His Life
His Work
His Travels
His Theory
His Influence
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Englishmen born in 1809
Who was Charles Darwin
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"Origin of Species"
What is the name of Darwin's most important work?
100
The finches on the Galapagos Islands
What is one of his most influential studies?
100
The Theory of Evolution and Natural Selection
What were Darwin's two main ideas called?
100
He changed the world with his theories
What was the effect of his work?
200
First studied to be a doctor but them changed his mind and trained to be a minister
As a young student, what did Darwin want to be when he grew up?
200
The Galapagos Islands near Equador, South America
Where did Darwin conduct most of his studies?
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The good part of 5 years from (1831-1836)
How long did Darwin travel and study abroad?
200
That changes occur over long periods of time and that all present day species have evolved in a slow, gradual process from a few early, primitive organisms?
What is the Theory of Evolution?
200
The creation story in the Bible.
What is the other popular idea that people of Darwin's time believed in?
300
Biology, Geography, and Geology
While studying to be a minister, what did Darwin become interested in?
300
"Survival of the Fittest"
His concept can be summarized in one phrase..What is it?
300
False - He was one of the few who could read and write. He was also very scientific minded and made his observations, drawings, and did his research as a scientist.
True or False: Charles Darwin traveled the world as an accidental tourist and was lucky to go on the trip?
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The process by which life changes and evolves.
What is natural selection?
300
His notes, drawings, and journal entries.
What is the most important contribution that Darwin made to science that supported his theories on evolution and natural selection?
400
The professor who recommended that Darwin accept an invitation to travel on The Beagle because he was "just the man they were looking for."
What was Professor Henslow of Cambridge.
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Naturalist on the British survey ship, the HMS Beagle.
What was Darwin's job on the Beagle?
400
He kept a very extensive journal of notes, drawings, and observations.
How did Darwin keep track of his travels?
400
False - his theories are still quite controversial today.
True or False: Darwin's theories were well respected and widely accepted.
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Evolutionary Biology
What was the branch of biology that he developed?
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He is remembered for his groundbreaking work in the field of evolution - and was the first evolutionary biologist.
What is Darwin remembered for?
500
Australia, the Pacific Islands, and South America
Where did Darwin travel?
500
The Theory of Evolution and Natural Selection.
Based upon his scientific work, what conclusions did he draw and present to the world?
500
Change
What is another word for EVOLUTION?
500
Yes - it's part of the evolutionary process
Could Darwin support his belief in the biology of extinction?
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