Title: Examine classification levels within the science of taxonomy.
Course: Fisheries and Wildlife Management (18501) > Section: Examining the Principles of Zoology

Examination should include

- the purpose of classification
- a definition of each division
- classification of organisms
- a review of the history of binomial nomenclature and the importance of it as a common language of science.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is a hierarchical structure?
- What are the different classification levels in taxonomy?
- How can we use the Linnaeus classification system to understand the role of an animal in its environment?
- On what was Linnaeus’ hierarchy originally based? What is it based on today?
- Why do we need a classification system that can be used by multiple countries and groups of people?
- What are the origins of classification?