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What is an example of dolphins helping each other?
Several dolphins swam under an injured dolphin to push it to the top of the water for air.
How did the first elephant help the second elephant in the story?
The first elephant pulled a small tree from the ground and put it into the injured elephant’s mouth.
Why do animals attack or kill other creatures according to the text?
Animals attack or kill other creatures to survive.
What do scientists agree on regarding animals' behavior in the text?
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Study Notes
Helping Behavior in Animals
- Dolphins have been observed helping each other, with one dolphin guiding a injured companion to the surface to breathe.
Elephant Cooperation
- In one reported incident, an elephant helped another elephant by using its tusks to dig up water from a dry riverbed, saving the life of the other elephant.
Aggressive Behavior in Animals
- Animals attack or kill other creatures in response to threats, competition for resources, or to protect themselves or their young.
Scientific Consensus on Animal Behavior
- Scientists agree that animals' behavior is complex and influenced by a range of factors, including genetics, environment, and social interactions.
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