living organisms have the capacity to produce populations of unlimited size

22.

Natural selection produces changes most quickly in

a)

species with short reproductive cycles

b)

individual pathogens killed by antibiotics

c)

complex multicellular organisms

d)

individuals that produce a small number of offspring

23.

Survival of at least a few members of a population after a major environmental change is most dependent on

a)

the population having an individual that is adapted to the original environment

b)

the population having an individual that is adapted to great changes in the temperature in its environment

c)

variations in many different traits in many individuals in the population

d)

no variations in the color of the fur, skin, or feathers of the individuals in the population

24.

Fossils provide evidence that

a)

life on Earth millions of years ago was more complex than life is today

b)

the changes that will occur in species in the future are easy to predict

c)

many species of organisms that lived long ago are now extinct

d)

most species of organisms that lived long ago are exactly the same today

25.

A male frigatebird displays to the female by inflating its large red throat sac, throwing its head back, vibrating its wings, and producing a “drumming” sound with its throat sac. For the frigatebird, this behavior has most likely resulted in

a)

hiding from predators

b)

greater reproductive success

c)

locating new sources of food

d)

reduced population growth

26.

A farmer growing potatoes notices aphids, a type of insect, feeding on the plants. An insecticide was sprayed on the plants several times over a two-year period. The graph represents samples of three different generations of insecticide-resistant and nonresistant aphids over this time period.


In year three, the farmer discontinued the use of the insecticide. Which statement would best predict the population in generation 4?

a)

The nonresistant aphid would become extinct

b)

The nonresistant aphid population would likely increase

c)

The resistant aphid would mutate to a nonresistant aphid.

d)

The plants would be free of insect populations.

27.
a)

Natural Selection

b)

Succesion

c)

Reproduction

d)

Mouse Extinction

28.

If the same antibiotic is used too many times, it can become less effective against a certain type of bacteria. This observation is best explained by the

a)

presence of pathogens in antibiotics

b)

production of antibiotics by white blood cells

c)

replication of viruses that attack bacteria

d)

survival and reproduction of antibiotic resistant bacteria

29.
a)

use and disuse

b)

variation

c)

changes in nucleic acids

d)

transmission of acquired traits

30.

Of the 500 eggs produced by a certain female frog, only 10% developed into adult frogs. Which part of Darwin's theory does this best illustrate?

a)

Favorable variations are not inherited

b)

There is a struggle for existence among organisms

c)

Mutations occur by chance.

d)

Mating occurs in a random manner in a species

31.
a)

A bacterial population cannot survive exposure to antibiotics.

b)

This bacterial population cannot survive exposure to this antibiotic.

c)

Bacteria can change whenever it is necessary to survive antibiotic treatment.

d)

Some of the bacterial population was resistant to this antibiotic

32.
a)

species A was probably much larger than all the other species

b)

species J is adapted to the existing environment

c)

species C is a direct descendant of species I

d)

species E evolved from species G

33.
a)

Layer A

b)

Layer B

c)

Layer E

d)

Layer D

34.
The diagram illustrates an embryonic stage of two organisms.Which of the following can be determined by observing the embryos shown in the diagram? 
a)
The organisms share a common ancestry.
b)
The organisms belong to the same genus.
c)
The organisms are native to the same geographic areas.
d)
The organisms will grow into anatomically similar adults.
35.
Scientists have found evidence that about 2.4 million years ago a gene regulating jaw muscles mutated and may have led to the more graceful human jaw we see today. The diagram below shows the skulls of 3 hominid species.Which statement below most closely explains the link between jaw size and hominid evolution? 
a)
The jaws of hominids evolved to be smaller and less protruding over time. 
b)

The jaws of hominids evolved to be larger and more protruding over time. 

c)
There appears to be no change in the jaws of hominids over time.
d)
The jaws of hominids changed over time due to a change in brain size. 
36.
Which occurrence represents an example of evolution?
a)
 Exposure to radiation reduces the rate of mutation in leaf cells.
b)
A mutation in a liver cell causes a person to produce an enzyme that is less efficient.
c)
 Cells in a zygote eventually change into bone cells or skin cells
d)
Some antibiotics are almost useless, because pathogens have developed a resistance to these antibiotics.
37.

PART D - Scientists attempted to determine the evolutionary relationships between three different finch species,

A, B, and C.

In order to do this, they examined the physical characteristics and DNA of these species. DNA was extracted from all three species and analyzed using gel electrophoresis. The results are shown in the diagram.

Which statement best describes the method used above to determine the evolutionary relationships between three species of finches?

a)

Examine the structure of the beaks and compare them.

b)

Observe behavioral and physical characteristics of all the finches and group them by similarities.

c)

Obtain molecular evidence from all three species and identify similarities.

d)

Compare common ancestors of all three of the species to see if they are the same.