Orangutan Resilience and Friendship

The video tells the story of two orangutans, Shelton and Coprol, who have overcome significant challenges. Shelton is blind, while Coprol lost his arms after being electrocuted. Despite their disabilities, they have formed a strong bond and demonstrate remarkable resilience. Coprol has adapted to his condition by using his mouth and feet, and he regularly visits Shelton, who cannot leave his cage. Their story highlights the resilience of primates and the enduring power of friendship.

What activity are the other students engaged in while Shelton enjoys his leafy greens?

• Building nests

• Swimming in the river

• Having a fruit feast

• Playing in the forest

What happened to Coprol when he was four years old?

• He was lost in the forest

• He was electrocuted climbing a power pole

• He was adopted by a new family

• He learned to climb trees

How did Coprol's owner initially react after the electrocution incident?

• Took him to a vet immediately

• Left him in the forest

• Assumed he would die and left him in the cage

• Gave him to a wildlife sanctuary

What has Coprol learned to use in place of his hands?

• His tail

• His mouth and feet

• Special tools

• Assistance from other orangutans

What is one of the methods Coprol uses to move around?

• Swinging from vines

• Using a wheelchair

• Climbing with his feet

• Being carried by others

How did Coprol and Shelton form their bond?

• Through a training program

• During a shared meal

• While recuperating from their injuries

• By playing together in the forest

What does Coprol do when he visits Shelton?

• Teaches him new skills

• Rolls in to say hello

• Leads him into the forest

• Brings him food

What does the story of Shelton and Coprol illustrate about orangutans?

• Their ability to learn new languages

• Their resilience and enduring friendships

• Their preference for solitary living

• Their need for constant human care

What challenge does Shelton face?

• He has no sense of smell

• He is unable to swim

• He cannot climb trees

• He is blind

What is a key theme of the video?

• The dangers of the forest for young orangutans

• The resilience and friendship among orangutans

• The importance of diet in orangutans

• The role of humans in orangutan conservation