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Session<br />

2<br />

■42<br />

Coyotes and gray wolves have a high degree of relatedness. Which of<br />

these best describes why the two species are closely related?<br />

F<br />

G<br />

H<br />

J<br />

They have similar behaviors.<br />

They have a common ancestor.<br />

They feed on the same types of food.<br />

They are found in the same habitat.<br />

■43<br />

Which of these describes the role of the vole in the Yellowstone ecosystem?<br />

A<br />

decomposer<br />

B<br />

C<br />

D<br />

producer<br />

herbivore<br />

carnivore<br />

■44<br />

Scientists estimate that 200 non-native organisms have been introduced into<br />

Chesapeake Bay. Which of these statements is not true about non-native organisms?<br />

F<br />

G<br />

H<br />

J<br />

They often form mutualistic relationships with native organisms.<br />

They can deplete the food sources of native organisms.<br />

They are often aggressive at acquiring and maintaining territory.<br />

They can prey on native organisms causing them to go extinct.<br />

(1)MDB01379<br />

<strong>Biology</strong> <strong>Public</strong> <strong>Release</strong> <strong>2005</strong> Page 31<br />

Copyright © <strong>2005</strong> by Maryland State Department of Education.

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