Look, we've all been there. You’re sitting in Mr. Jacq’s biology class in the Uva or Naranja Academy, and suddenly you realize you haven’t actually been paying attention to his lectures because you were too busy hunting for a Shiny Lechonk in the Los Platos fields. Now the Pokemon Scarlet biology final is staring you in the face, and Jacq is looking at you with that expectant, nerdy grin of his. You need the five extra Exp. Candies M that come with passing, and honestly, you just don't want to look like a dunce in front of the guy who invented the Pokedex app.
The good news? It isn’t actually that hard if you know what to look for. The bad news is that if you guess randomly, Jacq’s oddly specific questions about evolution methods and Picnic mechanics will absolutely trip you up.
What the Pokemon Scarlet Biology Final Actually Asks You
Passing the midterm was the warmup. For the final, Jacq expects you to understand the "why" behind how Pokemon function in the Paldea region. You need to get four out of five questions correct to pass. If you fail, you don't get those sweet, sweet Rare Candies, and you'll have to retake the whole thing like a total amateur.
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Most players stumble on the questions regarding Shiny Pokemon or the specific mechanics of the Let's Go feature. Jacq loves talking about the "Auto-Battle" system, probably because he's proud of the AI he programmed into your phone.
First off, he’s going to grill you on how to actually find those rare color variants. You’ve probably heard a million rumors online about Masuda Method breeding or Sparkling Power sandwiches, but Jacq keeps it simple. He wants to know the base odds.
The Shiny Probability Trap
Let's talk numbers. The base rate for finding a Shiny Pokemon in the wild is 1 in 4,096. It's a brutal stat. You could walk from Mesagoza to the North Paldean Sea and never see a single sparkle. Jacq asks about this specifically, and if you've been spending all your time at the sandwich shop, you might forget the raw math.
Actually, the final gets a bit more technical than just "how rare are they?" It dives into the "Let's Go" feature. You know, when you press the R button and send your lead Pokemon out to do your dirty work. One of the key questions involves whether your Pokemon will accidentally KO a Shiny during an Auto-Battle.
They won't.
Your Pokemon has more common sense than you do. It will refuse to attack a Shiny Pokemon in the wild during Auto-Battle mode. It just sweats and shakes its head. This is Jacq's way of rewarding players who actually pay attention to their Pokemon's behavior rather than just spamming buttons while watching Netflix.
Breaking Down the Evolution Questions
Biology in Paldea is weird. It’s not just about leveling up anymore. We have Pokemon that evolve by walking 1,000 steps, Pokemon that evolve by being flipped upside down (well, not in this generation, but you get the point), and Pokemon that evolve via "Synchro" or specific items.
Jacq focuses on the social aspect. Specifically, he asks about how to get certain Pokemon to evolve while you're out and about. If you've been trying to evolve your Pawmo into a Pawmot, you know the struggle of walking in circles for twenty minutes.
One question on the Pokemon Scarlet biology final covers the "Let's Go" mode's impact on evolution. It’s a bit of a trick. You have to remember that "Auto-Battling" itself doesn't trigger the evolution—it's the physical act of walking alongside the Pokemon in the overworld. Jacq wants to ensure you understand that physical exercise and bonding are the biological catalysts here, not just mindless combat.
The Sandwich Science (Yes, Really)
You can't talk about biology in Scarlet without talking about picnics. It sounds silly, but the sandwiches you make have a direct biological impact on the Pokemon population around you.
Jacq asks about what happens when you eat a sandwich with a specific "Meal Power."
- Does it make Pokemon stronger? No.
- Does it make them evolve faster? Nope.
- Does it change the types of Pokemon that appear? Bingo.
This is fundamentally a question about "Encounter Power." If you eat a sandwich loaded with salty herba mystica and ham, you're literally altering the ecological balance of the immediate area to attract more Normal-types. It’s basically pheromone warfare disguised as a deli sub.
Passing the Final: The Cheat Sheet
If you’re just here for the answers because Jacq is waiting and you’re sweating through your academy blazer, here is the raw data you need. No fluff. Just the facts.
How many ways are there to get Eggs?
Jacq wants to know if you understand that eggs don't just come from the Day Care anymore. In Paldea, they appear in your picnic basket. You need to know that there are two main ways: finding them in the basket when you have two compatible Pokemon, or... wait, no. Jacq keeps it simpler: "During Picnics."What is a sure-fire way to find a Shiny Pokemon?
The answer Jacq is looking for involves the "Mass Outbreak" mechanic. When you see those pulsating icons on your map, that's biological density at work. Defeating 60+ Pokemon in an outbreak significantly boosts your odds.Does the "Let's Go" feature help with evolution?
Yes, but specifically through the "Walk 1,000 steps" mechanic for certain species like Bramblin or Rellor.How do you change a Pokemon's Tera Type?
This is a biology question because Terastal energy is a biological phenomenon in Paldea. You need 50 Tera Shards. You take them to the chef at the Treasure Eatery in Cascarrafa. Jacq wants to make sure you know that biology can be altered by external energy sources.What is the base chance of finding a Shiny?
1 in 4,000 (Jacq rounds it for the test, but the exact number is 4,096).
Why Jacq's Class Actually Matters for Your Endgame
It’s easy to blow off the classes. Most of us do. But Jacq is one of the few NPCs who actually gives you something useful for completing his entire arc. Once you pass the Pokemon Scarlet biology final, and you've caught enough species to satisfy his scientific curiosity, he hands over the Shiny Charm.
If you don't know, the Shiny Charm is the holy grail for collectors. It cuts those 1-in-4,096 odds down to 1-in-1,365. When you stack that with a Level 3 Sparkling Power sandwich, you're looking at odds closer to 1-in-683.
That is a massive jump.
But you can't get it if you haven't finished the Pokedex and passed his tests. He won't trust a "biologist" who doesn't know the difference between a regional variant and a Paradox Pokemon. Speaking of Paradox Pokemon, Jacq’s final touch on the exam often alludes to the "strange sightings" in Area Zero. He's trying to prime your brain for the fact that biology isn't just about what's happening now; it’s about what happened in the past (Scarlet) or what might happen in the future (Violet).
The Complexity of Paldean Species
One thing Jacq hints at throughout his lectures—and something that catches people off guard during the final—is the concept of "Forme" changes.
Think about Oricorio or Toxtricity. Their biology is dictated by their environment or their nature. Jacq's test expects you to understand that a Pokemon's physical makeup isn't always static. If you give a certain nectar to an Oricorio, its entire biological type changes.
This is a recurring theme in the final. Jacq wants you to realize that as a trainer, you aren't just a commander; you're a caretaker of a living, breathing ecosystem. Whether you’re collecting Gimmighoul coins or trying to figure out why your Finizen won't evolve (hint: you need a friend), it all comes back to the biological rules Jacq lays out in his classroom.
What to Do Right After You Pass
Once you've cleared the final and Jacq gives you that little nod of approval, don't just run out of the building.
Go talk to him at his desk. If you’ve been filling out your Pokedex, he has milestone rewards for you. He’ll give you rewards for 30, 100, and 200 species caught. If you’ve reached the endgame and caught all 400 (in the base game), that’s when he drops the Shiny Charm.
Also, keep in mind that passing the biology final is a prerequisite for completing the "Academy Ace Tournament" storyline. You need to be a student in good standing. You can't be the champion of the region if you're failing basic science. It’s a bad look for the Academy.
Practical Steps for Your Next Session:
- Head to the Academy entrance and select "Biology" from the front desk.
- Make sure you've completed all of Jacq's previous classes; you can't jump straight to the final.
- Use the "1 in 4,000" and "Basket" answers to breeze through the trickier questions.
- Immediately fly to Area Zero after getting your Shiny Charm to test out your new odds on some Paradox mons.
Passing the test is mostly about common sense, but Jacq’s little quirks make it just "video gamey" enough to be annoying if you aren't prepared. Get those answers right, grab your Exp. Candies, and get back out into the field. There are plenty of Titan Pokemon left to study, and Jacq isn't going to go out there and do the field work for you. He's too busy looking at his tablet.