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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. What typically happens when varieties are inter-breed?
(a) Variations increase.
(b) Offspring are stronger.
(c) Variations die out.
(d) Offspring are weaker.

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

3. When are fossils typically preserved?
(a) During storms.
(b) Between periods of geological change.
(c) During earthquakes.
(d) In the winter.

4. What is one consequence of natural selection?
(a) Change must be small.
(b) Change cannot involve other organs.
(c) Change must benefit the environment.
(d) Change must benefit the species.

5. What other field of science can natural selection be compared to?
(a) Geology.
(b) Psychology.
(c) Physics.
(d) Biology.

Short Answer Questions

1. What typically happens to a species that begins to vary and forms two distinct species?

2. What does Darwin suggest about acquired traits in parents?

3. What can some amount of variation be attributed to?

4. What bodily system do some scientists believe is responsible for producing individual differences?

5. What is the primary cause for the struggle for survival between species?

(see the answer key)

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