The Beak of the Finch by Jonathan Weiner

1. What is the primary focus of 'The Beak of the Finch'?

A) The breeding habits of penguins
B) Evolution of finches in the Galapagos Islands
C) The migration patterns of geese
D) The nesting behaviors of sparrows

2. Who are the main scientists studied in 'The Beak of the Finch'?

A) Peter and Rosemary Grant
B) Charles Darwin
C) David Attenborough
D) Richard Dawkins

3. What critical event influences finch evolution described in the book?

A) Volcanic eruption
B) Earthquake
C) Hurricane
D) Drought

4. What specific trait of finches did the Grants primarily study?

A) Foot size
B) Beak size and shape
C) Wing length
D) Feather color

5. What concept does the book illustrate through the study of finches?

A) Intelligent design
B) Mutation theory
C) Genetic drift
D) Natural selection

6. How do changes in food supply affect finch populations?

A) They lead to changes in beak morphology.
B) They have no effect on finches.
C) They make finches migrate.
D) They cause all finches to die.

7. What type of finch is primarily discussed in the book?

A) House finches
B) Goldfinches
C) Bunting finches
D) Darwin's finches

8. Which important scientist's theories form the background for the book?

A) Cuvier's theories of catastrophism.
B) Lamarck's theory of acquired characteristics.
C) Gregor Mendel's genetic theories.
D) Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection.

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