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1. In 1950 in New Mexico a bear cub was found in a tree after a forest fire had destroyed his home. He became a symbol for forest fire prevention. What is the name of this famous bear?
2. 'The Man-Eaters of Tsavo' written by John Henry Patterson tells the story of his encounter with two large lions that in 1898 had killed many of the bridge builders in Tsavo. What names were these lions known by?
3. A lioness who was hand-reared by Joy Adamson. Adamson then wrote a book about bringing up a baby lioness. 'Born Free' became a best-seller and well-done film. What was her name?
4. In 1882 this African elephant was sold to Barnum and Bailey Circus. He became the focal point for the circus, until he was struck by a freight train in 1885 in Canada and killed. What famous elephant is this?
5. In Scotland a man named John Gray died in 1858. His dog remained faithful keeping a constant watch over the grave of his master for the next 14 years. What is the name of this faithful little dog?
6. In 1876 Captain Keogh rode a part mustang and part Morgan horse into the valley of the Little Big Horn. This horse became the only member of the 7th cavalry left alive after the battle with Sitting Bull. What is the name of this horse?
7. This horse belonged to singer Roy Rogers and the two of them made many films over the years. What is the name of this famous horse?
8. This killer whale was in the movie 'Free Willy.' What is the whale's real name?
9. This racehorse was the favourite of Australia during the late 1920's and early 1930's. His early death in 1932 in the United States stunned both Australians and Americans. What is the name of this famous horse?
10. This dog was a major movie star of the 1920's, he made $1000.00 a week and 24 pictures for Warner Bros. He died in 1932. What is the name of this dog?
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