With this evidence of evolution reading, students learn about fossils, homologous structures, vestigial structures, embryology, and evidence from DNA. Then, they answer related questions on a corresponding worksheet.
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In this activity, students will:
- READ an article that discusses the primary evidence for evolution, such as fossils, homologous structures, vestigial structures, embryology, and similarities in DNA.
- ANSWER text-dependent reading comprehension questions. No prior knowledge is required – all info comes from the text!
Key Terms Covered:
- biological evolution
- common ancestor
- fossils
- law of superposition
- homologous structures
- vestigial structures
- embryo
- DNA
Teacher Notes:
- NGSS Standards: MS-LS4-2, MS-LS4-3, HS-LS4-1
- INCLUDES AN ANSWER KEY.
- Please note: This evidence of evolution reading is not editable.
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Related Standards:
- NGSS MS-LS4-2: Apply scientific ideas to construct an explanation for the anatomical similarities and differences among modern organisms and between modern and fossil organisms to infer evolutionary relationships.
- NGSS MS-LS4-4: Construct an explanation based on evidence that describes how genetic variations of traits in a population increase some individuals’ probability of surviving and reproducing in a specific environment.
