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    Amazing Zoos Around the World

    Helsinki Zoo

    This is a zoo located on an island in Finland. It is the country's biggest zoo which has amazing animals like deer, Siberian tigers and even bears. What adds to the beauty of this zoo is the natural wildlife that surrounds it on the island. From beautiful rainforests to lots of plant species, Helsinki Zoo should be a destination you won't regret visiting.

    Toronto Zoo

    Toronto Zoo is home to over 16, 000 animals, including tigers, lions, and monkeys. The zoo has an amazing gorilla (大猩猩) habitat exhibit, and a Discovery Zone for children to learn more about the animals and their natural habitats. Another thing that makes this zoo worth a visit is its protection policy, which has helped to protect endangered species from all around the world and is one of the very few animal-Friendly zoos in North America. 

    Sao Paolo Zoo 

    The state of Sao Paolo has strict laws about animal cruelty and can actually give out fines (罚款) of up to US $435, 000 for animal testing. So it's no surprise that Sao Paolo Zoo, with its over 3,200 animals, is animal-friendly. They also spend time in protection efforts, focusing on Brazil's own endangered animals. Here, you'll see plenty of animals like parrots, wild cats and various birds.

    Wellington Zoo 

    It is New Zealand's first and largest zoo and is home to more than 500 different animals and 100 different species. Focusing on wildlife protection, Wellington Zoo has successfully saved endangered animals like the Sun Bear. If you make your way to this zoo, you'll also find yourself face-to-face with red pandas, monkeys and the country's official bird, the kiwi. This animal-friendly zoo is also eco-friendly, equipped with solar heating and power.

    1. (1) What makes Helsinki Zoo different from Toronto Zoo?
      A . It has tigers. B . It has lots of animal species. C . It stands on an island. D . It is a good zoo to visit.
    2. (2) What can people enjoy in Toronto Zoo? 
      A . Seeing beautiful rainforests. B . Learning about animals' natural habitats. C . Watching tiger and lion habitat exhibits. D . Seeing special animals such as Siberian tigers.
    3. (3) What can we learn from the passage? 
      A . Helsinki Zoo has the most animal species. B . Wellington Zoo has managed to protect the Sun Bear. C . There are many animal-friendly zoos in North America. D . People will not be fined even if they test animals in the state of Sao Paolo.

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