KS3 Science — Genetics and Evolution Retrieval Questions

Help students build confident recall of how traits are inherited and how species change over time. This retrieval question sheet covers Genetics and Evolution from the KS3 National Curriculum — 30 carefully crafted questions designed to strengthen understanding of DNA, inheritance, and natural selection.

What's Covered:

• DNA — structure, genes, and chromosomes
• Inheritance — dominant and recessive alleles
• Variation — genetic, environmental, and continuous vs discontinuous
• Natural selection — survival of the fittest
• Evolution — evidence and mechanisms
• Selective breeding and its uses
• Extinction and its causes

Why This Resource:

• Aligned to the KS3 National Curriculum for Science
• 30 retrieval questions — ideal for starters, homework or revision
• Suitable for Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9
• Clear, concise layout — no filler content
• Instant PDF download — print or use digitally