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Topic 3 Lesson 2

Topic 3 Lesson 2

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Science

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6th - 8th Grade

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MS-LS4-4, HS-LS3-1, HS-LS3-2

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According to Darwin's theory, what is the main factor that determines which individuals are more likely to survive and reproduce?

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Their ability to adapt to the environment

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Their physical strength

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Their intelligence

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Their speed

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the three factors identified by Darwin that affect the process of natural selection?

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Overproduction

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Variation

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Competition

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Mutation

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Multiple Choice

How does hereditary variation contribute to the survival of a species?

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It allows some individuals to be better suited to their environment.

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It ensures all individuals are identical.

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It decreases the chances of survival for all individuals.

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It prevents any change in the population.

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The struggle among living things to get the necessary amount of food, water, and shelter is called

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Multiple Select

Which statements about Darwin's understanding of genes and heredity are correct?

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Darwin knew exactly how traits were passed from parents to offspring.

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Darwin did not know where variations came from.

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Darwin believed tiny particles from parents' bodies passed into offspring.

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Darwin understood the role of DNA in heredity.

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According to Darwin's theory, individuals that are better adapted to their environment are more likely to

and reproduce.

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