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Here's some vocabulary you need to know:
Copy this to your lab book:
gene - a section of DNA which codes for a particular inherited trait (makes a particular protein which leads to a particular trait)
allele - a "flavor" of a gene
dominant - an allele which will express itself (we use a capital letter)  BOLD
recessive - an allele which will take a back seat if a dominant allele is present (use a lower case letter)  SHY
homozygous- both alleles are the same (BB or bb)
heterozygous - the alleles are different (Bb)
genotype - the genetic makeup
phenotype - the observable traits or appearance

1.Now watch the video:

2.Now do the Punnett Square Worksheet Print out both pages Punnett Square Worksheet

3.Read through Chapter 3, section 2 - Traits and Inheritance

This should keep you busy on your vacation!  But here's a hint: if you want to do your homework speedily, learn the vocabulary first!  It might be obvious, but it bears repeating: When you know what the words mean, you understand the paragraphs so much better! 

Enjoy your week.