Tufts Troupe Leadership and Roles

The video introduces the Tufts troupe, a group of tufted gray langurs, highlighting their relaxed lifestyle. Ponnu, the only adult male, leads the troupe and oversees a harem of females. The troupe is experiencing a baby boom, with new toddlers and newborns. While Ponnu is not a hands-on father, first-time mom Nisha is learning motherhood with her son Pip. Ponnu focuses on defending the troupe and ensuring their safety.

What is the primary activity of the Tufts troupe?

• Hunting for food

• Engaging in social activities

• Relaxing and doing nothing

• Building nests

Who is Ponnu in the context of the Tufts troupe?

• A predator of the troupe

• A female member of the troupe

• The only adult male and leader

• A newborn in the troupe

How old is Ponnu, the leader of the troupe?

• Five years old

• Twelve years old

• Eight years old

• Ten years old

What significant event has recently occurred in the Tufts troupe?

• A baby boom with many new births

• A shortage of food

• A migration to a new location

• A change in leadership

What is Ponnu's involvement with the newborns in the troupe?

• He is very hands-on and nurturing

• He teaches them survival skills

• He protects them from predators

• He ignores them as his job is done

What is the role of the females in the Tufts troupe?

• They do all the work of raising the young

• They lead the troupe

• They defend the troupe from threats

• They hunt for food

What is the primary concern for Ponnu as the leader?

• Building shelters for the troupe

• Defending the troupe and watching for danger

• Finding food for the troupe

• Teaching the young ones