Smokejumpers Test

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What is the main idea of Smokejumpers?

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A group of people who risk their lives to put out wildfires.

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What do you call a parachuting firefighter who jumps out of airplanes to reach wildfires?

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smokejumper

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What does dedication mean?

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Giving a lot of time and energy to doing something.

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What is the author's purpose for writing about smokejumpers?

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To teach about the courage and dedication of smokejumpers.

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What is the mission of Smokejumpers and Hot Shots?

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To stop a fire before it becomes more destructive.

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What tools do smokejumpers use to fight fires?

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Parachutes, fire retardant, and firefighting gear.

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Why do smokejumpers jump from airplanes?

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To reach remote wildfires quickly.

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What is a wildfire?

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A large, uncontrolled fire that spreads rapidly through vegetation.

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What qualities are important for a smokejumper?

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Courage, physical fitness, and teamwork.

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How do smokejumpers help prevent forest fires?

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By quickly responding to wildfires and using techniques to control them.