VOICED: Monkeying around in Belgian zoos brings girls out on top

In a study conducted by scientists in Belgium, bonobos and chimpanzees were tested in a series of physical and mental challenges. Surprisingly, a 16-year-old female bonobo outperformed her peers, challenging the assumption that chimpanzees would excel due to their use of tools in the wild. The experiment aimed to explore the varying degrees of intelligence among primates. Factors such as motivation and individual character were considered as possible reasons for the bonobo's success. The study opens up new avenues for research into primate intelligence and individuality.

What was the unexpected outcome of the competition between bonobos and chimpanzees?

• A female bonobo outperformed the chimpanzees.

• The chimpanzees refused to participate.

• The bonobos used tools to win.

• The competition ended in a tie.

What was one of the main objectives of the scientists conducting the primate competition?

• To see if chimpanzees could learn new skills.

• To find out which primate prefers nuts.

• To determine if primates have varying intelligence levels.

• To train bonobos to use tools.

Which factor was NOT mentioned as a possible reason for the bonobo's success in the puzzle?

• She liked nuts more than others.

• She had a better diet.

• She was more motivated.

• She monopolized the puzzle.

What is the big question raised by the experiment regarding bonobos and chimpanzees?

• If chimpanzees can learn to use tools.

• Whether bonobos can be trained to live in the wild.

• If chimpanzees can solve puzzles faster.

• Whether bonobos are more intelligent than chimpanzees.

What conclusion did the scientists reach about the intelligence of bonobos and chimpanzees?

• Chimpanzees are always more intelligent.

• Bonobos are always more intelligent.

• Both species have the same intelligence level.

• Intelligence depends on individual character.