Vocabulary
bonds, complex, behavior, repeatedly, suffering
pain, either mental or physical
suffering
cognitive, recognition, treat, grief, controversial
Some animals appear to express __when a member of their family dies.
grief
The Amazon rainforest is home to millions of species of plants and animals. It also produces a large portion of the world’s oxygen and helps regulate the Earth’s climate. Many scientists worry about deforestation because it threatens both the environment and the animals that live there.
a. The Amazon rainforest is mostly unimportant to the Earth.
b. Deforestation has no effect on the environment.
c. The Amazon rainforest is vital for the environment and its animals.
The Amazon rainforest is vital for the environment and its animals.
Which animal has been observed to solve puzzles?
octopus
air bubbles, bedtime, grandfather, immediate family, social structure, wildlife, eye-contact, decision-makers
Your parents, husband or wife, brothers and sisters, and children make up your __.
immediate family
bonds, complex, behavior, repeatedly, suffering
occurring many times
repeatedly
cognitive, recognition, treat, grief, controversial
People should ___animals with kindness because they are living creatures, too.
treat
Many teenagers feel pressure to use social media constantly. Studies suggest that too much time online can affect mental health, sleep patterns, and real-life relationships. Experts recommend setting limits to maintain a healthy balance.
a. Teenagers should spend all their free time on social media.
b. Using social media too much can harm teenagers’ well-being.
c. Social media has no effect on teenagers.
Using social media too much can harm teenagers’ well-being.
Which animal has been observed to pass down knowledge?
elephants
air bubbles, bedtime, grandfather, immediate family, social structure, wildlife, eye-contact, decision-makers
Tadpoles play by riding ___ up through the water.
air bubbles
bonds, complex, behavior, repeatedly, suffering
the way someone or something acts
behavior
cognitive, recognition, treat, grief, controversial
Regular exercise can help with physical fitness and ___function.
cognitive
Electric cars are becoming more popular as people look for environmentally friendly transportation. Unlike traditional vehicles, electric cars do not produce harmful emissions. Governments around the world are offering incentives to encourage their use.
a. Electric cars are harmful to the environment.
b. Electric cars are a growing solution for cleaner transportation.
c. Governments discourage the use of electric cars.
Electric cars are a growing solution for cleaner transportation.
Which animal passes down knowledge?
elephants
air bubbles, bedtime, grandfather, immediate family, social structure, wildlife, eye-contact, decision-makers
Dogs show they are paying attention by making __
eye-contact
bonds, complex, behavior, repeatedly, suffering
a feeling of connection with someone or something else
bonds
cognitive, recognition, treat, grief, controversial
There’s a growing __that all species are important for the health of the planet.
recognition
Reading regularly has many benefits. It improves vocabulary, strengthens comprehension skills, and increases knowledge about the world. People who read for pleasure often report feeling more relaxed and less stressed.
a. Reading is a waste of time.
b. Reading regularly can improve skills and reduce stress.
c. Only students benefit from reading.
Reading regularly can improve skills and reduce stress.
Which animal helps end another's suffering?
rats
air bubbles, bedtime, grandfather, immediate family, social structure, wildlife, eye-contact, decision-makers
Researchers often find behavior that is similar to that of humans when they study __
social structure
bonds, complex, behavior, repeatedly, suffering
involving a lot of different parts; difficult to understand
complex
Bees play an important role in pollination, which is necessary for plants to produce fruits and seeds. Without bees, many crops and wild plants would struggle to survive, affecting both the environment and human food supplies.
a. Bees are harmful insects.
b. Bees are essential for pollination and food production.
c. Humans do not need bees for anything.
Bees are essential for pollination and food production.
Which animal makes and plays with bubble rings?
dolphin
air bubbles, bedtime, grandfather, immediate family, social structure, wildlife, eye-contact, decision-makers
In gelada societies, researchers have observed that females are the __
decision-makers