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8.11B Changes to the Environment

Total questions: 217

Worksheet time: 5hrs 27mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Insecticides are sprayed over a large area in an effort to reduce the number of grasshoppers that are eating the corn plants. How will this change affect this food chain? 
a)
The number of grasshoppers will increase
b)
The number of lizards will increase
c)
The number of lizards and hawks will decrease
d)
The number of grasshoppers, lizards, and hawks will decrease
2.
An organism that cannot adapt to changes in the environment will most likely - 
a)
produce more offspring
b)
die
c)
change its traits to survive
d)
store more food
3.
All of the following are examples of environmental changes that can be caused by humans except - 
a)
clearing land for housing developments
b)
pesticides
c)
volcanic eruption
d)
pollution
4.
In the 1850s, Thomas Austin released approximately twenty-four rabbits from Europe into the Australian countryside. By 1900, tens of millions of rabbits were found all over the Australian continent. The warm Australian climate, abundant farmland, and crops provided the perfect habitat for the rabbits. The rabbits caused extensive damage to all vegetation, and the lack of plants increased soil erosion. Why were the rabbits so successful? 
a)
the rabbits competed with local herbivores for food
b)
the rabbits did not have natural predators
c)
erosion of soil benefited the rabbits
d)
diseases helped decrease rabbit populations
5.
In the 1850s, Thomas Austin released approximately twenty-four rabbits from Europe into the Australian countryside. By 1900, tens of millions of rabbits were found all over the Australian continent. The warm Australian climate, abundant farmland, and crops provided the perfect habitat for the rabbits. The rabbits caused extensive damage to all vegetation, and the lack of plants increased soil erosion. What biotic factor caused the Australian environment to change? 
a)
climate
b)
erosion
c)
producers
d)
rabbits
6.
A giraffe’s niche is feeding on the canopy of trees.  What physical biological trait must the giraffes keep in order to support this niche?
a)
a long neck
b)
small antenna
c)
short ears
d)
large brown spots
7.

What are a catastrophic events?

a)

Events that are naturally occurring such as pollution and smog. These are generally bad for the environment but are necessary for evolution.

b)

Events that occur naturally such as flooding, deforestation, and land-slide. These change the shape of the land which is better for the environment.

c)

Occurrences caused by human made changes that affect the environment. These changes are generally good for the environment and can improve the biodiversity of a habitat.

d)

Natural occurrences that generally have a negative effect on people and or the environment that is affects. These events can cause damage to the shape of the land and to the lives of the people and other living organisms.

8.

Which of the following is the best definition for Short Term Environmental changes?

a)

Short-term environmental changes tend to not affect the environment and the organisms living in it since it happens rather quickly.

b)

Short-term environmental changes do not have a significant effect on the environment.

c)

Short-term environmental changes, like droughts, floods, and fires do not give populations time to adapt to the change and force them to move or become extinct. The changes happen rather quickly and there is no time for adaptations to occur which can lead to massive die-off.

d)

Short-term environmental changes, like pollution, deforestation, and ice age give populations time to adapt to the change and force them to move or become extinct.

9.

Which of the following are considered to be Short-term environmental effects?

a)

Hurricanes

b)

Tornados

c)

Flooding

d)

Deforestation

e)

Wildfire

10.

Which of the following is the best definition for Long-term environmental changes?

a)

Long-term environmental changes tend to not affect the environment and the organisms living in it since it happens rather quickly.

b)

Long-term environmental changes do not have a significant effect on the environment.

c)

Long-term environmental changes, like droughts, floods, and fires do not give populations time to adapt to the change and force them to move or become extinct. The changes happen rather quickly and there is no time for adaptations to occur which can lead to massive die-off.

d)

Long-term environmental changes, like pollution, deforestation, and ice age are much more gradual and allow populations to adapt. Overtime, organisms that are affected by these changes have a chance to survive as they can develop adaptations that will help them cope with the change.

11.

Which of the following are considered to be Long-term environmental effects?

a)

Pollution

b)

Droughts

c)

Climate Change

d)

Deforestation

e)

Urbanization

12.

Which of the following are characteristics of Short-term environmental changes?

a)

Organisms do not have the time to develop adaptations.

b)

Changes occur slowly overtime.

c)

changes occur quickly.

d)

Affects organisms immediately.

e)

Forces the organisms to leave and it can lead to death and extinction.

13.

Which of the following are characteristics of Long-term environmental changes?

a)

It can lead to changes in organisms or genetic variations that better suit the environment for survival.

b)

Changes occur slowly overtime.

c)

Changes occur quickly.

d)

It can cause ecosystems to change.

e)

Affects organisms over long periods of time or over several generations.

14.

A type of environmental change that can lead to genetic variations in organisms to better suit the environment.

a)

Long-term

b)

Short-term

15.

A type of environmental change that affects organisms immediately as it happens quickly.

a)

Long-term

b)

Short-term

16.

A type of environmental change where changes occur quickly and do not give time for organisms to develop adaptations, which can sometimes lead to die-offs or extinctions.

a)

Long-term

b)

Short-term

17.

A type of environmental change that can cause changes in the ecosystem which will affect organisms in that environment over several generations.

a)

Long-term

b)

Short-term

18.

What is an example of how organisms respond to short term changes in the environment?

a)

Animals tend to eat a lot more.

b)

Animals will hibernate.

c)

Animals must be able to adapt to a new environment.

d)

Animals will go extinct or die due to the short term change.

19.

What two environmental changes can be found in this image?

a)

pollution and climate change

b)

climate change and urbanization

c)

deforestation and pollution

d)

urbanization and deforestation

20.

Biodiversity is

a)

changes in an environment

b)

variety of life

c)

characteristics of organisms

21.

environmental change is described as

a)

breeding of organisms

b)

a disturbance in the environment

c)

changes in genetic material

22.

no longer living or existing

a)

endangered

b)

mutated

c)

extinct

23.

differences between members of the same species

a)

variation

b)

selective breeding

c)

abundance

24.
The environmental impact of mining includes erosion, loss of biodiversity,contamination of soil and water
a)
This is a short term impact.
b)
This is a long term impact.
25.
Which of the following will have the longest term impact on organisms in an ecosystem?
a)
flooding
b)
oil spill
c)
blizzard
d)
global warming
26.
Due to several days of downpours the rivers have overflowed their banks causing localized flooding.
a)
This is a long term impact.
b)
This is a short term impact.
27.

Which of these activities is most likely to have a negative impact on Earth's environment?

a)

Planting Trees

b)

Constructing highways

c)

Recycling paper and plastic

d)

None of the above

28.

What effect would building a highway have on an ecosystem?

a)

Increase butterfly migration

b)

Decrease in destruction of habitat

c)

Increase in Carbon dioxide

d)

Increase in oxygen

29.

Scientific evidence predicts events that will occur because of overpopulation of grazers. Which of the following is NOT a change caused by the overpopulation of grazers?

a)

Grazers have less food to eat.

b)

Grazers wonder into unnatural habitats.

c)

Grazers have access to unlimited resources.

d)

Grazers are susceptible to more diseases.

30.

Humans are part of the ecosystem and therefore impact it. Which of the following events in an ecosystem may produce a negative effect?

a)

Preventing deer from depleting food resources

b)

Restoring a natural habitat

c)

Wildfire rangers minimizing disturbances

d)

A lumber company clearing a forest

31.

All the following are ways humans can adversely change the ecosystem EXCEPT

a)

waste dumping

b)

using biodegradable products

c)

overhunting animals

d)

industrial pollution

32.

Hunting is an environmental management tool that helps control wildlife populations. Hunting is an example of

a)

the deer population creating a change in an ecosystem

b)

the food chain creating a change in an ecosystem

c)

humans creating a change in an ecosystem

d)

a cycle creating a change in an ecosystem

33.

During the construction of a mall, a lake was filled in. This would have the greatest negative effect on organisms that -

a)

hunt for berries

b)

live in water

c)

sleep in trees

d)

burrow in soil

34.

An Oregon truffle is a type of fungus that grows underground in moist soil near fir trees and reproduces using spores instead of seeds. Which of the following environmental changes would likely cause a decrease in the truffle population in an area?

a)

More than average rainfall in a forest

b)

Counting and recording the amount of truffles

c)

Wind spreading the truffles' spores all around

d)

Cutting down the fir trees and planting crops

35.

There are many large-mouth bass, a type of fish, living in a small lake near Waco, Texas. How would increased fishing in the lake effect the lake ecosystem?

a)

Predators might starve due to loss of food source

b)

Population of bass' prey would decrease

c)

Bass would spend more time swimming near the surface

d)

Water in the lake would decrease due to more fishing in the lake

36.

The ecosystem of some dairy cows includes the fields in which they graze, eating the grass they need. Too many cows can be harmful to their ecosystem because they could -

a)

produce too much milk

b)

scare away predators

c)

raise the temperature

d)

remove all the vegetation

37.

For a certain area, over a five year period, data was collected on the human population as well as the population of birds. The data supports which of the following hypotheses?

a)

Birds depend on humans to put bird food in feeders

b)

Humans often hunt animals that prey on birds

c)

Many humans enjoy observing the bird environment

d)

Building more houses for humans removes trees birds need

38.

How could beavers building a dam cause an increase in fish population? The dam -

a)

blocks a river and creates a large lake

b)

forces many birds to leave

c)

removes trees from around the river

d)

causes predators to hunt more fish

39.

Alligators are the large predators that eat many of the smaller animals in a swamp. How might removing the alligators from a swamp habitat create a decrease in vegetation?

a)

meat-eating animals would be eating plants

b)

plants in the swamp would get more sunlight

c)

plants would not be able to spread their seeds

d)

more plant-eating animals would survive

40.

European rabbits were released into the Australian wild in 1859. They had no predators and found plenty of grasses, roots, fruit and seeds to eat. Rabbits likely impacted the Australian ecosystem in all of the following ways EXCEPT –

a)

decrease in number and types of plants

b)

fewer animals with a diet that includes plants

c)

erosion of soil held in place by plants

d)

shorter time for plants to produce seeds

41.

A highway is built through a forest. This will most likely have which of the following effects on the organisms in the area?

a)

increase the number of bird species in the forest

b)

raise the birth rate of animals on the forest floor

c)

eliminate all species of plants in the forest

d)

make it difficult for animals to move through the forest

42.

Pesticides like DDT pollute the environment. How does this affect wildlife?

a)

Pesticides harm wildlife and reduce their populations.

b)

Pesticides help wildlife and increase their populations.

c)

Pesticides do not affect wildlife at all.

d)

Pesticides harm wildlife and increase their populations.

43.

How do oil spills affect the environment?

a)

They do not affect the environment.

b)

They have a minimal impact on the environment.

c)

They pollute the environment and reduce populations of organisms.

d)

The pollute the environment but increase populations of organisms.

44.

What happens when invasive species are added to an ecosystem?

a)

They compete with native organisms or prey on them for food.

b)

They reduce populations of native organisms.

c)

Both A and B above are correct.

d)

None of the above are correct.

45.

Plants/producers are the foundation of every food chain. What will happen in periods of increased rainfall?

a)

Every population in the ecosystem will be reduced.

b)

Every population in the ecosystem will increase.

c)

Populations of organisms are not affected by rainfall.

d)

None of the above

46.

What will happen to population sizes if a change is too severe?

a)

They will not be able to survive and reproduce.

b)

They might become endangered or extinct.

c)

Both A and B are correct.

d)

None of the above.

47.

When an environment changes, some organisms are better adapted to deal with the change. What will these organisms do?

a)

They will survive and reproduce, passing on their genetic traits.

b)

They will survive but they will not reproduce.

c)

They will not be able to pass on their genetic traits.

d)

None of the above

48.

What is the name of the process by which populations become adapted to environmental change?

a)

Biodiversity

b)

Natural selection

c)

Selective breeding

d)

Codominance

49.

How do organisms such as Daphnia adapt more quickly?

a)

They have a short generation time. They mature and reproduce in just days.

b)

They have a longer generation time so they can adapt faster.

c)

They mature and reproduce in years.

d)

None of the above

50.

Write the definition for short term environmental change.

4 lines
51.

Write the definition for long term environmental change.

4 lines
52.

Snowshoe hares are related to rabbits and live in cold regions. In warm weather, they have a brown coat and spend many hours feeding on vegetation. To avoid predators they either remain still and try to blend into their habitat, or use their powerful hind legs to flee. What change brought about by the winter season would help these animals avoid predators in the snowy climate?

a)

Their bodies slow down and require less food.

b)

They spend more of the day sleeping.

c)

Their brown fur changes to white.

d)

They must search longer to find vegetation.

53.

The Venus Fly Trap (Dionaea muscipula) is a plant, and like all other green plants, gets its energy from the Sun through photosynthesis. This plant, however, catches flies and breaks down their bodies using chemicals to meet its needs. Which environmental condition has led to this adaptation?

a)

Excessive insect populations

b)

Soil with few nutrients

c)

Low atmospheric oxygen

d)

Increased average daily temperatures

54.

Three-toed tree sloths are mammals which live in the jungle trees of Central and South America. The majority of a sloth’s diet consists of leaves and buds from trees. As rainforest habitats are being destroyed, how will these organisms most likely be affected?

a)

Most sloths will become carnivores.

b)

The sloth population will likely decrease.

c)

Some sloths will start to hibernate.

d)

A cave-dwelling population will appear.

55.

Lions and cheetahs prey on wildebeests that graze in the grasslands of the African savanna. What likely effect would increased rainfall over several rainy seasons have on the populations of wildebeests, lions, and cheetahs?

a)

All three populations would increase.

b)

The wildebeests populations would decrease, and the lion and cheetah populations would increase.

c)

The wildebeests would increase, and the lion and cheetah populations would decrease.

d)

All three populations would decrease.

56.

DDT is a pesticide that was once widely used to control agricultural pests and mosquitoes. However, this pesticide caused the eggshells of certain birds, including the brown pelican, to become fragile and thin. The adults would then accidentally crush the eggs while trying to incubate them.

What happened to the brown pelican populations as a result of DDT use by humans?

a)

The populations increased much more slowly

b)

The populations decreased as fewer eggs survived long enough to hatch.

c)

The populations remained stable over time.

d)

The populations increased as pelicans laid more eggs so that more offspring would survive.

57.

If global climate change leads to the elimination of snow in the habitat of white-tailed ptarmigans, which adaptation is most likely to occur over many generations?

a)

Birds with white feathers in areas without winter snow will be easier for predators to find. Over time this could lead to white-tailed ptarmigans that have brown feathers throughout the year.

b)

Birds with brown feathers in areas without winter snow will be easier for predators to find. Over time this could lead to white-tailed ptarmigans that have white feathers throughout the year.

c)

Birds with white feathers will be easier to see on the ground in the summer. Over time this could lead to white-ptarmigans that have white feathers throughout the year.

d)

Birds with brown feathers will be easier to see on the ground in the winter. Over time this could lead to white-tailed ptarmigans that have brown feathers throughout the year.

58.

Scientists are studying the effects of climate change on the Baltic Sea. Some scientists predict that if current trends continue, the Baltic Sea will become less salty, and it will contain less dissolved oxygen. As a result of these changes, the Baltic Sea will have less biodiversity.

Which statement best explains why biodiversity of the Baltic Sea could decrease if these changes occur?

a)

Fewer types of plants and animals are found in warm water than in cool water.

b)

Plants and animals adapted for living in saltwater will grow more slowly in water that has less salt.

c)

Plants and animals adapated for living in saltier conditions will not be able to survive and reproduce.

d)

Animals adapted for living in warm water will eat all the plants and animals adapted for living in cool water.

59.

an inherited characteristic that increases an organism's chance of survival

a)

biodiversity

b)

environmental change

c)

adaptation

60.

Biodiversity is

a)

changes in an environment

b)

variety of life

c)

characteristics of organisms

61.

the possibility a species could become extinct

a)

endangered

b)

mutation

c)

sustainability

62.

environmental change is described as

a)

breeding of organisms

b)

a disturbance in the environment

c)

changes in genetic material

63.

the ability of an ecosystem to stay healthy & productive over time

a)

sustainability

b)

environmental change

c)

adaptations

64.

differences between members of the same species

a)

variation

b)

selective breeding

c)

abundance

65.
Temperature, light, air, water, and soil are all  _____  parts of the environment
a)
alive
b)
biotic 
c)
abiotic
d)
living
66.
The environmental impact of mining includes erosion, loss of biodiversity,contamination of soil and water
a)
This is a short term impact.
b)
This is a long term impact.
67.
Due to several days of downpours the rivers have overflowed their banks causing localized flooding.
a)
This is a long term impact.
b)
This is a short term impact.
68.

Causes changes in DNA of the organism causing adaptations.

a)

Short term impact

b)

Long term impact

69.
Affects organism immediately
a)
Short term impact
b)
Long term impact
70.

What is an example of how organisms respond to short term changes in the environment?

a)

Animals tend to eat a lot more.

b)

Animals will hibernate.

c)

Animals must be able to adapt to a new environment.

d)

Animals will go extinct or die due to the short term change.

71.

What kind of environmental change is shown in the picture above?

a)

Short term

b)

Long term

72.

What two environmental changes can be found in this image?

a)

pollution and climate change

b)

climate change and urbanization

c)

deforestation and pollution

d)

urbanization and deforestation

73.

which one of these is a solution that can help resolve/reduce global warming? Select all that apply.

a)

Reuse, Reduce and Recycle!

b)

Share a ride, ride the bus, bike to school!

c)

Plant a tree!

d)

Blow into the air to produce more Carbon Dioxide in order to help plants live longer!

74.

Short-term natural ecological change is caused by

Select all that apply.

a)

volcanic eruptions

b)

tectonic plate movement

c)

earthquakes

d)

tsunamis

e)

hurricanes

75.

Long-term natural ecological change is caused by

Select all that apply.

a)

earthquake

b)

cycle of Earth's tilt and orbit

c)

tectonic plate movement

d)

tornado

e)

change in sun's solar energy output

76.

What is an example of how organisms respond to short term changes in the environment?

a)

Animals tend to eat a lot more.

b)

Animals will hibernate.

c)

Animals must be able to adapt to a new environment.

d)

Animals will go extinct or die due to the short term change.

77.

What kind of environmental change is shown in the picture above?

a)

Short term

b)

Long term

78.

What two environmental changes can be found in this image?

a)

pollution and climate change

b)

climate change and urbanization

c)

deforestation and pollution

d)

urbanization and deforestation

79.

Natural Disasters such as, earthquakes, flooding, and volcanic eruptions can cause ...

a)

short term changes

b)

long term changes

80.

which one of these is a solution that can help resolve/reduce global warming? Select all that apply.

a)

Reuse, Reduce and Recycle!

b)

Share a ride, ride the bus, bike to school!

c)

Plant a tree!

d)

Blow into the air to produce more Carbon Dioxide in order to help plants live longer!

81.

A great amount

a)

abundance

b)

inherited characteristic

c)

variety of life

82.

an inherited characteristic that increases an organism's chance of survival

a)

biodiversity

b)

environmental change

c)

adaptation

83.

Biodiversity is

a)

changes in an environment

b)

variety of life

c)

characteristics of organisms

84.

environmental change is described as

a)

breeding of organisms

b)

a disturbance in the environment

c)

changes in genetic material

85.

changes in the genetic material of a cell

a)

mutation

b)

adaptation

c)

variation

86.

no longer living or existing

a)

endangered

b)

mutated

c)

extinct

87.

A natural process resulting in changes to an organism leading to adaptations.

a)

Natural Selection

b)

selective breeding

c)

environmental change

88.

breeding organisms for a desired trait

a)

variation

b)

Natural Selection

c)

selective breeding

89.

differences between members of the same species

a)

variation

b)

selective breeding

c)

abundance

90.

An _______________ is made up of the living and nonliving things in an environment that work together for a purpose.

a)

habitat

b)

biotic

c)

ecosystem

d)

economy

91.
A living or once-living organisms in an ecosystem is a
a)
population
b)
biotic factor
c)
abiotic factor
d)
community
92.
All the organisms of a particular type living in the same place at the same time is called a _______.  An example is a herd of deer.
a)
population
b)
community
c)
resource
d)
ecosystem
93.
Field mice eat corn. Which would most likely happen if the field mouse population grew?
a)
There would be more corn to feed the field mice.
b)
There would be less corn due to the mice eating it.
c)
The habitat would get overpopulated because the mice woudl eat too much.
94.
The environmental impact of mining includes erosion, loss of biodiversity,contamination of soil and water
a)
This is a short term impact.
b)
This is a long term impact.
95.
Which of the following will have the longest term impact on organisms in an ecosystem?
a)
flooding
b)
oil spill
c)
blizzard
d)
global warming
96.
Due to several days of downpours the rivers have overflowed their banks causing localized flooding.
a)
This is a long term impact.
b)
This is a short term impact.
97.
Has an immediate impact!
a)
Short Term
b)
Long Term
98.
Global Warming
a)
Short Term
b)
Long Term
99.
Permanent change to an ecosystem
a)
Short Term
b)
Long Term
100.
Can cause extinction
a)
Short Term
b)
Long Term
101.

What is an example of how organisms respond to short term changes in the environment?

a)

Animals tend to eat a lot more.

b)

Animals will hibernate.

c)

Animals must be able to adapt to a new environment.

d)

Animals will go extinct or die due to the short term change.

102.

What two environmental changes can be found in this image?

a)

pollution and climate change

b)

climate change and urbanization

c)

deforestation and pollution

d)

urbanization and deforestation

103.

Natural Disasters such as, earthquakes, flooding, and volcanic eruptions can cause ...

a)

short term changes

b)

long term changes

104.

an inherited characteristic that increases an organism's chance of survival

a)

biodiversity

b)

environmental change

c)

adaptation

105.

Biodiversity is

a)

changes in an environment

b)

variety of life

c)

characteristics of organisms

106.

environmental change is described as

a)

breeding of organisms

b)

a disturbance in the environment

c)

changes in genetic material

107.

An _______________ is made up of the living and nonliving things in an environment that work together for a purpose.

a)

habitat

b)

biotic

c)

ecosystem

d)

economy

108.
A living or once-living organisms in an ecosystem is a
a)
population
b)
biotic factor
c)
abiotic factor
d)
community
109.
Field mice eat corn. Which would most likely happen if the field mouse population grew?
a)
There would be more corn to feed the field mice.
b)
There would be less corn due to the mice eating it.
c)
The habitat would get overpopulated because the mice woudl eat too much.
110.
Which of the following will have the longest term impact on organisms in an ecosystem?
a)
flooding
b)
oil spill
c)
blizzard
d)
global warming
111.
Due to several days of downpours the rivers have overflowed their banks causing localized flooding.
a)
This is a long term impact.
b)
This is a short term impact.
112.

ASTEROID IMPACT

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

113.

BLIZZARD

a)

SHORT

b)

LONG

114.

ACID RAIN

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

115.

DEFORESTATION

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

116.

EARTHQUAKE

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

117.

DROUGHT

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

118.

FIRES

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

119.

EXTINCTION

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

120.

FLOODS

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

121.

HABITAT DESTRUCTION

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

122.

TECTONIC PLATE MOVEMENT

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

123.

ICE AGE

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

124.

RADIOACTIVE WASTE

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

125.

TSUNAMI

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

126.

UV RADIATION FROM THE SUN

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

127.

WATER POLLUTION

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

128.

OVERFISHING

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

129.

URBANIZATION

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

130.

LAND POLLUTION

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

131.

RIVER DAM

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

132.

SEASONS

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

133.

CLIMATE CHANGE

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

134.

ASTEROID IMPACT

a)

SHORT TERM

b)

LONG TERM

135.

What is an example of how organisms respond to short term changes in the environment?

a)

Animals tend to eat a lot more.

b)

Animals will hibernate.

c)

Animals must be able to adapt to a new environment.

d)

Animals will go extinct or die due to the short term change.

136.

What kind of environmental change is shown in the picture above?

a)

Short term

b)

Long term

137.

What two environmental changes can be found in this image?

a)

pollution and climate change

b)

climate change and urbanization

c)

deforestation and pollution

d)

urbanization and deforestation

138.

Natural Disasters such as, earthquakes, flooding, and volcanic eruptions can cause ...

a)

short term changes

b)

long term changes

139.

which one of these is a solution that can help resolve/reduce global warming? Select all that apply.

a)

Reuse, Reduce and Recycle!

b)

Share a ride, ride the bus, bike to school!

c)

Plant a tree!

d)

Blow into the air to produce more Carbon Dioxide in order to help plants live longer!

140.

A great amount

a)

abundance

b)

inherited characteristic

c)

variety of life

141.

an inherited characteristic that increases an organism's chance of survival

a)

biodiversity

b)

environmental change

c)

adaptation

142.

Biodiversity is

a)

changes in an environment

b)

variety of life

c)

characteristics of organisms

143.

environmental change is described as

a)

breeding of organisms

b)

a disturbance in the environment

c)

changes in genetic material

144.

changes in the genetic material of a cell

a)

mutation

b)

adaptation

c)

variation

145.

no longer living or existing

a)

endangered

b)

mutated

c)

extinct

146.

A natural process resulting in changes to an organism leading to adaptations.

a)

Natural Selection

b)

selective breeding

c)

environmental change

147.

breeding organisms for a desired trait

a)

variation

b)

Natural Selection

c)

selective breeding

148.

differences between members of the same species

a)

variation

b)

selective breeding

c)

abundance

149.

An _______________ is made up of the living and nonliving things in an environment that work together for a purpose.

a)

habitat

b)

biotic

c)

ecosystem

d)

economy

150.
A living or once-living organisms in an ecosystem is a
a)
population
b)
biotic factor
c)
abiotic factor
d)
community
151.
All the organisms of a particular type living in the same place at the same time is called a _______.  An example is a herd of deer.
a)
population
b)
community
c)
resource
d)
ecosystem
152.
Field mice eat corn. Which would most likely happen if the field mouse population grew?
a)
There would be more corn to feed the field mice.
b)
There would be less corn due to the mice eating it.
c)
The habitat would get overpopulated because the mice woudl eat too much.
153.

What is an example of how organisms respond to short term changes in the environment?

a)

Animals tend to eat a lot more.

b)

Animals will hibernate.

c)

Animals must be able to adapt to a new environment.

d)

Animals will go extinct or die due to the short term change.

154.

Natural Disasters such as, earthquakes, flooding, and volcanic eruptions can cause ...

a)

short term changes

b)

long term changes

155.

What are a catastrophic events?

a)

Events that are naturally occurring such as pollution and smog. These are generally bad for the environment but are necessary for evolution.

b)

Events that occur naturally such as flooding, deforestation, and land-slide. These change the shape of the land which is better for the environment.

c)

Occurrences caused by human made changes that affect the environment. These changes are generally good for the environment and can improve the biodiversity of a habitat.

d)

Natural occurrences that generally have a negative effect on people and or the environment that is affects. These events can cause damage to the shape of the land and to the lives of the people and other living organisms.

156.

Animals that live in the frigid regions of the North or South Pole must adapt to special conditions. Which of these could be a helpful adaptation for an organism that lives in the North Pole?

a)

Ability to fly or run fast

b)

Large paws for hunting

c)

Thick fur and layers of fat

d)

Hard shell around the body

157.

Some animals are adapted to survive harsh conditions. These animals drink very little and don't sweat. These adaptations make them well suited to what sort of environmental change?

a)

A steady decrease in temperature

b)

Earthquakes that create new landforms

c)

A long period of time with no rain

d)

The arrival of a new species of predator

158.

A drought is a long period of time with little rainfall. What kind of adaptation would most help a plant survive a drought?

a)

Storing water

b)

Growing quickly

c)

Producing seeds

d)

Attracting insects

159.

Which organ helps the fish to breath?

a)

GILLS

b)

FINS

c)

flippers

160.

Individuals in a population that have the traits needed to survive in the environment get to survive and reproduce. Their offspring inherit those traits. Over time, a greater percentage of the population will have those successful traits.

a)

Natural selection

b)

Selective breeding

c)

Artificial selection

d)

Mutations

161.

A mouse that is faced with environmental challenges, such as limited food, drought, and predators -

a)

Will either survive or die

b)

Can change its fur to be more camouflaged

c)

Can change the shape of its teeth to feed on different types of food

d)

Can begin migrating long distances in search of better habitat

162.

Cross-pollination of cucumber plants to increase overall length and disease resistance.


Natural selection [or] Selective breeding?

a)

Natural selection

b)

Selective breeding

163.

The struggle for resources (food, water, land) against other members (both in the same species and outside) is

a)

Competition

b)

Natural Selection

c)

gene flow

d)

genetic drift

164.

A characteristic or trait that helps an organism survive in its environment is a/an ​ ​ (a)  

Choose from the below words
adaptation
skill
variation
natural instinct
165.

Variation in​ (a)   would best help bison survive a harsh winter

Choose from the below words
fur thickness
Leg length
Hearing quality
Hoof size
166.

The gills have allowed a fish to adapt to living underwater because gills allow the fish to (a)  

167.

An inherited trait that helps those organisms that have it to survive

a)

niche

b)

structure

c)

characteristic

d)

adaptation

168.

Beak shape depends on...

a)

where birds live

b)

who they hang out with

c)

diet (fish or seeds)

d)

exercise

169.

A giraffe has a long neck in order to better reach leaves to eat. This is an example of _____.

a)

an adaptation

b)

environment

c)

response

d)

stimulus

170.
Which feature helps an animal hide from other animals?
a)
looking like a dangerous animal
b)
being the same color as the place it lives (camoflauge)
c)
having sharp claws or a strong shel
d)
having only a few young and caring for them
171.

which is the learned behavior?

a)

shape of beak

b)

monkey riding bicycle

c)

horse eating hay

d)

snake eating mice

172.

Which of the following is an inherited trait?

a)

swimming

b)

eye color

c)

skateboarding

d)

callused fingers

173.
Which feature of a rose helps it grow without being eaten by large animals?
a)
flowers with bright colors
b)
sharp thorns
c)
small seeds
d)
deep roots
174.
How do adaptations help animals?
a)
To escape animals
b)
to hunt for food
c)
to survive in their habitats
d)
All of these are correct
175.

Determine if the traits are structural or behavioral.

a)

Migration

1.

Behavioral because it makes animals move away and find better resources

b)

Hibernation

2.

Behavioral because it allows animals to save energy

c)

Camouflage

3.

Structural because it allows organisms to hide in plain sight

d)

Venom

4.

Structural because it is a chemical defense

e)

Storage of food in bulb

5.

Structural because it allows plants to save energy for later use

176.

A (a)   adaptation is the way an animal looks in order to help them survive.

177.
The source of all genetic material is...
a)
Protein
b)
cells
c)
DNA
d)
The brain
178.
Predict which moth would increase in population
a)
light 
b)
dark
179.
Why might some plants have thorns?
a)
to stay safe from animals that want to eat the plant
b)
to attract insects that spread pollen to other plants
c)
to take in nutrients from the air
d)
to provide shade for the plant
180.
Some grasses grow in hot dry areas. Why might they grow deep roots?
a)
to protect the plant from sun damage
b)
to take in as much light as possible
c)
to spread seeds to new places
d)
to reach water down below
181.
Coloring or another physical characteristic that help an organism blend in with its environment
a)
mimicry
b)
camouflage
c)
hibernation
d)
migration
182.
Base your answer(s) to question(s) on the diagram below and on your knowledge of biology. The diagram shows the heads of four different species of Galapagos Islands finches. 
 The four different types of beaks shown are most likely the result of 
a)
gene manipulation 
b)
natural selection 
c)
unchanging environmental conditions 
d)
patterns of behavior learned from parents 
183.
Which characteristic is necessary for natural selection to occur in a species? 
a)
stability 
b)
variation 
c)
complex cellular organization 
d)
a very low mutation rate 
184.
The different tools used during the beaks of finches lab represented 
a)
feeding adaptations in finches 
b)
nest construction adaptations 
c)
variations in seed size 
d)
variations in ecosystems 
185.
"Survival of the Fittest" describes which theory
a)
a) natural selection
b)
b) gravity
c)
c) heredity
d)
d) string theory
186.
What is the advantage of having different shaped beaks?
a)
To look different from other species.
b)
To be able to eat the food readily available in the environment.
c)
To protect itself against predators.
d)
To protect itself against prey.
187.
Why are advantageous traits more likely to be passed onto offspring?
a)
Because they are more likely to survive and reproduce.
b)
Because they come from dominant alleles.
c)
Because they come from recessive alleles.
d)
Because the trait is an acquired phenotype.
188.
Mutations are a change in what?
a)
DNA
b)
tRNA
c)
genotype
d)
phenotype
189.
All of these finches have different shaped beaks, they are an adaptation to gain access of 
a)
Water
b)
Food
c)
Shelter
190.
Individuals in a population have to compete for resources.
a)
Species
b)
Variation
c)
Mutation
d)
Competition
191.
What did the beak type of finches on different islands tell Darwin?
a)
Finch populations evolved over time to favor beaks based on food type
b)
Finch populations had not evolved over time
c)
The finch beaks had no relationship to the available food on the islands
d)
Humans artificially selected finches based on their desired beak type
192.
What do we call traits that increase an individual's chance to survive and reproduce?
a)
Maladaptations
b)
Adaption
c)
Variations
d)
Adaptations
193.
Drawn observed several different types of finches.  Why are there so many different types?
a)
Finches live in different places, but eat the same food.
b)
Finches live in the same place, but eat different types of food.
c)
Finches live in different habitats and eat different types of food.
d)
Finches are found all over the world.
194.
The differences among a species, like different bird beaks, are called
a)
genes.
b)
variations.
c)
traits.
d)
theories.
195.
Organisms with the most beneficial traits will survive.  This is commonly known as
a)
theory of evolution.
b)
variations.
c)
survival of the fittest.
d)
ecosystems.
196.
This scientist developed the theory of evolution as he studied the finches.
a)
Charles Darwin
b)
Isaac Newton
c)
Albert Einstein
d)
Marie Curie
197.
Behavioral changes of individuals of a species that allow for better survival. (Acquired traits)
a)
Variation
b)
Adaptation
c)
Behavior
d)
Environment
198.
Where the better adapted organisms survive to pass traits along to offspring.
a)
Evolution
b)
Natural Selection
c)
Extinction
d)
Artifical Selection
199.
What are the most studied animals in the galapagos?
a)
Finches
b)
Tortoises
c)
Turtles
d)
Lizards
200.
What is the advantage of having different shaped beaks?
a)
To look different from other species.
b)
To be able to eat the food readily available in the environment.
c)
To protect itself against predators.
d)
To protect itself against prey.
201.
Why are advantageous traits more likely to be passed onto offspring?
a)
Because they are more likely to survive and reproduce.
b)
Because they come from dominant alleles.
c)
Because they come from recessive alleles.
d)
Because the trait is an acquired phenotype.
202.
Do organisms "decide" to evolve and change?
a)
Yes, they know they need to change to survive 
b)
No, they change because of natural selection
203.

A yellow morph and green morph of an insect lives in the rainforest canopy. You would expect:

a)

the green population to increase and the yellow to decrease

b)

both populations should stay the same

c)

both populations will increase

d)

the green population to decrease and the yellow to increaseThis is a wrong answer

204.

What word describes a trait that helps an organism survive in its environment?

a)

natural selection

b)

mutation

c)

camouflage

d)

adaptation

205.
Dogs such as Chihuahuas are examples of....
a)
Artificial Selection 
b)
Natural Selection 
c)
Mutations 
206.

Natural Selection is driven by a change in the environment and survival of the

a)

Earth

b)

Fastest

c)

Fittest

d)

Biggest

207.

Why are advantageous traits more likely to be passed onto offspring?

a)

Because they are more likely to survive and reproduce.

b)

Because they come from dominant alleles.

c)

Because they come from recessive alleles.

d)

Because the organism knew it needed that trait, survives, and passes it on.

208.

Mutations are a change in what?

a)

DNA

b)

tRNA

c)

protein

d)

rRNA

209.
Why is the mouse population changing over time?
a)
The light mice can reproduce more successfully than the dark mice
b)
The hawks eat more dark mice than light mice because the dark mice taste better
c)
The hawks eat more light mice than dark mice because they can see the light mice more easily
d)
The hawks eat more dark mice than light mice because they can see the dark mice more easily
210.
What process is being shown in this image?
a)
Variation
b)
Natural Selection
c)
Selective Breeding
d)
Homeostasis
211.

Where do adaptations come from?

a)

The individual organism decides to adapt

b)

Mutations that give an organism an advantage in its environment

c)

Genetic recombination during meiosis

d)

Both mutations and genetic recombination are sources of adaptation

212.

"Organisms that are better adapted to the environment survive to pass traits to their offspring" is the definition of

a)

Natural Selection

b)

Evolution

c)

Selective Breeding

d)

Artificial Selection

213.

According to natural selection, light colored tree trunks would favor

a)

light colored moths

b)

dark colored moths

c)

red colored moths

d)

red and light colored moths

214.

Speciation can occur as a result of geographic isolation because _________.

a)

members of a species can no longer find mates

b)

populations that live in different environments may be exposed to different selection pressures

c)

exchange of genes during recombination

d)

movement of genes within a population because of interbreeding

215.

_______________ occurs when a population declines to a very small number then goes back up but results in a permanent loss of genetic diversity in the population (example: the Cheetah population)

a)

coevolution

b)

bottleneck

c)

archaeopteryz

d)

mutation

216.
What does the picture represent?
a)
Founder Effect
b)
Mutations
c)
Bottleneck effect
d)
Gene Flow
217.
What does the image represent?
a)
Founder effect
b)
Bottleneck effect
c)
Natural Selection
d)
Mutations

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