VOICER Baghdad zoo officially reopens

The Baghdad Zoo has officially reopened after significant restoration efforts following the fall of Saddam's regime. The zoo faced numerous challenges during the war, including military threats and looting, which left the animals in poor condition. Coalition forces and a team of Australians worked to make the zoo safe again. Now, the zoo is ready to welcome visitors and return to normal operations.

What event marked the official reopening of the Baghdad Zoo?

• A musical concert

• A fireworks display

• A ribbon-cutting ceremony

• A parade

What was one of the main challenges the Baghdad Zoo faced during the war?

• A fire outbreak

• Being used as a military site

• Flooding

• An earthquake

What condition were the remaining animals in after the war?

• Well-fed and healthy

• In poor condition and unfed

• Relocated to another zoo

• Trained for performances

Who helped make the Baghdad Zoo safe for reopening?

• A team of Australians

• Local volunteers

• The United Nations

• A group of veterinarians

What is the future outlook for the Baghdad Zoo after its restoration?

• It will be closed again

• It will become a military base

• It will return to normal operations

• It will be converted into a park