Orangutan Release and Adaptation

Orangutan Release and Adaptation

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

FREE Resource

The video follows the journey of two 14-year-old female orangutans, Tulia and Zalipa, as they are transported to Palas Island. The island, previously home to other orangutans, was cleared to allow the jungle to regenerate. Tulia and Zalipa, having waited a long time for a spot, are given the chance to renew their jungle skills. The video captures their initial reactions and adaptation to their new environment, highlighting their ability to climb and explore after years of confinement.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were the previous orangutan residents moved from Palas Island?

To conduct scientific research

To improve the island's tourism

To allow the jungle to regenerate

To make room for new animals

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for making an exception for Tulia and Zalipa to move to Palas Island?

They were the only orangutans available

They were part of a research project

They had been waiting a long time for a spot

They had special dietary needs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main purpose of moving Tulia and Zalipa to Palas Island?

To increase the island's biodiversity

To conduct a scientific study

To renew their jungle skills

To train them for a zoo exhibit

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long had it been since Tulia and Zalipa last experienced freedom in the jungle?

Ten years

Seven years

Five years

Three years

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern about Tulia and Zalipa's release?

Their interaction with other animals

Their memory of jungle skills

Their adaptation to the climate

Their ability to find food

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction of Tulia upon being released?

She hesitated to leave the cage

She went straight for the food

She stayed close to the handlers

She climbed a tree immediately

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique behavior did Zalipa exhibit after her release?

She refused to eat

She immediately swam in the river

She climbed the tallest tree

She had a unique way of eating tofu

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Zalipa do after checking her surroundings?

She climbed a tree

She stayed with the food

She returned to the cage

She followed Tulia