from My Life With the Chimpanzees

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What was Jane Goodall's main purpose for going to Gombe National Park?

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To study chimpanzee behavior.

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Why was the visit of a large male chimpanzee to Goodall's camp significant?

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It showed that the chimpanzees had begun to accept her presence.

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What makes Jane Goodall's perspective unique in her studies?

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Few humans have spent so much time in nature with chimpanzees.

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What were Jane Goodall's purposes for writing her text?

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She wanted to share facts about chimpanzees and tell the story of how she learned those facts.

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What made 'the Peak' one of Goodall's favorite places?

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The views from the Peak were excellent.

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What is the significance of studying animal behavior according to Goodall?

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It helps us understand the similarities between humans and animals.

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How did Goodall's experiences in Gombe contribute to her scientific findings?

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Her long-term observations allowed her to gather detailed data on chimpanzee behavior.

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What role did patience play in Goodall's research?

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Patience was essential for observing and understanding the complex behaviors of chimpanzees.

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What tools did Goodall observe chimpanzees using?

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Chimpanzees were observed using sticks to extract termites from mounds.

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How did Goodall's work challenge previous beliefs about animals?

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It demonstrated that animals, like chimpanzees, have emotions and social structures similar to humans.