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1. Beware of rabbits 5. Protecting pets
2. Exotic pets 6. Tender pets
3. Saving animals 7. What’s in a name?
4. Teaching and entertaining 8. Contribution to science
A. Little is known for certain about how guinea pigs were first introduced to Europe
and North America as a domestic pet, but they most probably came during the 16th
century. Holland, Portugal and Spain had colonies in South America, and the
explorers brought to Europe gold and precious gems, along with other unusual and
exciting finds. Colourful parrots became very popular status symbols in the homes of
the wealthy, and with them came the guinea pig and other animals previously
unknown in Europe.
B. Many species of wild animals are in danger of complete extinction. This is usually
due to loss of habitat as a result of human expansion, or it could be due to excessive
hunting. A good, modern zoo has a valuable role to play in assisting with the protection of endangered species. This is both through education of the general
public in the importance of conservation in general, and through breeding
programmes to increase the population of endangered species in captivity and then
reintroduce them into the wild.
C. The guinea pig is today one of the world’s most popular pets, ranking only a little
way behind the rabbit. Though called guinea pigs, these animals are not pigs, nor do
they come from Guinea. Why Guinea, then? Some say they could have originally
changed hands at the cost of a guinea (twenty-one shillings - very expensive!). As
for the “pig", an explanation is much easier to guess - they run and squeal much as
little piglets do!
D. Rabbits are among the most popular pets to keep due to their affectionate nature and
love of cuddles. To show they are happy, they often grind their teeth softly when
being petted, similar to cats purring. In general, rabbits are timid, non-aggressive and
sociable with each other. With gentle handling they are generally quite tame. They
are playful and entertaining to watch, but they need a great deal of interaction with
their owners. Their cage should be relatively big, but they need some playtime
outside it as well.
E. For a long time guinea pigs were used as experimental animals. In 1890, the
antitoxin for diphtheria was discovered using guinea pigs in the research, and as a
result the lives of millions of children have been saved. In 1907 vitamin
С was
discovered due to guinea pigs. Like humans they cannot produce the vitamin and
need it supplied in their diet. The guinea pig’s wide variety of hair types and colours
has also made them a prime choice for studies of genetics and heredity. Later they
were replaced by rats and mice.
F. Security at Denver International Airport tries to protect cars from vandalism and
theft, but there’s a new threat at its expansive parking lot. Ravenous rabbits. The
animals are causing hundreds and sometimes thousands of dollars in damage to cars
by devouring the wires under the hood. At least 100 rabbits are removed every
month, but the problem persists. The airport is surrounded by prairie, and the rabbits
are seeking warmth and food in the parked vehicles.
G. Our mission at Wild Adventures Zoo is to bring family entertainment back to Las
Vegas, in an educational manner. Teaching respect for animals through hands-on
applications, workshops and conservation efforts, as well as helping injured and
abandoned wildlife and exotic pets, is the reason Wild Adventures Zoo was created.
Our focus is on educating the public through fun and exciting activities that allow
them to interact with the animals.
A-2, B - 3, C - 7, D - 6, E - 8, F - 1, G -4
А2, В3, С7, D1, E8, F6, G4.