Darwin and the Psychology of Adaptation

1.  Describe the evolutionary theory of Jean-Baptiste Lamarck. What is the major flaw in this theory?

2.  According to Darwin, why does natural selection take place?

3.  Darwin’s theory of evolution was outlined by 1842, but he did not publish it until 1859. Why?

4.  Why is Darwin's theory important for psychology?

5.  Who was Francis Galton? What were Galton’s views about heredity and intelligence?

6.  What is social Darwinism?

7.  What impact did Galton have on American psychology?