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What is the primary food source for the Pygmies?
What is the primary food source for the Pygmies?
Pygmies typically wear clothing made from manufactured fabrics.
Pygmies typically wear clothing made from manufactured fabrics.
False
What type of houses do the Pygmies construct?
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 ______.
The Pygmies show a deep affection for the ______.
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Match the following aspects of Pygmy lifestyle with the corresponding descriptions:
Match the following aspects of Pygmy lifestyle with the corresponding descriptions:
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Study Notes
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.
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Explore the unique lifestyle of the Pygmies in the Congo basin. This quiz covers their dietary habits, housing, and the influence of the rainforest on their culture. Delve into how they adapt to their hot and rainy climate while maintaining a deep connection to nature.
