two chimpanzees held in his arms. He offered a small, guilty smile. “I didn’t mean to let them escape,” he said. “I just wanted to set them free so that they could play outside for a litt le while!” he continued with excitement. “I took the key from a zookeeper who wasn’t looking. But then, the exhibit lock broke and…” Behind Mary, Mrs. Brown had begun to walk up the path and saw John holding the animals. It was clear from her serious expression that he was in big trouble.