VOICED : El oso Arturo se queda en Mendoza

Arturo, a 29-year-old polar bear in Mendoza, Argentina, will remain there due to health risks associated with travel. Experts decided against moving him to Canada, citing his age and health issues. Public groups are unhappy with his living conditions and suggest improvements. A Canadian zoo has offered to help enhance his environment.

Why did the committee decide to keep Arturo in Mendoza?

• Due to the risk involved in moving him to Canada.

• Because he enjoys the warm climate.

• Due to his young age and good health.

• Because there are no other zoos willing to take him.

What is the average life expectancy of a polar bear?

• 35 years

• 29 years

• 21 years

• 15 years

What is one of the main concerns about sedating Arturo for travel?

• It might cause him to lose weight.

• It could make him more depressed.

• It could make him more aggressive.

• It poses a significant physiological risk.

What do civil groups suggest for Arturo if he remains in Mendoza?

• To keep him in the same conditions.

• To release him into the wild.

• To improve his living conditions.

• To move him to a different zoo in Argentina.

What offer did the Canadian zoo make regarding Arturo?

• To build a new enclosure in Mendoza.

• To provide him with a new companion.

• To send an expert to improve his environment.

• To adopt him permanently.