Question 1

Which of the following best describes the main focus of General Biology II (BIO-122) as outlined in the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

A survey of the diversity of life, including microbes, protists, fungi, plants, invertebrates, and vertebrates, with emphasis on evolution and classification.

Question 2

A student misses Exam 2 due to illness but attends all other exams. According to the syllabus, what will happen to their grade calculation?

Accepted Answer

Exam 2 will be dropped as their lowest exam score, and only the other two exams and the final will count.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a recommended study technique according to the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

Waiting until the night before the exam to study for long periods.

Question 4

If a student earns the following percentages in the lecture portion: 92.8%, what is their letter grade according to the syllabus grading scale?

Accepted Answer

A-

Question 5

A student is unable to attend class due to a university-sponsored activity. What is the correct procedure according to the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

Notify the instructor at least one week in advance to arrange for missed material.

Question 6

Which of the following best explains why the course will not be 'curved' as stated in the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

All students have the opportunity to earn an 'A' if their final earned percentage is 93% or higher.

Question 7

A student with a documented disability needs accommodations for exams. According to the syllabus, what is the first step they should take?

Accepted Answer

Contact the Office of Accessibility Services to register and discuss accommodations.

Question 8

Which of the following scenarios would be considered a violation of the academic integrity policy as described in the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

Copying answers from another student during an exam.

Question 9

A student disputes a grade on an assignment. According to the syllabus, what must they do to initiate a grade dispute?

Accepted Answer

Submit a written dispute within 24 hours to 7 days of receiving the graded assignment, including evidence for their answer.

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the relationship between lecture and laboratory grades in the final course grade calculation?

Accepted Answer

Lecture counts for 75% and laboratory counts for 25% of the final grade.

Question 11

A student wants to access the Mastering Biology homework platform but is having technical difficulties. According to the syllabus, what should they do?

Accepted Answer

Contact the instructor and/or the help desk immediately to resolve the issue.

Question 12

Which of the following is a key goal of the course as stated in the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

To apply the concepts of evolution to explain the diversity of life, past and present.

Question 13

If a student earns the following scores: 85% on Mastering Biology Homework, 90% on Dynamic Study Modules, 80% and 70% on two highest exams, and 75% on the final exam, what is their overall lecture percentage? Use the following weights: Homework 20%, Study Modules 15%, Exams (top two) 40%, Final 25%.

Accepted Answer

80.75\% = (0.20 	imes 85) + (0.15 	imes 90) + (0.40 	imes 80) + (0.25 	imes 75)

Question 14

Which of the following is a legitimate reason for missing class according to the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

Illness, accident, or death in the family

Question 15

A student is concerned about discrimination or harassment. According to the syllabus, which office should they contact?

Accepted Answer

Office of Equity and Inclusion

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the policy on extra assignments to improve low performance?

Accepted Answer

No extra assignments will be added at the end of the semester to make up for low performance.

Question 17

If a student wants to improve their writing skills for biology assignments, which campus resource should they use?

Accepted Answer

Writing Center

Question 18

Which of the following is a recommended browser for accessing MasteringBiology and Blackboard Ultra, according to the syllabus?

Accepted Answer

Chrome

Question 19

A student is struggling with time management and wants to maximize their study effectiveness. Which campus resource is specifically recommended for this purpose?

Accepted Answer

The Learning Center's Academic Coaching program

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the policy for class cancellation due to inclement weather?

Accepted Answer

Students are expected to view a recorded lecture on Blackboard in lieu of meeting in person.

General Biology II (BIO-122) Syllabus and Course Structure – Study Guide

Study Guide - Practice Questions

Study Guide - Flashcards