Elephants

1. What is the oldest and wisest female leader of an elephant herd called?

• A. The Teacher
• B. The Matriarch
• C. The Guardian
• D. The Chief

2. Which body part helps elephants solve problems and feel emotions?

• A. Their large ears
• B. Their long trunks
• C. Their large brains
• D. Their thick skin

3. What special ability do elephants share with only a few other animals, like dolphins?

• A. Recognizing themselves in a mirror
• B. Running at very high speeds
• C. Changing the color of their skin
• D. Breathing underwater

4. How do elephants communicate with other elephants who are miles away?

• A. By splashing water in the air
• B. By using low-frequency rumbles that travel through the ground
• C. By changing their body color
• D. By climbing to the top of hills to shout

1. Why is it important for the matriarch to remember the locations of water and food from many years ago?

• A. It helps her look impressive to other herds.
• B. It is a fun hobby she enjoys.
• C. It helps the whole herd survive during dry seasons.
• D. It helps the herd win arguments with other animals.

2. If you saw an elephant using a stick to scratch an itch, what does this demonstrate?

• A. The elephant is bored and playing games.
• B. The elephant is using a tool to solve a problem.
• C. The elephant is trying to build a shelter.
• D. The elephant is showing off its strength.

3. How does the herd help raise a new baby elephant?

• A. The baby must find food on its own immediately.
• B. Only the mother is allowed to care for the baby.
• C. The herd relies on human zookeepers to help.
• D. The other females help babysit and protect the calf.

4. What does the phrase 'an elephant never forgets' actually mean based on science?

• A. Elephants have a perfect memory for every single thing they see.
• B. Elephants have a very strong memory for things important to their survival.
• C. Elephants are unable to learn new things because they only remember the past.
• D. Elephants only remember things that happened yesterday.