Primatology and Study of Non-human Primates โ MCQs 25 Score: 0 Attempted: 0/25 Subscribe 1. What is the primary focus of primatology? (A) Study of ancient fossils (B) Study of non-human primates (C) Study of human evolution (D) Study of animal behavior in general 2. Which of the following is a defining feature of primates? (A) Hooves (B) Opposable thumbs (C) Exoskeletons (D) Gills 3. Primates are generally classified into which two main groups? (A) Mammals and reptiles (B) Prosimians and anthropoids (C) Vertebrates and invertebrates (D) Carnivores and herbivores 4. What is a characteristic of New World monkeys? (A) Prehensile tails (B) Large body size (C) Narrow noses (D) Ground-dwelling behavior 5. Which of the following is NOT a great ape? (A) Gorilla (B) Orangutan (C) Chimpanzee (D) Lemur 6. What is the primary method used by primatologists to study non-human primates? (A) Genetic analysis (B) Fossil excavation (C) Field observation (D) Lab experimentation 7. Which primate species is closest to humans in terms of genetics? (A) Gorilla (B) Bonobo (C) Orangutan (D) Lemur 8. The diet of most primates can be described as: (A) Herbivorous (B) Carnivorous (C) Omnivorous (D) Insectivorous 9. Which primate is known for its tool-making ability? (A) Gibbon (B) Chimpanzee (C) Baboon (D) Tarsier 10. The primary focus of Jane Goodallโs research was on: (A) Gorillas (B) Bonobos (C) Chimpanzees (D) Lemurs 11. Which of the following is a characteristic of Old World monkeys? (A) Prehensile tails (B) Wide nostrils (C) Cheek pouches (D) Strictly arboreal lifestyle 12. Gibbons are known for their: (A) Ground-dwelling behavior (B) Monogamous relationships (C) Lack of a tail (D) Tool-making abilities 13. Lemurs are primarily found in: (A) South America (B) Africa (C) Madagascar (D) Asia 14. The study of primate behavior provides insights into: (A) Human social structures (B) Geological processes (C) Marine ecosystems (D) Avian species 15. Which primate is known for its loud, resonant calls used to mark territory? (A) Gorilla (B) Howler monkey (C) Orangutan (D) Capuchin monkey 16. Primates typically have what kind of vision? (A) Monocular (B) Binocular (C) Infrared (D) Nocturnal 17. Which of the following is a common locomotion pattern in primates? (A) Galloping (B) Bipedal walking (C) Brachiation (D) Hopping 18. Orangutans are native to: (A) South America (B) Africa (C) Southeast Asia (D) Madagascar 19. What is the primary reason for studying non-human primates? (A) To understand climate change (B) To learn about human evolution and behavior (C) To develop medical treatments (D) To study biodiversity in oceans 20. Which primate is known for its complex social structures? (A) Orangutan (B) Gorilla (C) Bonobo (D) Tarsier 21. What type of primate is known for nocturnal habits? (A) Baboon (B) Lemur (C) Tarsier (D) Capuchin 22. Which is the smallest primate species? (A) Gibbon (B) Mouse lemur (C) Capuchin monkey (D) Bonobo 23. Primates are classified under which biological class? (A) Amphibians (B) Mammals (C) Reptiles (D) Birds 24. Baboons are known for their: (A) Arboreal lifestyle (B) Ground-dwelling behavior (C) Prehensile tails (D) Monogamous relationships 25. The term “arboreal” refers to: (A) Living on the ground (B) Living in trees (C) Living in caves (D) Living in water