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Unit 6: Final Review 21-22

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The diagram shows the evolution of our modern day horse. Which of these is the best conclusion based upon this diagram?

a)

Changes to each animal was harmful and caused their extinction

b)

Traits acquired during the lifetime of each animal was passed to the next generation.

c)

Genes for beneficial traits were passed on, resulting in animals that were more fit for their environment.

d)

Extinction of each species was directly related to a catastrophic natural event.

2.

In which layer will the oldest fossils be found?

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

3.

A deer has a mutation that makes it darker than other deer of that species. This color allows it to better blend into its environment. Which statement would best describe this change?

a)

The change is beneficial because it is harder for predators to see it.

b)

The change is harmful because the deer cannot be seen by other deer.

c)

The change is neutral (neither good nor bad) because there is no benefit to the deer..

d)

The change will be fatal (deadly) because it can cause the deer to become sick.

4.

Which of the following is the best evidence that two animals belong to the same species?

a)

They live in the same habitat

b)

They can produce offspring together

c)

They eat the same type of food

d)

They have the same color fur

5.

Which term would complete Letter A in the levels of classification table?

a)

phylum

b)

order

c)

genus

d)

domain

6.

Which term would complete Letter B in the levels of classification table?

a)

phylum

b)

order

c)

genus

d)

domain

7.

The scientific name for humans is "Homo sapiens." What two levels of classification does this name represent?

a)

genus and phyllum

b)

order and family

c)

domain and kingdom

d)

genus and species

8.

The best evidence for evolution is

a)

the fossil record

b)

mutations

c)

adaptations

d)

cave drawings

9.

When a species such as the first modern horse gradually changes over time, it is in response to

a)

pressure to interact with humans

b)

pressure to create a large population

c)

pressure to become better hunters

d)

pressure to survive in changing environments

10.

Over time, some species evolved the ability to go dormant if conditions in their environment became challenging. This means that they can

a)

slow down normal body functions and go into a deep sleep

b)

adapt quickly to the environmental changes

c)

switch their diet to a resource that is more easily available

d)

relocate and live in a different biome