Theory of Evolution
1. Why doesn’t the phrase “survival of the fittest” accurately reflect Darwin’s concept of the evolutionary fitness? (SC.912.L.15.13, SC.912.L.15.14)
2. Why is it said that natural selection acts on phenotypes rather than on the genetic material of an organism? (SC.912.L.15.13)
3. What are the benefits and consequences of artificial selection? Compare the similarities and differences between natural selection and artificial selection. (SC.912.L.15.13)
4. What are five factors that can lead to evolution occurring at the population level? (SC.912.L.15.14)
5. How is the idea of common descent supported by examples of homologous structures? (SC.912.L.15.1)
6. What is wrong with the statement “it hasn’t been proven?” (SC.912.N.3.1)
7. “A larger brain means a smarter organism.” Explain why this is true or false. (SC.912.L.15.10)
8. Draw a basic diagram of the brain identifying the cerebrum, cerebellum, medulla oblongata, midbrain, pons, and the four lobes (frontal, occipital, temporal and parietal). (SC.912.L.14.26)
State standards associated with each question is notated in parenthesis following the question. Content for the above questions may be found in Chapters 10, 11 & 29 in your textbook. For additional help see the [EOC Review Manual].
