Stars of the Zoo: The Gorilla and the Lion

Finding himself desperately in need of money, an unemployed man went to the city zoo, hoping to find a job feeding the animals. Although no such opportunity was available, the manager, seeing the size and strength of the applicant, suddenly got an idea.

"You know," he said, "there are a few creatures who attract attention like a gorilla. When the zoo attracts attention from parents who come here with their children, we earn money through the entrance fees they paid."

The manager sighed, "Unfortunately, our gorilla died yesterday. If we get you a special fur suit, would you be willing to imitate the gorilla for a few days?"

The hungry man agreed to try. He was quite successful as he beat his chest, bellowed and shook the bars of the cage - much to the amusement of zoo visitors who said they have never seen a gorilla with such intelligence.

One day, while swinging on his trapeze, he accidentally lost his grip and landed in the lion's den. The huge beast gave a ferocious roar. Backing away, the gorilla impostor realized he couldn't cry for assistance without revealing he was a fake.

He retreated, hoping to crawl back over the fence into his own cage. The lion, however, which continues with a loud roar followed him. Finally, in desperation, he yelled, "Help! help me!"

Immediately, the lion said in an undertone, "Shut up, stupid! You'll get us both fired!"

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