Monkeys cannot read in the way humans do. While they are intelligent and can learn to recognize symbols and even some words, their ability to understand written language is very limited. Monkeys can be trained to associate certain symbols with actions or rewards, but this is not the same as reading comprehension.
For example, some studies have shown that monkeys can learn to recognize symbols that represent numbers or simple words. However, this is more about pattern recognition and memory than understanding the meaning behind the words. Monkeys do not have the cognitive ability to process complex language structures or to understand the nuances of written text.
In summary, while monkeys can learn to recognize certain symbols and words, they do not have the ability to read or understand written language in the same way humans do.