When and where was Charles Darwin born?
February 12th, 1809 in Shrewsbury, England.
Tell us about Charles Darwin's childhood.
Shrewsbury School, didn't like Latin & Greek, did science experiments in his backyard shed, wealthy family, five siblings, etc.
Where did Charles Darwin go to university? What did his father want him to do for a living?
Edinburgh; doctor or priest (vicar).
What was the name of the ship Charles Darwin took his famous voyage on?
The HMS Beagle.
Where did Charles Darwin and the crew of the HMS Beagle travel to? (5 pts. for each)
Galapagos Islands, Sydney, Azores, Montevideo, Falkland Islands, etc.
What bird was of special interest to Charles Darwin? Why?
Finches; different beaks adapted to eating different foods.
What does the word "evolution" mean? Does everybody believe in it?
Change over time. Yes.
Explain Darwin's Theory of Evolution.
Common ancestry; mutations; natural selection; millions of years.
What are some problems with Darwin's Theory of Evolution?
Not scientific, no evidence, irreducible complexity, fossil record, limits & nature of mutations, etc.
What was the most interesting thing you learned about Charles Darwin? Why?
Cool, thanks for sharing! / Wow, do you really not know?
