Zookeepers Wife Adopts Baby Tiger Triplets

Mrs. Fred Martini is caring for three tiger cubs in her Bronx apartment after their mother, Jenny, a tigress at the Bronx Zoo, refused to care for them due to her dislike of captivity. The cubs are temporarily living with the Martinis until they can eat meat and return to the zoo. Mrs. Martini, experienced in raising wild animals, feeds them formula while wearing gloves to protect herself from their claws. The cubs are playful and growing, but due to their future size and potential behavior, they won't stay in the household for long.

Why did Jenny, the tigress, refuse to care for her cubs?

• She was afraid of humans.

• She was not feeling well.

• She didn't like the idea of them being born in captivity.

• She was too young to care for them.

What role does Mr. Martini play in the lives of the cubs?

• He is their playmate.

• He is their keeper at the Bronx Zoo.

• He is their trainer.

• He is their veterinarian.

Why does Mrs. Martini wear gloves while feeding the cubs?

• To prevent allergies.

• To avoid getting bitten.

• To protect herself from their claws.

• To keep her hands clean.

What is the current weight of each cub?

• 15 pounds

• 25 pounds

• 20 pounds

• 10 pounds

Why won't the cubs be welcome in the house next year?

• They will be too large and potentially have bad manners.

• They will be too noisy.

• They will be too aggressive.

• They will be too expensive to feed.