Pygmy Lifestyle and Environment

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What is the primary food source for the Pygmies?

Rice
Maize
Yams
Cassava (correct)

Pygmies typically wear clothing made from manufactured fabrics.

False (B)

What type of houses do the Pygmies construct?

Semi-circular houses from tree branches and broad leaves

The Pygmies show a deep affection for the ______.

<p>forest</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of Pygmy lifestyle with the corresponding descriptions:

<p>Food Source = Cassava and hunted meat Clothing = Animal skins and leaves Housing = Semi-circular structures Connection to Nature = Deep affection for the forest</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Pygmy Lifestyle

Pygmies are short and dark-skinned.
They live in the Congo basin of Africa.
Cassava (tapioca) is their main food source.
They supplement their diet with hunted meat and gathered fruits.
They often wear animal skins or leaves as clothing.
Pygmies construct semi-circular houses from tree branches and broad leaves.
They have a deep affection for the forest.

Nature's influence on Pygmies

Climate: Hot and rainy
Resources: Abundant forests, providing food and building materials
Adaptations: Pygmies have adapted to the environment by developing skills for hunting, gathering, and building homes.
Lifestyle: Their lifestyle reflects a close connection to the rainforest environment.