A moment that changed me: I brought a baby gorilla home – and learned so much about being a parent
This is a list of key vocabulary and expressions from the article in order of how useful they are. The student must choose 6 items from the list to study in the lesson.
To be desperate (to do something/ for something)
To rely on (something/ someone)
It was 2016, and I’d been a zookeeper for seven years.
To cling (to/ onto something/ someone)
To hang on/ To hang onto something
15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.
1. Why did Alan end up adopting Afia, the baby gorilla, and what was his goal?
2. How did Alan describe living with Afia?
3. How did Alan’s family feel about the situation?
4. How did Alan feel at the end?
5. Would you like to do what Alan did?
6. Would you prefer to work professionally with animals or children?
7. What is the strongest bond you’ve ever had with an animal?
8. How do pets and animals feel about humans?
9. My friend told me that he doesn’t want to get a dog because he’ll be too sad when it dies. Is he right?
10. Are there any cruel animal practises in your native country?
11. How would you feel if your partner brought home a new pet?
12. Do you like to visit zoos?
13. How do parents feel when their kids finally leave home?
14. Are you fascinated by wildlife and animal behaviour?
15. What is a wildlife experience that you would love to have?