Can You Identify The Monkey Species Quiz

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1/10 Questions

Which is a type of monkey?
- Old world
- New World
- A and B
- None of the above

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Do you know monkeys like the back of your hand? Perhaps you have an incoming test, or you just want to show off your monkey knowledge to your friends and family, you might consider taking this fun-filled test, which analyzes your knowledge on monkeys, their species and their type. Take this test.

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2.

What's the species of this monkey?
- Proboscis
- Vervet
- Squirrel
- Rhesus
Correct Answer

A. Squirrel
3.

What type of monkey is the squirrel monkey?
- Old world
- New World
- People world
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. New World

Explanation

The squirrel monkey is classified as a New World monkey. New World monkeys are native to Central and South America, while Old World monkeys are found in Africa and Asia. The term "People world" is not a valid classification for monkeys. Therefore, the correct answer is New World.

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4.

What is the name of this species of monkey?
- Squirrel
- Vervet
- Monyet Boland
- Marmoset
Correct Answer

A. Vervet

Explanation

The correct answer is Vervet. Vervet is the name of the species of monkey depicted in the image or described in the context of the question. The other options mentioned, such as Squirrel, Monyet Boland, and Marmoset, are not the correct names for this particular species of monkey.

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5.

What type of monkey is the Vervet?
- New World
- Old World
- Eastern
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. Old World

Explanation

The Vervet monkey is classified as an Old World monkey. Old World monkeys are native to Africa and Asia, while New World monkeys are found in Central and South America. The term "Old World" refers to the continents where these monkeys are naturally found. Therefore, the Vervet monkey belongs to the Old World monkey group.

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6.

What Species of monkey is this?
- Vervet
- Pygmy
- Boland
- Proboscis
Correct Answer

A. Proboscis
7.

What does Monyet Boland mean?
- Big eyes
- Long nose
- Red lips
- Big head
Correct Answer

A. Long nose
8.

What's the name of this species?
- Tinabel
- Pygmy Marmoset
- Monyet Boland
- Squirrel monkey
Correct Answer

A. Pygmy Marmoset

Explanation

The correct answer is Pygmy Marmoset. The other options, Tinabel, Monyet Boland, and Squirrel monkey, are not the names of this particular species. The Pygmy Marmoset is a small monkey species native to the rainforests of South America. They are known for their tiny size, with adults typically weighing less than a pound. They have distinctive features such as a long tail, claw-like nails, and a high-pitched vocalization.

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9.

What's the reason for the name "pygmy"?
- Large size
- Small size
- Cannibalism
- Nocturnal
Correct Answer

A. Small size

Explanation

The reason for the name "pygmy" is because it refers to something that is small in size. This term is often used to describe various species of animals, including humans, who are significantly smaller than the average size for their species.

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10.

What are the species of this monkey?
- Vervet
- Squirrel
- Rhesus Macaque
- Marmoset
Correct Answer

A. Rhesus Macaque

Explanation

The species of monkey mentioned in the given options are Vervet, Squirrel, Rhesus Macaque, and Marmoset. The correct answer is Rhesus Macaque.

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