Why Scientists Love Rhesus Macaque Monkeys

That's News to Me

Int – High Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson featuring content from The Associated Press, students read about how rhesus macaque monkeys are used in scientific research to learn about human behavior and genetic code. This lesson includes a photo, vocabulary, comprehension questions, and a speaking task.

Focus

current events
authentic materials
reading
monkeys
science

Vocabulary

primate
genome
transplant
fertility
abundance
kidney
unravel
decipher
striking
alliance
A spinning paper plane