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I was wondering if I might be able to get some help with a current situation involving a 3rd grade reading comprehension question. Any and all input will be greatly appreciated.

The passage reads as follows:

"Gorillas like Koko are only found on one continent: Africa. They live together in groups, with the females taking care of the babies. No other animals hunt gorillas, but some humans do. Humans are gorillas only predators. Humans hunt gorillas for their meat, or to sell them for money. Gorillas are also in danger because humans are destroying forests: Gorillas are losing their homes.

Penny's primary reason for studying Koko has always been to protect gorillas. She believes that if people can see how smart they are, they will want to save gorillas that live in the wild. Penny is still working to protect gorillas' natural habitats in Africa."

1. How are humans harming gorillas?

I am looking for the correct answer accompanied by an in de...See More
Stephanie M True or false? "Destroying the forest is not hurting the gorilla. Hunting is what hurts them."
Nov 15, 2017


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