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Classifying organisms using a classification key

The starter and exit quiz of the lesson “Classifying organisms using a classification key”, from the unit “Species and classification (differences between species)” (Year 8 Science) by Oak National Academy.

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12 questions

  1. Which classification level has groups called ‘Animals’, ‘Plants’ and ‘Fungi’?
  2. A species is a group of organisms which …
  3. The frog (*Rana temporaria*) and toad (*Bufo bufo*) are both animals. Which statement correctly describes the difference between?
  4. Starting with the largest, sort these groups into order of size.
  5. Which option shows the correct way to format the binomial name for a mushroom?
  6. Match the classification level with the name of the daisy (*Bellis perennis*).
  7. Match the animal to its correct classification class.
  8. Select the classification level which will have the greatest number of organisms with the most differences between them.
  9. Taxonomy is the practice of:
  10. We can use a ___ to accurately put organisms into groups based on questions about their characteristics.
  11. Use the classification key to classify a dolphin.
  12. Which student offers a reason why we classify organisms?

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