Answer 2 of the questions provided (12-25 sentences) and reply to 2 students (5-6 sentences)
1. What data and reasoning did de Waal and Sapolsky use to discuss what we can learn about human primates from non-human primates? Specifically look at two of these areas- dominance hierarchies, networking and forging alliances, conflicts/violence, conflict resolution, and cooperation. Do they see humans as a completely different and unique species or as just different by degree? What is your opinion- do you see humans as unique in kind or just different by degree? (Note- focus on the primate data, not the elephants).
2. What does Sapolsky state about the human primate
compared to other primates? Does he see us as unique in kind or just
different by degree to other primates? What data and reasoning does he
give to state we’re just like any other animal? What data and reasoning
does he give to state we have the same basic design but we put it to
novel use? Do you agree or disagree with Sapolsky’s perspective
(explain your answer)?
3. What are the key differences between the Gombe Chimps and the Tai Chimps? Address each
of the following- environment, tool making and use, hunting strategies
and success, and food sharing. What is responsible for these
intra-species differences (within species)?
4. What can a
comparison of chimpanzees and bonobos reveal about the human primate?
We are equally genetically related to these two ape species. Which
species are we more similar to? Specifically address at least two of
the following areas to compare and contrast- tool making and use,
violence (both within group and between groups), dominance hierarchies,
conflict resolution, hunting for food. In your view which species of
ape are we more similar to (explain your answer)?
