It’s Genetic–Or Is It?
Genes vs. Environment
For each of the following traits, put an X in the column labeled ‘Genes’ if it is an inherited trait or in the column labeled ‘Environment’ if it is a learned or environmentally influenced trait. Notes: Put comments if you need to explain your choice. If you are not familiar with a “trait” you should research it.
| Trait | Genes | Environment | Comments |
| 1. Blue eyes | |||
| 2. Enjoys bungee jumping | |||
| 3. 6 feet tall | |||
| 4. Red hair | |||
| 5. Intelligence | |||
| 6. Smokes cigarettes | |||
| 7. Body size | |||
| 8. Depression | |||
| 9. Phobias | |||
| 10. Has cancer | |||
| 11. Alcoholism | |||
| 12. Political Opinions | |||
| 13. Schizophrenia | |||
| 14. Skin color | |||
| 15. Language you speak | |||
| 16. Artistic ability | |||
| 17. Athletic ability | |||
| 18. Aggressive behavior | |||
| 19. Down Syndrome | |||
| 20. Musical ability |
Question: In your opinion are genes more important than the environment or is the environment more important than genes in determining an individual’s personality? (Write 4-6 sentences)
