Reading Comprehension: 3rd-5th Grade, Proboscis Monkey

What is a distinctive physical feature of the proboscis monkey?

• Large, droopy nose

• Brightly colored fur

• Long tail

• Sharp claws

Where can proboscis monkeys be found in the wild?

• Borneo in Southeast Asia

• Amazon Rainforest

• African Savannah

• Australian Outback

Why do scientists believe the proboscis monkey has a large nose?

• To help them make loud calls and attract mates

• To help them smell food from far away

• To store food

• To cool down their body

What adaptation helps proboscis monkeys swim?

• Webbed feet

• Long arms

• Strong tail

• Thick fur

What do proboscis monkeys primarily eat?

• Leaves, seeds, and fruit

• Insects and small animals

• Fish and aquatic plants

• Nuts and berries

How do proboscis monkeys typically organize their social groups?

• One male, several females, and their young

• Several males and females with no young

• Pairs of one male and one female

• Solitary individuals

What does endangered mean?

• Endangered means a type of animal.
• Endangered means the animal is at risk of extinction.

• Endangered means having a large population.
• Endangered refers to animals that are thriving.

What does peculiar mean?

• Strange or unusual.
• Common or ordinary.
• Boring or dull.
• Familiar or typical.