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1.3 Features of Organisms: Kingdoms & Groups
Cambridge IGCSE Biology 0610 (2026-2028)
Exam Format:
• Section A (Paper 2): 5 MCQs = 5 marks
• Section B (Paper 4): 5 Theory Questions = 11 marks
• Section C (Paper 6): 5 Practical Questions = 10 marks
Total: 26 marks
Section A: Paper 2 - Multiple Choice
5 questions × 1 mark = 5 marks
1. Which group of arthropods has 4 pairs of legs? [1 mark]
2. Which feature is unique to mammals? [1 mark]
3. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of fungi? [1 mark]
4. Fish are characterized by which of the following? [1 mark]
5. Which kingdom includes organisms with NO nucleus? [1 mark]
Section B: Paper 4 - Structured Theory
5 questions = 11 marks total
6. State TWO features of viruses. [2 marks]
💡 According to syllabus 1.3.7: Features limited to protein coat and genetic material
7. Distinguish between a monocotyledon leaf and a dicotyledon leaf by describing ONE structural difference. [2 marks]
💡 Think about the pattern of veins in the leaves
8. Describe TWO features of myriapods. [2 marks]
💡 Myriapods include centipedes and millipedes
9. State THREE features of organisms in the Animal Kingdom. [3 marks]
💡 Think about cell structure and nutrition
10. A student observes an organism with the following features: feathers, wings, beak, lays eggs with hard shells. Name the vertebrate group and justify your answer. [2 marks]
💡 Which vertebrate group is the ONLY one with feathers?
Section C: Paper 6 - Alternative to Practical
5 questions = 10 marks total
11. A student is given a drawing of an arthropod with 3 pairs of legs and 2 pairs of wings. Identify the arthropod group and explain your reasoning. [2 marks]
💡 Count the legs carefully!
12. A student draws a bacterial cell. State TWO features that must be included in the drawing and label. [2 marks]
💡 What structures are visible in a prokaryotic cell?
13. A student is given specimens of different plants. Describe how the student could distinguish between a fern and a flowering plant. [2 marks]
💡 How do these two groups reproduce?
14. A student uses a dichotomous key to identify an organism. The organism has: scales, lays eggs with soft shells, lungs. Use these features to identify the vertebrate group. [2 marks]
💡 Which vertebrate group has dry scales and lays eggs on land?
15. A student observes a crustacean specimen. State TWO observable features that would help identify it as a crustacean. [2 marks]
💡 Think about the number of legs and other appendages
Examiner Tips for Classification
- •Keywords Matter: Use EXACT terminology from the syllabus (e.g., "protein coat", not "protein shell")
- •Count Carefully: Know the number of leg pairs for each arthropod group
- •Common Mistake: Students confuse "features of kingdoms" with "features of specific organisms"
- •Viruses: Remember they are NOT in the 5 kingdoms - they cannot be classified as living
- •Distinguish vs State: "Distinguish" means show differences, not just list features
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