Monkeys are some of the most intriguing and intelligent animals on our planet, known for their playful antics and complex social structures. This quiz will challenge your understanding of these fascinating primates, covering everything from their diverse habitats to their unique behaviors. Are you ready to test your monkey knowledge and learn some new facts along the way? Let’s get started!
Questions Overview
1. What is the primary diet of most monkey species?
Insects
Fruits
Leaves
Small mammals
2. Which of the following monkeys is known for its distinctive red face?
Spider Monkey
Macaque
Howler Monkey
Capuchin Monkey
3. Which monkey species is the smallest in the world?
Pygmy Marmoset
Tarsier
Squirrel Monkey
Capuchin Monkey
4. Where do most New World monkeys live?
Africa
Asia
South America
Australia
5. Which of the following monkeys is known for its loud howls that can be heard up to 3 miles away?
Spider Monkey
Howler Monkey
Macaque
Baboon
6. What is the main reason monkeys groom each other?
To clean each other
To establish social bonds
To remove parasites
To cool down
7. Which monkey is known for using tools to obtain food?
Capuchin Monkey
Spider Monkey
Howler Monkey
Macaque
8. Which of the following is NOT a type of monkey?
Gibbon
Tamarin
Marmoset
Mandrill
9. What is the average lifespan of a monkey in the wild?
5-10 years
10-15 years
15-20 years
20-25 years
10. Which monkey species is known for its prehensile tail, which it uses like a fifth limb?
Capuchin Monkey
Spider Monkey
Macaque
Baboon