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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9: On the Imperfection of the Geological Record.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is instinct NOT well-defined?
(a) It covers too many behaviors.
(b) No one can agree on a definition for instinct.
(c) It is elusive.
(d) They change rapidly.

2. What is one way to observe the change in a species in a controlled environment?
(a) Create hybrids.
(b) Learn about extinct animals.
(c) Observe wild animals.
(d) Observe captive animals.

3. What species of bees builds inefficient hives?
(a) Hive-bees.
(b) Yellow jackets.
(c) Honeybees.
(d) Bumblebees.

4. Who believed that humans would fall into starvation because they could not meet the needs of the population?
(a) Maltus.
(b) Darwin.
(c) Newton.
(d) Hooker.

5. What is unique about white cats with blue eyes?
(a) They are not seen in the wild.
(b) They do not reproduce.
(c) They are blind.
(d) They are deaf.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following tends to live over larger areas?

2. What is one unique characteristic of the European cuckoo?

3. What do large shifts in geology promote in species?

4. What is the best example of traits that continue to vary?

5. What is one variation found in birds that migrate?

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