Cheetah Cubs and Their Adventures

In the Kalahari, a female cheetah observes her cubs becoming more independent. The cubs explore and encounter a wounded gemsbok, realizing it's beyond their capabilities. Male cheetahs often form lifelong partnerships, unlike solitary females. The cubs attempt to hunt a gemsbok calf but face the fierce defense of its mother. Eventually, the cubs grow old enough to leave their mother and start their own lives.

What does the female cheetah discover about her cubs in the Kalahari?

• They are becoming more independent.

• They are not interested in exploring.

• They are afraid of the gemsbok.

• They are ready to hunt alone.

What do the cubs learn about the wounded gemsbok?

• It is already dead.

• It is an easy prey for them.

• It is friendly towards them.

• It is too dangerous for them.

How do young male cheetahs typically live?

• Solitary lives like female cheetahs.

• With their mother for life.

• In large groups with other cheetahs.

• In pairs, often with a brother.

What activity do the brother cheetahs engage in together?

• They fight with other animals.

• They stay hidden from predators.

• They avoid each other.

• They hunt and explore.

What do the cheetah cubs attempt to do without their mother?

• Find a new home.

• Hunt a gemsbok calf.

• Climb a tree.

• Escape from a lion.

How does the calf's mother react to the cheetah cubs?

• She ignores them.

• She fiercely defends her calf.

• She joins the cheetahs.

• She runs away.

What is the outcome for the gemsbok calf after the encounter with the cheetahs?

• It is captured by the cheetahs.

• It is abandoned by its mother.

• It escapes unharmed.

• It is injured.

What lesson do the cheetah cubs learn from their encounter with the gemsbok?

• Gemsbok are easy prey.

• Gemsbok horns are deadly.

• They should avoid all animals.

• They should hunt alone.

At what age do cheetah cubs leave their mother?

• 12 months

• 6 months

• 24 months

• 18 months

What is the likelihood of the mother cheetah seeing her cubs again after they leave?

• Very likely

• Somewhat likely

• Unlikely

• Certain