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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What is one reason that some species' traits are different from other species?
2. What bodily system do some scientists believe is responsible for producing individual differences?
3. What happens to a species if their traits and characteristics are not passed down to the next generation?
4. What term refers to those organisms that survive despite the struggle for resources?
5. What typically happens when varieties are inter-breed?
Short Essay Questions
1. What are four objections raised to the theory of natural selection?
2. Why does Darwin suggest his methods of study are inadequate?
3. Why are the laws of inheritance still not understood?
4. What must be examined in order for Darwin's theory to be considered plausible?
5. How can the geology of mountains and valleys be related to natural selection?
6. How does natural selection explain why organisms pair with other organisms?
7. How does Darwin propose a theory that goes against long-held popular belief?
8. What is the importance of indefinite variations?
9. How do variations occur in the wild?
10. What was Darwin's specific interest in the living species?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Darwin's theory raised concerns and many objections by the religious community during his time. This theory, even today, is opposed by this community. Do you think these objections are warranted? Explain your answer.
Essay Topic 2
Darwin uses the scientific method. How does he study nature and species using this method, and what is the significance of this method?
Essay Topic 3
Darwin uses inductive reasoning throughout his work. What is inductive reasoning? Why is this so important to the study of natural selection? Is inductive reasoning scientific? Explain your answer.
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