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The Beak of the Finch by Jonathan Weiner - Quiz
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  • 1. What is the primary focus of 'The Beak of the Finch'?
A) Evolution of finches in the Galapagos Islands
B) The migration patterns of geese
C) The nesting behaviors of sparrows
D) The breeding habits of penguins
  • 2. Who are the main scientists studied in 'The Beak of the Finch'?
A) Richard Dawkins
B) Peter and Rosemary Grant
C) Charles Darwin
D) David Attenborough
  • 3. What critical event influences finch evolution described in the book?
A) Hurricane
B) Volcanic eruption
C) Drought
D) Earthquake
  • 4. What specific trait of finches did the Grants primarily study?
A) Wing length
B) Foot size
C) Feather color
D) Beak size and shape
  • 5. How do changes in food supply affect finch populations?
A) They lead to changes in beak morphology.
B) They make finches migrate.
C) They cause all finches to die.
D) They have no effect on finches.
  • 6. What concept does the book illustrate through the study of finches?
A) Intelligent design
B) Genetic drift
C) Mutation theory
D) Natural selection
  • 7. Which important scientist's theories form the background for the book?
A) Lamarck's theory of acquired characteristics.
B) Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection.
C) Gregor Mendel's genetic theories.
D) Cuvier's theories of catastrophism.
  • 8. What type of finch is primarily discussed in the book?
A) Bunting finches
B) Goldfinches
C) Darwin's finches
D) House finches
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