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6.75 Classification and Scientific Names Worksheet

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This Grade 6 Science worksheet provides structured practice on 6.75 Classification and Scientific Names. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Classification and Scientific Names - Which statement best describes classification and scientific names? (DCI LS4.A)

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Science

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

Which example best matches the idea that classification is like nested folders?

AA species contains many genera.

BA genus contains many families.

CA family contains many orders.

DA family contains multiple genera, and each genus contains multiple species.

Solution & Explanation:Taxonomic groups nest: families contain genera, and genera contain species. That matches folders within folders.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

Two names appear in a student report: 1) Danaus plexippus 2) Danaus Plexippus

Which statement best explains the issue with name 2 in binomial nomenclature?

AIt is fine; capitalization is optional.

BIt is wrong because genus should be lowercase.

CThe species epithet should be lowercase (and the binomial is typically italicized in typed work).

DIt is wrong because scientific names must be in English.

Solution & Explanation:The genus is capitalized, but the species epithet is lowercase. Name 2 incorrectly capitalizes the species word.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

A new fossil shares a unique trait with a known clade, but it also has traits that look different because of its environment.

Which approach best fits modern classification?

AUse only environmental traits because they are easiest to see.

BUse the diagnostic clade trait plus additional evidence (many traits, and if possible molecules) to place it based on ancestry.

CClassify it by its common name.

DIgnore traits and classify by color.

Solution & Explanation:Modern classification emphasizes ancestry. A diagnostic trait can place the fossil in a clade, while multiple traits help avoid being misled by environment-shaped adaptations.

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This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 6 Science students. It aligns with educational standard SCI.6.75 (Grade 6 science practice and review on classification and scientific names.).