MONKEYS OR APES?

People often use the word “monkey” to describe apes, and vice versa. But these animals are not the same. Match the fact to the type of primate it describes. (HINT: It could be both!) ANSWERS BELOW

1 They usually have tails. A. monkeys B. apes C. both 2 Some species have furry faces. A. monkeys B. apes C. both 3 In trees, they prefer swinging over leaping. A. monkeys B. apes C. both 4 They have narrower chests. A. monkeys B. apes C. both 5 Their brains are larger for their body size. A. monkeys B. apes C. both 6 They can walk on two legs. A. monkeys B. apes C. both 7 Most species use tools. A. monkeys B. apes C. both 8 They live in Africa and Asia. A. monkeys B. apes C. both 9 They’re found in Central and South America. A. monkeys B. apes C. both 10 They can grasp objects with their long fingers. A. monkeys B. apes C. both Answers: 1. A, 2. A, 3. B, 4. A, 5. B, 6. B, 7. B, 8. C, 9. A, 10. C. WATCH VIDEOS OF PLAYFUL PRIMATES. natgeokids.com/october How to Help Chimpanzees 1 Many smartphones contain coltan, a mineral mined in chimpanzees’ habitat. Recycle your…

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