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The Living World- 2 - NEET Biology Class 11 Free MCQ Test with solutions


MCQ Practice Test & Solutions: Test: The Living World- 2 (10 Questions)

You can prepare effectively for NEET Biology Class 11 with this dedicated MCQ Practice Test (available with solutions) on the important topic of "Test: The Living World- 2". These 10 questions have been designed by the experts with the latest curriculum of NEET 2026, to help you master the concept.

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  • - Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • - Duration: 10 minutes
  • - Number of Questions: 10

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Test: The Living World- 2 - Question 1
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 Homo sapiens belong to the genus ________

Detailed Solution: Question 1

  1. Binomial nomenclature is a system of naming organisms. It was proposed by Carl Linnaeus.
  2. In binomial nomenclature, each organism has a scientific name consisting of two parts.
  3. The first part is the genus and the second part is the species.
  4. The first letter of the genus is written in upper case and the first letter of the species name is in lower case.
  5. Both the genus and species name are written in italics, underlined if handwritten.
  6. Example: Homo sapiens is the scientific name of humans, where Homo is the generic name or genus name and sapiens is the specific name or species name.

The scientific name of humans is Homo sapiens. It belongs to the genus Homo.

Topic in NCERT: Genus

Line in NCERT: "human beings belong to the species sapiens which is grouped in the genus homo."

Test: The Living World- 2 - Question 2
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Which of the following is an incorrect match of taxonomic category and its characteristic?

Detailed Solution: Question 2

The genus is not the highest level of classification; it is a level that groups species based on close similarities and common ancestry. The highest level of classification in the biological hierarchy is the kingdom, followed by phylum, class, order, family, genus, and then species. This hierarchical system allows for the organization of the vast diversity of life into a structured framework.

Topic in NCERT: Genus

Line in NCERT: "genus comprises a group of related species which has more characters in common in comparison to species of other genera."

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Test: The Living World- 2 - Question 3
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Biological names are ……in ……. and written in ……….

Detailed Solution: Question 3

Biological names are standardized in scientific nomenclature and are written in Latin for consistency and universal understanding. The correct answer is C: Generally, biological names are written in Latin and italicized. Here's why:
- Biological names are universally identified in Latin for consistency.
- Italicizing the names distinguishes them from regular text.
- This practice aids in clarity and consistency in scientific communication.
Topic in NCERT: Nomenclature
Line in NCERT: "Biological names are generally in Latin and written in italics."

Test: The Living World- 2 - Question 4
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Choose the correct answers from the alternatives given.
Which of the following is the correct order of classification?

Detailed Solution: Question 4

The 7  levels of modern taxonomy classification systems are Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.
Topic in NCERT: TAXONOMIC CATEGORIES
Line in NCERT: "Taxonomical studies of all known organisms have led to the development of common categories such as kingdom, phylum or division (for plants), class, order, family, genus and species."

Test: The Living World- 2 - Question 5
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Felidae does not have

Detailed Solution: Question 5

Felidae does not have dogs. 
- Felidae is a biological family that includes cats, tigers, and leopards.
- Dogs belong to the biological family Canidae, which is separate from Felidae.
- Cats, tigers, and leopards are all members of the Felidae family due to shared characteristics like retractable claws and a carnivorous diet.
- Dogs, on the other hand, have different physical and behavioral traits, making them distinct from Felidae species.

Test: The Living World- 2 - Question 6
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Assertion (A): Taxonomy is crucial for identifying and classifying the vast diversity of living organisms.

Reason (R): The scientific names of organisms are always derived from Latin and consist of two parts.

Choose the correct option.

Detailed Solution: Question 6

Correct option: C.

The assertion is true because taxonomy organises biological diversity into hierarchical groups and provides methods (diagnostic characters and identification keys) to recognise and classify organisms.

The reason is false because, although scientific names follow binomial nomenclature - that is, each name has two parts: genus and specific epithet - they are not always derived from Latin.

Scientific names are generally Latinised; they may be formed from Greek roots, personal names, place names or other sources and then modified to fit Latin grammar and endings. For example, Escherichia coli is named after a person and names based on Greek words are Latinised in form.

Because the reason contains an incorrect absolute claim about origin (the two-part/binary nature is correct but "always derived from Latin" is not), the correct choice is that the assertion is true but the reason is false.

Test: The Living World- 2 - Question 7
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What is the primary purpose of the binomial system of nomenclature in biology?

Detailed Solution: Question 7

The binomial system of nomenclature in biology serves the fundamental purpose of providing each organism with a unique scientific or biological name comprising two words. This system, developed by Carl Linnaeus, helps in standardizing the naming and identification of organisms globally. The first word represents the genus, while the second word signifies the species. For example, Homo sapiens is the scientific name for humans, where Homo denotes the genus and sapiens the species. This naming system enables scientists, researchers, and individuals worldwide to accurately communicate about specific organisms, facilitating a universal understanding and reference point in the field of biology.

Topic in NCERT: Nomenclature and Taxonomy

Line in NCERT: "based on the resemblances and distinct differences, each organism is identified and assigned a correct scientific/biological name comprising two words as per the binomial system of nomenclature."

Test: The Living World- 2 - Question 8
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Which classification correctly matches the organism "Wheat" with its respective Class and Order?

Detailed Solution: Question 8

Wheat, scientifically grouped under the genus Triticum, falls within the Class Monocotyledonae and the Order Poales. Option A is the correct answer as it accurately matches wheat with its taxonomic classification in terms of class and order.

Topic in NCERT: Wheat

Line in NCERT: "wheat triticum aestivum triticum poaceae poales monocotyledonae angiospermae"

Test: The Living World- 2 - Question 9
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Taxonomic hierarchy refers to

Detailed Solution: Question 9

Taxonomic hierarchy is the system of classification that arranges different levels or categories of organisms, from broader groups like kingdom to more specific categories like species.

Topic in NCERT: Taxonomic categories

Line in NCERT: "classification is not a single step process but involves hierarchy of steps in which each step represents a rank or category."

Test: The Living World- 2 - Question 10
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Which of the following is matched incorrectly:

Detailed Solution: Question 10

"Mangifera indica" is correct for mango.
"Solanum melongena" is correct for brinjal/eggplant.
"Solanum nigrum" is correct for black nightshade.
"Panthera tuberosum" is incorrect; "Panthera" is a genus for big cats (like lions, tigers), not for potatoes. The correct name for potatoes is "Solanum tuberosum."

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