vocabulary
perform
carry out, accomplish, or fulfil (an action, task, or function).
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
What role does a matriarch play in an elephant family?
The matriarch leads the elephant family, using her experience and knowledge to help them survive.
snake
hissing
get over
Recover from an illness or emotional distress
double
consisting of two equal, identical, or similar parts or things.
How many players are on a soccer team?
11
Why do young male elephants eventually leave their family group?
Young male elephants leave their family group in their teens. This is a natural part of their life cycle, as males are not permanent members of the matriarchal family structure and often become more independent as they mature.
Pig
Snort
Come across
To find or meet by chance.
captivity
the condition of being imprisoned or confined.
Who wrote "Romeo and Juliet"?
William Shakespeare.
What is a "fission-fussion'' society, and how does it apply to elephant families?
A "fission-fusion" society is a social structure in which family groups can split into smaller units and later come back together.
Duck
Cackle
Brush up on
Improve or refresh your knowledge or skill in something.
cage
a structure of bars or wires in which birds or other animals are confined
What planet is known as the "Red Planet"?
Mars
How do African and Asian elephant family structures differ, according to the text?
African elephant families rely heavily on a strong matriarch, as survival in their environment requires strong leadership and memory for locating resources.
Aligator
Hiss
Get around to
Finally do something after delaying it.
veterinarian
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
Diamond
What challenges do matriarchs face, particularly in relation to poaching?
Matriarchs, being large and possessing valuable tusks, are often targeted by poachers. When a matriarch is killed violently, it can destabilize the family, leading to its breakup. Some replacement matriarchs struggle with the stress of managing a traumatized family, and in some cases, they abandon the group altogether.
Camel
Nuzzing
Settle down
Start living a stable, routine life.