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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2: Variation Under Nature.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do domestic ducks have lighter wings and heavier feet then wild ducks?
(a) This is a false statement.
(b) Domestic ducks walk less.
(c) Different species.
(d) Domestic ducks walk more.

2. What is the difference between the two types of variations discussed in Chapter 1: Variation Under Domestication?
(a) The area affected by the variation.
(b) Location of variation.
(c) Degree of variation.
(d) The species that variations happen to.

3. What tends to occur in large groups of genera?
(a) They live over large areas.
(b) They become varieties.
(c) They divide into smaller groups.
(d) They never inter-breed.

4. Which of the following tends to live over larger areas?
(a) Mammals.
(b) Species.
(c) Subspecies.
(d) Variations.

5. With respect to breeders, what leads to the development of different varieties of species when breeding?
(a) Natural selection.
(b) Accidental selection.
(c) Genetic selection.
(d) Purposeful selection.

Short Answer Questions

1. When is the only time a rational conclusion can be reached on a theory?

2. Which of the following refers to a scientist who studies living creatures?

3. What do Naturalists suggest is one definite distinction between a species and a variety?

4. What would a variety do in order to become a new species?

5. What is unique about white cats with blue eyes?

(see the answer key)

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