Chapter 11.2 GOT IT!

Question 1

Lamarck’s theory of evolution included the supposition that traits developed over an individual’s _________ are passed on to his or her offspring.

Answer 1

lifetime

Question 2

The last chapters of ‘On the Origin of Species” summarize the theory if _______ descent.

Answer 2

common

Question 3

Darwin’s essential contribution to the science of evolutionary biology was that he collected numerous lines of ______ in support of the theory.

Answer 3

Evidence

Question 4

A _________ creates or effect cannot be objectively observed, so hypotheses including these effects are not testable by the scientific method.

Answer 4

Supernatural

Question 5

Competing ideas about “how the world works” are referred to as alternative _______.

Answer 5

hypothesis