2026 BIO 101 Exam #1 BIOD 101 Module 2, Module 3,
Module 4, Module 5, module 6 & BIOD 101 Mega Final
Exam Q&A Portage Learning (Compilation of
Comprehensive Exam Sets) Ultimate Guide for Yr.
2026/2027
This comprehensive review guide covers BIOD 101 Modules 1–6 and the Final Exam for
Portage Learning (Essential Biology I), featuring verified exam questions and answers for
2026/2027. Key topics include cell biology, metabolism, DNA structure, and genetics. The
material includes fill-in-the-blank and objective questions focused on Module 3's cellular
respiration, Module 5's cell signaling, and a final 120-point comprehensive exam.
Core Exam Topics & Content Summary (Table of Content)
BIO 101 Exam #1: Pg….2
typically covers foundational biology, including the scientific method, cell structure/function,
basic chemistry, macromolecules, and cellular transport. Common questions focus on
identifying characteristics of life, understanding cell theory,
Module 2 (Organization): Pg….20
Covers hierarchical classification (Domain, Kingdom, etc.), taxonomy by Carolus Linnaeus,
and phylogenetic tree construction.
Module 3 (Cellular Respiration & Metabolism): Pg….32
Covers metabolism, energy production, cellular respiration, and glycolysis.
Module 4 (DNA and Cell Cycle): Pg…...39
Focuses on DNA structure, replication, and the cell cycle.
Module 5 (Cell Signaling & Apoptosis): Pg….54
Covers cell communication and apoptosis.
Module 6 (Genetics): Pg…...75
Covers heredity, Punnett squares, and basic genetic principles.
Final Exam: Pg……82
A comprehensive, timed exam similar to module exams, testing mastery of all concepts.
Key Concepts & Test Bank Focus
Biology Fundamentals: Scientific method, chemistry of life, and characteristics of life.
1
, Membrane Transport: Simple diffusion, osmosis, filtration, and facilitated diffusion.
Cellular Structures: Organelle function and cell complexity (Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic).
Genetics and Evolution: Phenotypes, genotypes, and natural selection.
Exam Format and Preparation
Exam Type: Multiple choice, true/false, and fill-in-the-blank.
Resources: Exam packs and detailed study logs are used for preparation
What is Biology? -
Answer
Study of life; encompasses everything
-biomolecular biology and technology have brought around a new era for biology
Quiz_________________?
What are the major characteristics of Life? -
Answer
1) reproduction (DNA (deoxyribose nucleic acid); double helix shape; stores genetic info)
2) cellular repsiration (used to creat energy) (metabolism; need it to perform basic functions of life; food
(carbs, proteins, lipids/fats, vitamins/minerals)
3) adaptation/evolve (over large periods of times traits of organizations)
modified
4) growth and development (DNA lays out the "plan")
5) organization (very specific; organization of organs/structure)
6) cells (basic building blocks of life; need only one to be considered living)
7) respond (response to stimuli (light, touch, heat, etc.); need in order to survive)
Quiz_________________?
What is a cell? -
2
, Answer
- basic building blocks of life
- not always apparent; first seen with a microscope
- cells were discovered by Hook in 1655
- first cells discovered were from cork
- theory wasn't generally accepted due to the challenge of trying to convince people of this drastic
change
Quiz_________________?
What is cell theory? -
Answer
- proposed in 1800's
- lowest level of structure perfoms all chracteristics of life
- arise from previously existing cells
Quiz_________________?
What is metabolism? -
Answer
- energy breakdown; needed for food
- glucose is the "best"
- C6H12O6 (formula for glucose)
- breaks (catabolic reaction) down to carbon dioxide and water [ CO2 + H2O]
Quiz_________________?
Difference between anabolic and catabolic reactions? -
Answer
- anabolic- building up of molcules, etc.
3
, - ie: anabolic steroids (build up muscle)
- catabolic- breaking down of molecules
Quiz_________________?
Bean Beetle Lab -
Answer
- learn how to determine if alive or dead
- if alive, beetles should be giving off carbon dioxide
- if dead, bean beetles may be giving off CO2 but only
because the decomposition process
- CO2 measured in ppm
- calculate amount per bean beetle
x (ppm)/ number of bb = ppm/bb
every 15 mins = [x / # of bb] / 15
every 1 hour = [x/ #of bb] x 4
every sec = [x / # of bb] / 60
- used loggerpro prgm; used CO2 probe
Quiz_________________?
Are viruses alive? -
Answer
- depends on what you argue
- relies on a host cell to reproduce
Quiz_________________?
What is science? -
4
Module 4, Module 5, module 6 & BIOD 101 Mega Final
Exam Q&A Portage Learning (Compilation of
Comprehensive Exam Sets) Ultimate Guide for Yr.
2026/2027
This comprehensive review guide covers BIOD 101 Modules 1–6 and the Final Exam for
Portage Learning (Essential Biology I), featuring verified exam questions and answers for
2026/2027. Key topics include cell biology, metabolism, DNA structure, and genetics. The
material includes fill-in-the-blank and objective questions focused on Module 3's cellular
respiration, Module 5's cell signaling, and a final 120-point comprehensive exam.
Core Exam Topics & Content Summary (Table of Content)
BIO 101 Exam #1: Pg….2
typically covers foundational biology, including the scientific method, cell structure/function,
basic chemistry, macromolecules, and cellular transport. Common questions focus on
identifying characteristics of life, understanding cell theory,
Module 2 (Organization): Pg….20
Covers hierarchical classification (Domain, Kingdom, etc.), taxonomy by Carolus Linnaeus,
and phylogenetic tree construction.
Module 3 (Cellular Respiration & Metabolism): Pg….32
Covers metabolism, energy production, cellular respiration, and glycolysis.
Module 4 (DNA and Cell Cycle): Pg…...39
Focuses on DNA structure, replication, and the cell cycle.
Module 5 (Cell Signaling & Apoptosis): Pg….54
Covers cell communication and apoptosis.
Module 6 (Genetics): Pg…...75
Covers heredity, Punnett squares, and basic genetic principles.
Final Exam: Pg……82
A comprehensive, timed exam similar to module exams, testing mastery of all concepts.
Key Concepts & Test Bank Focus
Biology Fundamentals: Scientific method, chemistry of life, and characteristics of life.
1
, Membrane Transport: Simple diffusion, osmosis, filtration, and facilitated diffusion.
Cellular Structures: Organelle function and cell complexity (Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic).
Genetics and Evolution: Phenotypes, genotypes, and natural selection.
Exam Format and Preparation
Exam Type: Multiple choice, true/false, and fill-in-the-blank.
Resources: Exam packs and detailed study logs are used for preparation
What is Biology? -
Answer
Study of life; encompasses everything
-biomolecular biology and technology have brought around a new era for biology
Quiz_________________?
What are the major characteristics of Life? -
Answer
1) reproduction (DNA (deoxyribose nucleic acid); double helix shape; stores genetic info)
2) cellular repsiration (used to creat energy) (metabolism; need it to perform basic functions of life; food
(carbs, proteins, lipids/fats, vitamins/minerals)
3) adaptation/evolve (over large periods of times traits of organizations)
modified
4) growth and development (DNA lays out the "plan")
5) organization (very specific; organization of organs/structure)
6) cells (basic building blocks of life; need only one to be considered living)
7) respond (response to stimuli (light, touch, heat, etc.); need in order to survive)
Quiz_________________?
What is a cell? -
2
, Answer
- basic building blocks of life
- not always apparent; first seen with a microscope
- cells were discovered by Hook in 1655
- first cells discovered were from cork
- theory wasn't generally accepted due to the challenge of trying to convince people of this drastic
change
Quiz_________________?
What is cell theory? -
Answer
- proposed in 1800's
- lowest level of structure perfoms all chracteristics of life
- arise from previously existing cells
Quiz_________________?
What is metabolism? -
Answer
- energy breakdown; needed for food
- glucose is the "best"
- C6H12O6 (formula for glucose)
- breaks (catabolic reaction) down to carbon dioxide and water [ CO2 + H2O]
Quiz_________________?
Difference between anabolic and catabolic reactions? -
Answer
- anabolic- building up of molcules, etc.
3
, - ie: anabolic steroids (build up muscle)
- catabolic- breaking down of molecules
Quiz_________________?
Bean Beetle Lab -
Answer
- learn how to determine if alive or dead
- if alive, beetles should be giving off carbon dioxide
- if dead, bean beetles may be giving off CO2 but only
because the decomposition process
- CO2 measured in ppm
- calculate amount per bean beetle
x (ppm)/ number of bb = ppm/bb
every 15 mins = [x / # of bb] / 15
every 1 hour = [x/ #of bb] x 4
every sec = [x / # of bb] / 60
- used loggerpro prgm; used CO2 probe
Quiz_________________?
Are viruses alive? -
Answer
- depends on what you argue
- relies on a host cell to reproduce
Quiz_________________?
What is science? -
4
