Observer Activity

Observer: Chimp Basics - An Introduction to Chimpanzees


1.	List five characteristics of chimpanzees.
2.	Describe the habitats of chimpanzees. Which continent(s) are chimpanzees found?
3.	Describe the diet of chimpanzees. Additional information...
4.	Chimpanzees are listed as an endangered species. Briefly describe the four main threats to chimpanzee populations.
5.	Describe some of the ways that chimpanzees communicate with each other.
6.	Why is social grooming an important part of chimpanzee communication?
7.	Chimpanzees are considered omnivores and one of their favorite foods to eat is meat. How much of their diet is made up of meat?
8.	Explain why chimpanzee’s social structure is categorized as “fusion-fission.”
9.	Chimpanzees communicate with each other using a variety of sounds. Compare and contrast some of the more common call types of chimpanzees. a. pant-hoots b. pant-grunts and pant-barks c. food associated calls d. screams and whimpers Test your listening skills with a chimpanzee sounds matching game.
10.	Describe the facial expressions of a chimpanzee for the following behaviors: (hint look at mouth) a. Aggression b. Excitement c. Fear d. Play e. Pout Test your observation skills with a chimpanzee matching game.
11.	In 1960, Dr. Jane discovered that chimpanzees use tools. Why can tool use be considered a form of culture among different groups of chimpanzees?
12.	Examine the following behaviors and briefly explain the similarities and differences between wild chimpanzees and captive chimpanzees. a. Play... b. Rank and Dominance Displays... c. Tool Use... Back


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Unit One
	Roots
	Shoots
	Mentors
Unit Two
	Observer
	Pioneer
	Expert
Unit Three
	Knowledge
	Compassion
	Action
Unit Four
	Resilience
	Perseverance
	Celebration


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	ABC's of Chimp Behavior
	Dr. Jane's Scrapbook
	E-Card
	Multiple Intelligences Profile
	Online Dictionary
	Tree Sketching Guide

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