Yabelo Ifa Boru Bording Secondary School Grade 9 Biology

Unit Five (5) Classification System

Work sheet
1. Which of the following is the most fundamental reason for the development of biological
classification systems?
A. To determine the exact age of all living organisms.
B. To easily identify and communicate about diverse organisms, facilitating
scientific study and understanding.
C. To predict future evolutionary pathways of species.
D. To establish a hierarchy of intelligence among different life forms.
2. Without a systematic classification system, which of the following challenges would
scientists most likely face when studying newly discovered organisms?
A. Difficulty in performing genetic sequencing.
B. Inability to observe their natural habitat.
C. Confusion in naming and grouping new species, hindering information exchange.
D. Lack of resources to collect specimens.
3. Classification helps in understanding evolutionary relationships by:
A. Proving that all species evolved from a single common ancestor.
B. Grouping organisms based on shared derived characteristics, suggesting common
ancestry.
C. Assigning organisms to categories based solely on their geographic distribution.
D. Exclusively focusing on the physical size of organisms.
4. The primary purpose of organizing living organisms into hierarchical groups is to:
A. Provide a structured framework for storing and biological information efficiently.
B. Minimize the number of species known to science.
C. Reflect their increasing complexity from simple to advanced forms.
D. Create a standardized list of all extinct species.
5. According to the most widely accepted biological species concept, a species is defined as:
A. A group of individuals those look morphologically similar.
B. A group of individuals that share the same ecological niche.
C. A group of individuals those are able to breed successfully with one another in
nature and produce fertile offspring.
D. A group of individuals that live in the same geographic area.
6. Which of the following pairs represents individuals of the same species based on the
biological species concept?
A. A horse and a donkey (produce a mule).
B. Two domestic dogs (e.g., a Labrador and a Poodle).
C. A lion and a tiger (produce a liger).
D. A polar bear and a grizzly bear (rarely interbreed in nature).
7. The production of a mule from a horse and a donkey, which is sterile, illustrates which
aspect of the species definition?
A. They are different species because their offspring are infertile.
B. They are the same species because they can interbreed.
C. Sterility is irrelevant to the species definition.
D. This concept only applies to plants.
8. The system of binomial nomenclature was primarily developed by:
A. Charles Darwin
B. Gregor Mendel
C. Carl Linnaeus
D. Louis Pasteur
9. What is the fundamental principle of binomial nomenclature?
 A. Each organism has a single, unique name consisting of two parts: genus and
species.
B. Organisms are named based on their physical appearance alone.
C. Each organism has a common name that changes with location.
D. Organisms are given names in their native language.
10. In the scientific name Homo sapiens, "Homo" represents the:
A. Species name
B. Genus name
C. Specific name
D. Family name

11. The second part of a scientific name (e.g., sapiens in Homo sapiens) is called the:
A. Genus
B. Family
C. Species
D. Order
12. One of the main advantages of using scientific names over common names is that
scientific names:
A. Are typically shorter and easier to remember.
B. Are universal and avoid confusion caused by regional common names.
C. Provide information about an organism's behavior.
D. Are always in the native language of the discoverer.
16. Which of the following is the correct format for writing the scientific name of an
organism?
A. Genus species (both italicized, genus capitalized, species lowercase)
B. Genus Species (both capitalized, not italicized)
C. genus species (both lowercase, italicized)
D. Genus species (only genus capitalized, not italicized)
17. If a new species of beetle is discovered, its scientific name would typically be assigned
by:
A. A consensus vote among local community members.
B. The discoverer, following established taxonomic rules and publishing the
description.
C. An international committee that meets annually to approve all new names.
D. Randomly selecting a name from a pre-approved list.
18. When writing a scientific name, if it is handwritten, what formatting convention should
be followed?
A. Underline both parts of the name.
B. Bold only the genus name.
C. Use quotation marks around the entire name.
D. Write it in all capital letters.
19. Which of the following is an example of a correctly written scientific name?
A. Panthera Tigris
B. homo sapiens
C. Zea Mays
D. Canis familiaris
20. If two different species share the same genus name, what does this imply about their
evolutionary relationship?
A. They are distantly related and have converged on similar traits.
B. They are very closely related and share a recent common ancestor.
C. They are in different families but the same order.
D. They cannot successfully interbreed.
21. The specific epithet (second part of the scientific name) must always be:
 A. Capitalized.
B. The same as the common name.
C. Preceded by the genus name.
D. A single, descriptive word.
26. What is the correct scientific name for humans?
A. Homo Sapiens
B. Homo sapiens
C. Homo sapiens
D. homo sapiens
27. To which family do all modern humans belong?
A. Pongidae
B. Gorillidae
C. Hominidae
D. Simiidae
28. The scientific name for the domestic chicken is Gallus gallus domesticus. What does
the third term (domesticus) indicate?
A. It is an alternative genus name.
B. It indicates species.
C. It refers to its wild ancestor.
D. It is a common name.
E. not classified under the genus Canis.
29. The use of binomial nomenclature is particularly crucial for:
A. Helping children learn animal names easily.
B. Ensuring that scientists worldwide help to identify a particular species regardless
of language barriers.
C. Allowing for local variations in species names.
D. Reducing the total number of names for organisms.
30. Consider a newly discovered bacterium that reproduces asexually. Which aspect of the
biological species concept poses a challenge for classifying it?
A. Its ability to cause disease.
B. Its nutritional requirements.
C. Its inability to interbreed to produce fertile offspring.
D. Its microscopic size.
31. The scientific name for the potato is Solanum tuberosum, and for the tomato is
Solanum lycopersicum. This indicates that potatoes and tomatoes:
A. Are the same species.
B. Belong to the same genus but are different species.
C. Are distantly related, belonging to different families.
D. Cannot be grown in the same climate.
32. If a local community in Ethiopia refers to a specific plant as "Gesho" and another
community in Nigeria refers to a similar-looking plant as "Uji," why is the use of a
scientific name essential for international botanical research on these plants?
A. To avoid confusion occurred as a result of local name.
B. To ensure the plant's nutritional value is correctly understood.
C. To respect the local cultural names.
D. To determine the market price of the plants.
33. The five-kingdom classification system, proposed by R.H. Whittaker in 1969,
primarily differentiates organisms based on which of the following criteria?
A. Cell structure (prokaryotic/eukaryotic), mode of nutrition, and body organization
(unicellular/multicellular).
B. Genetic similarity, reproductive strategies, and ecological role.
C. Habitat, locomotion, and body symmetry.
D. Geographic distribution, lifespan, and behavioral patterns.
34. Amoebas, Paramecium, and Euglena are classic examples of organisms belonging to
which kingdom, known for its diverse and often motile members?
A. Monera
B. Animalia
C. Fungi
D. Protista
35. Organisms in the Kingdom Fungi are typically:
A. Autotrophic, unicellular, and possess chloroplasts.
B. Heterotrophic, eukaryotic, and obtain nutrients by absorption.
C. Prokaryotic, colonial, and reproduce by binary fission.
D. Photosynthetic, multicellular, and have roots, stems, and leaves.
36. The cell walls of fungi are primarily composed of:
A. Cellulose
B. Peptidoglycan
C. Chitin
D. Lignin
37. Which of the following is a universal characteristic of organisms in the Kingdom
Plantae?
A. They are heterotrophic and move freely.
B. They are multicellular, eukaryotic, and primarily autotrophic (photosynthetic).
C. They reproduce exclusively by spores.
D. They lack cell walls and have nervous systems.
38. Bryophytes (e.g., mosses) are considered primitive plants because they lack:
A. True roots, stems, and leaves, and a well-developed vascular system.
B. Chlorophyll and cell walls.
C. The ability to reproduce sexually.
D. A nucleus in their cells.
39. Pteridophytes (e.g., ferns) represent an advancement over bryophytes due to the
presence of:
A. Seeds
B. Flowers
C. A vascular system (xylem and phloem)
D. Fruits
40. Gymnosperms (e.g., conifers like pines) are distinguished by:
A. Reproducing via flowers and fruits.
B. Having naked seeds, usually borne on cones.
C. Requiring water for fertilization.
D. Lacking a vascular system.
41. Angiosperms are the most diverse and widespread group of plants, primarily
characterized by their:
A. Spores and rhizoids.
B. Naked seeds and cones.
C. Flowers and fruits that enclose seeds.
D. Dependence on water for reproduction.
42. Which of the following is a major division of the Kingdom Plantae that includes
grasses, and corn?
A. Bryophytes
B. Gymnosperms
C. Dicots (a class within Angiosperms)
D. Monocots (a class within Angiosperms)
43. Which of the following is a defining characteristic of organisms in the Kingdom
Animalia?
A. Prokaryotic, unicellular, and autotrophic.
B. Multicellular, eukaryotic, heterotrophic by absorption, and with chitin cell walls.
C. Multicellular, eukaryotic, heterotrophic by ingestion, and typically motile at some
stage of life.
D. Autotrophic, multicellular, and possess a vascular system.
44. Organisms in Phylum Porifera (e.g., sponges) are unique among animals for their:
A. Radial symmetry and stinging cells.
B. Lack of true tissues and organs, relying on filter feeding through pores.
C. Segmented bodies and jointed appendages.
D. Ability to photosynthesize.
45. Flatworms (Phylum Platyhelminthes), such as tapeworms and flukes, are notable for
their:
A. Pseudocoelom and complete digestive tract.
B. Segmented body and exoskeleton.
C. Bilateral symmetry, flattened body, and often a sac-like gut (incomplete digestive
system).
D. Presence of a backbone.
46. Roundworms (Phylum Nematoda) are characterized by their:
A. Cylindrical (round) shape and a complete digestive tract.
B. Segmented body and parapodia.
C. Absence of a digestive system.
D. Water vascular system and tube feet.
47. Earthworms and leeches belong to Phylum Annelida, distinguished by their:
A. Exoskeleton and jointed legs.
B. Body covered by a shell.
C. Absence of a circulatory system.
D. Segmented body, true coelom, and cloth circulatory system.
48. Which phylum includes the most diverse group of animals, characterized by a
segmented body, exoskeleton, and jointed appendages?
A. Mollusca
B. Echinodermata
C. Arthropoda
D. Annelida
49. Snails, clams, and octopuses belong to Phylum Mollusca, which are characterized by:
A. A hard exoskeleton and metamorphosis.
B. A soft body, often protected by a shell, and a muscular foot.
C. A water vascular system and radial symmetry in adults.
D. Spiny skin and five-fold radial symmetry.
50. Starfish, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers belong to Phylum Echinodermata, known for
their:
A. Bilateral symmetry and complete digestive tract.
B. Spiny skin, five-fold radial symmetry in adults.
C. Absence of a nervous system.
D. Parasitic lifestyle.
51. The fundamental difference between vertebrates and invertebrates is the presence or
absence of a:
A. Complete digestive system.
B. Body cavity (coelom).
C. Backbone (vertebral column).
D. Central nervous system.
52. Which of the following is a characteristic shared by all vertebrates?
 A. External fertilization.
B. Warm-blooded (endothermic).
C. Presence of a notochord during embryonic development, which typically develops
into a vertebral column.
D. Absence of lungs for respiration.
53. The class of vertebrates characterized by being aquatic, typically ectothermic (cold-
blooded), having gills for respiration, and fins for locomotion is:
A. Amphibia
B. Reptilia
C. Fish (Pisces)
D. Mammalia
54. Which vertebrate class is characterized by having a larval stage that breathes with gills
and lives in water, and an adult stage that often lives on land and breathes with lungs
and through skin?
A. Fish
B. Amphibia
C. Reptilia
D. Aves
55. Organisms in the Class Reptilia (e.g., snakes, lizards, crocodiles) are generally
characterized by:
A. Moist skin, external fertilization, and larval stages.
B. Dry, scaly skin; typically lay amniotic eggs on land; and are ectothermic.
C. Feathers, hollow bones, and internal fertilization.
D. Mammary glands, hair/fur, and endothermy.
56. The platypus and echidna are unique mammals classified as monotremes because they:
A. Give live birth.
B. Lay eggs.
C. Have pouches for their young.
57. A newly discovered single-celled organism is observed under a microscope. It has a
nucleus, mitochondria, and it moves using flagella. It obtains nutrition by engulfing
other small organisms. To which kingdom would it most likely be classified?
A. Monera (Bacteria)
B. Fungi
C. Protista
D. Plantae
58. You observe a plant that has parallel leaf venation and its floral parts are in multiples
of three. Which of the following is also a highly probable characteristic of this plant?
A. A taproot system.
B. Vascular bundles arranged in a ring in the stem.
C. A fibrous root system.
D. The presence of two cotyledons in its seed.
59. A marine biologist discovers an sessile organism attached to a rock. It has no true
tissues, filters water for food, and has a porous body. To which phylum does this
organism most likely belong?
A. Cnidaria
B. Porifera
C. Mollusca
D. Echinodermata
60. The transition from aquatic to terrestrial life presented significant evolutionary
challenges. Which vertebrate class is considered the first to successfully colonize land,
though still highly dependent on water for reproduction?
A. Fish
B. Amphibia
C. Reptilia
D. Mammalia