Jane Goodall and Chimpanzees

Squeaks receives a toy chimpanzee, leading to a discussion about Jane Goodall's life and work. Jane's childhood passion for animals led her to study chimpanzees in Gombe, Tanzania. Her patient approach revealed chimps' complex behaviors, including tool use and emotions, challenging previous beliefs. Jane's discoveries highlighted the similarities between humans and chimps. As chimps became endangered, Jane advocated for conservation, emphasizing the need to protect their habitats. Her legacy continues as she inspires global efforts to save chimpanzees and the environment.

What type of animal is a chimpanzee?

• A type of reptile

• A type of bird

• A type of monkey

• A type of great ape

What inspired Jane Goodall to study animals?

• Her fascination with birds

• Her dislike for city life

• Her interest in plants

• Her love for her toy chimpanzee

Where did Jane Goodall conduct her famous chimpanzee research?

• Serengeti National Park

• Kruger National Park

• Gombe National Park

• Yellowstone National Park

How did Jane Goodall gain the trust of the chimpanzees?

• By singing to them

• By offering them bananas regularly

• By building cages for them

• By painting their portraits

What did Jane Goodall discover about chimpanzee diets?

• They only eat insects

• They are omnivores

• They are strict vegetarians

• They only eat fruits

What unique behavior did Jane Goodall observe in chimpanzees?

• Building nests

• Using tools

• Swimming in rivers

• Flying short distances

What did Jane Goodall's discovery about tool use in chimpanzees suggest?

• Chimpanzees are not intelligent

• Only humans use tools

• The gap between humans and other animals is smaller than thought

• Chimpanzees can fly

Why did Jane Goodall leave Gombe?

• To study other animals

• To save chimpanzees from becoming endangered

• To write a book

• To start a new career

What is one of Jane Goodall's greatest talents?

• Her ability to paint

• Her skill in mathematics

• Her ability to communicate with people and animals

• Her talent for singing

What is Jane Goodall's ongoing mission?

• To become a politician

• To promote kindness to people, animals, and the environment

• To travel to the moon

• To build zoos