Jane Goodall: Chimpanzee Scientist

Jane Goodall: Chimpanzee Scientist

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English

7th Grade

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Main idea, Author's purpose, Interaction of Ideas

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

10 mins • 1 pt

What is the main idea of the passage "Jane Goodall: Chimpanzee Scientist"?

The importance of wildlife conservation.

The challenges faced by women in science.

Jane Goodall's groundbreaking research on chimpanzees and its impact.

The social behaviors of chimpanzees.

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What is the author's purpose in writing this passage?

To persuade readers to take action for conservation.

To inform readers about Jane Goodall's research and achievements.

To entertain readers with stories about chimpanzees.

To argue for the need for more scientific research on primates.

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How did Jane Goodall's observations of chimpanzees challenge the scientific views of her time?

By showing that chimpanzees are capable of using tools.

By highlighting the emotional intelligence of chimpanzees.

By observing complex social behaviors in chimpanzees.

All of the above.

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Interaction of Ideas

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

10 mins • 1 pt

In the passage, the word 'groundbreaking' most likely means:

Traditional and well-known.

Innovative and pioneering.

Basic and foundational.

Complex and difficult.

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