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Lesson 1 (from Chapter 1, A Tale of Three Chimps)

Objective

The chapter attempts to establish that humans and chimps are biologically and genetically closely related. This lesson will discuss how they are related.

Lesson

Class Discussion: What does the author say about the relationship between chimpanzees and humans?

Small Group Activity: How does he support his beliefs? Do you believe this research is valid? Why or why not?

Class Debate: Split the class into two groups and debate whether the data the author provides is valid.

Homework: Write a summary of the debate, including your beliefs about the biological and genetic relationship between humans and chimpanzees.

Lesson 2 (from Chapter 1, A Tale of Three Chimps)

Objective

The conclusion of the chapter deals with the ethical implications of human and chimp relatedness. This lesson will discuss these implications.

Lesson

Class Discussion: How is the relationship between humans and chimpanzees an ethical issue?

Small Group Activity: How should chimps be treated, if they are our closest...

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