Question: Reflection #3. Name TWO examples of an ‘axis mundi’ (a central place/space/city) that is considered more powerful and/or sacred to certain groups of people (ancient or modern). You can think of specific religious sites or secular sites that demonstrate how fundamental this idea still is, even outside of our ‘institutional’ religions.
Correct Answer: Mount Kunlun and the Ka’ba in Mecca
Question: Reflection #5 – In basic religions, which of the following would be considered part of our life’s sacred purpose?
Taking care of the land Taking care of one’s family Taking care of one’s ancestors through prayers and offerings Respecting the spirits and gods Planting Crops Hunting only the 3rd and 4th responses above all of the above none of the above; purpose is unique to each person. Answer Options: Taking care of the land Taking care of one’s family Taking care of one’s ancestors through prayers and offerings Respecting the spirits and gods Planting Crops Hunting only the 3rd and 4th responses above all of the above none of the above; purpose is unique to each person. Correct Answer: all of the above
Question: Reflection #8. Name several “magical” objects, gestures, words, and/or emotions that can shift the balance of power. Don’t think “Harry Potter stuff;” give an example of something that is actually used in the world (either in a religion OR in ordinary life).
Correct Answer: Praying, cursing, dancing, and sacrifices.
Question: What is the connection between DNA and proteins in our cells?
What is the connection between DNA and proteins in our cells? Answer Options: The double helix of DNA acts as a scaffold to support new protein molecules as they are made. The DNA sequence is copied into a molecule called RNA, which is used by ribosomes to make proteins. DNA is cut into shorter pieces that are then folded to form proteins. DNA is broken down into monomers, which are then recombined in a new order to make a protein. Correct Answer: The DNA sequence is copied into a molecule called RNA, which is used by ribosomes to make proteins.
Question: “Different amino acids have different shapes and can be joined with other amino acids in various orders to make proteins.” The preceding statement is…
“Different amino acids have different shapes and can be joined with other amino acids in various orders to make proteins.” The preceding statement is… Answer Options: True False Correct Answer: True
Question: Where are most free (unconnected) amino acids found in the cell?
Where are most free (unconnected) amino acids found in the cell? Answer Options: In the cell wall, where they provide a layer of insulation to keep the cells warm. In the nucleus, because DNA needs to be stored in acidic conditions. In the cytoplasm of the cell, where ribosomes incorporate them into protein chains. In the nucleus, where they are used to make RNA. Correct Answer: In the cytoplasm of the cell, where ribosomes incorporate them into protein chains.
Question: What is the correct order of these items, from SMALLEST to LARGEST, assuming all are inside the same organism? Hint: If one of these items is made up of another item, then it is bigger than that other item. If one of these things is inside another item, then it is smaller than that other item.
What is the correct order of these items, from SMALLEST to LARGEST, assuming all are inside the same organism? Hint: If one of these items is made up of another item, then it is bigger than that other item. If one of these things is inside another item, then it is smaller than that other item. Answer Options: cell, amino acid, protein, organ (of the body), whole animal amino acid, protein, cell, organ (of the body), whole animal protein, amino acid, cell, organ (of the body), whole animal protein, cell, amino acid, organ (of the body), whole animal Correct Answer: amino acid, protein, cell, organ (of the body), whole animal
Question: What is the relationship between genes and chromosomes?
What is the relationship between genes and chromosomes? Answer Options: Chromosomes contain genes, which are discrete regions of DNA that encode particular functions. All organisms have the same number of genes because they have the same number of chromosomes. Genes are typically made up of 300 to 1000 chromosomes. Genes connect different parts of the chromosome together, to give chromosomes their characteristic shape. Correct Answer: Chromosomes contain genes, which are discrete regions of DNA that encode particular functions.
Question: What is the connection between DNA and proteins in our cells?
What is the connection between DNA and proteins in our cells? Answer Options: The double helix of DNA acts as a scaffold to support new protein molecules as they are made. The DNA sequence is copied into a molecule called RNA, which is used by ribosomes to make proteins. DNA is cut into shorter pieces that are then folded to form proteins. DNA is broken down into monomers, which are then recombined in a new order to make a protein. Correct Answer: The DNA sequence is copied into a molecule called RNA, which is used by ribosomes to make proteins.
Question: “Different amino acids have different shapes and can be joined with other amino acids in various orders to make proteins.” The preceding statement is…
“Different amino acids have different shapes and can be joined with other amino acids in various orders to make proteins.” The preceding statement is… Answer Options: True False Correct Answer: True
Question: Where are most free (unconnected) amino acids found in the cell?
Where are most free (unconnected) amino acids found in the cell? Answer Options: In the cell wall, where they provide a layer of insulation to keep the cells warm. In the nucleus, because DNA needs to be stored in acidic conditions. In the cytoplasm of the cell, where ribosomes incorporate them into protein chains. In the nucleus, where they are used to make RNA. Correct Answer: In the cytoplasm of the cell, where ribosomes incorporate them into protein chains.
Question: What is the correct order of these items, from SMALLEST to LARGEST, assuming all are inside the same organism? Hint: If one of these items is made up of another item, then it is bigger than that other item. If one of these things is inside another item, then it is smaller than that other item.
What is the correct order of these items, from SMALLEST to LARGEST, assuming all are inside the same organism? Hint: If one of these items is made up of another item, then it is bigger than that other item. If one of these things is inside another item, then it is smaller than that other item. Answer Options: cell, amino acid, protein, organ (of the body), whole animal amino acid, protein, cell, organ (of the body), whole animal protein, amino acid, cell, organ (of the body), whole animal protein, cell, amino acid, organ (of the body), whole animal Correct Answer: amino acid, protein, cell, organ (of the body), whole animal
Question: What is the relationship between genes and chromosomes?
What is the relationship between genes and chromosomes? Answer Options: Chromosomes contain genes, which are discrete regions of DNA that encode particular functions. All organisms have the same number of genes because they have the same number of chromosomes. Genes are typically made up of 300 to 1000 chromosomes. Genes connect different parts of the chromosome together, to give chromosomes their characteristic shape. Correct Answer: Chromosomes contain genes, which are discrete regions of DNA that encode particular functions.
Question: “Because all living organisms have a unique DNA code/language, if DNA is moved from one organism to another, the recipient organism’s cells cannot understand the DNA it receives.” The preceding statement is…
“Because all living organisms have a unique DNA code/language, if DNA is moved from one organism to another, the recipient organism’s cells cannot understand the DNA it receives.” The preceding statement is… Answer Options: True False Correct Answer: False
Question: Which of the following lists the process of protein synthesis in the correct order, as it occurs in cells?
Which of the following lists the process of protein synthesis in the correct order, as it occurs in cells? Answer Options: Ribosomes read the RNA code and connect amino acids together in a chain. 2. Partial copies of DNA called RNA are made. 3. RNA moves into the cytoplasm. 4. The amino acid chain bends and folds. Partial copies of DNA called RNA are made. 2. RNA moves into the cytoplasm. 3. Ribosomes read the RNA code and connect amino acids together in a chain. 4. The amino acid chain bends and folds. RNA moves into the cytoplasm. 2. The amino acid chain bends and folds. 3. Partial copies of DNA called RNA are made. 4. Ribosomes read the RNA code and connect amino acids together in a chain. Correct Answer: Partial copies of DNA called RNA are made. 2. RNA moves into the cytoplasm. 3. Ribosomes read the RNA code and connect amino acids together in a chain. 4. The amino acid chain bends and folds.
Question: “Mature red blood cells do not have a nucleus or DNA.” The preceding statement is…
“Mature red blood cells do not have a nucleus or DNA.” The preceding statement is… Answer Options: True False Correct Answer: True
Question: “The human genome is made up of 46 chromosomes in all, consisting of two copies of each of 23 chromosomes.” The preceding statement is…
“The human genome is made up of 46 chromosomes in all, consisting of two copies of each of 23 chromosomes.” The preceding statement is… Answer Options: True False Correct Answer: True
Question: Which of the following is NOT one of the four bases of DNA?
Which of the following is NOT one of the four bases of DNA? Answer Options: B T C G A Correct Answer: B
Question: “If all the DNA in a single human cell were unwrapped and placed end-to-end, it would stretch 6 feet. Thus, DNA needs to be tightly wrapped around spool-like proteins and further compacted to fit into the cell.” The preceding statement is…
“If all the DNA in a single human cell were unwrapped and placed end-to-end, it would stretch 6 feet. Thus, DNA needs to be tightly wrapped around spool-like proteins and further compacted to fit into the cell.” The preceding statement is… Answer Options: True False Correct Answer: True