HHMI Educator Tips | The Guide

What was Tonga Torcida's initial career aspiration?

• A famous biologist

• A tour guide in Gorongosa National Park

• An environmental science teacher

• A conservationist

Who is the famous biologist Tonga Torcida meets in Gorongosa National Park?

• David Hong

• E.O. Wilson

• Charles Darwin

• Jane Goodall

What career path does Tonga ultimately decide to pursue after interacting with Dr. Wilson?

• Becoming a tour guide

• Studying biology to help his community

• Working as a park ranger

• Becoming a filmmaker

What factors are mentioned as amplifying the effects of poaching and habitat destruction on biodiversity in Africa?

• Climate change and natural disasters

• Poverty and human conflict

• Overpopulation and industrialization

• Lack of tourism and economic development