A.

What mistaken idea did Durrell have about the age of the chimpanzee that he was
asked to escort to England?
He thought it was a baby chimpanzee but it was actually an adult one.

B. Why did the author think the owner of the van was silly?
Because the owner was to send such a small chimpanzee in such a huge crate
C. What told Durrell that the chimpanzee had been upset by the trip in the crate?
The expression on his face.
D. Why did Durrell end up holding hands with the chimpanzee?
Cholmondely had extended his long, hairy arm, clasped Durrell's hand in his and shaken
it warmly. Then later, he had held out his hand again.
E. Give two reasons why Durrell decided to offer some tea to the chimpanzee.
Firstly, Cholmondely turned and looked at him inquiringly, behaving like a guest who
wanted Durrell to offer him something. Secondly, Durrell had been warned that
Cholmondely liked tea
F. Why did the chimpanzee suddenly become so overjoyed that it made cheerful
hooting noises?
Because Durrell found his battered tin mug
G. What effect did Durrell's lighting of a cigarette have on the chimpanzee?
The chimpanzee became excited and held out its hand.
H. Which phrase in paragraph 4 suggests that Durrell actually considered it bad for
the chimpanzee to smoke?
"Undesirable habits"
I. What does the phrase "had a sweet tooth" mean?
Loved sweet food
J. Find a word that means "with great energy".
Vigorously