Fierce Fighters of the West

What initially caught Sande Zeig's attention at the Phoenix airport?

• A group of Apache firefighters

• A group of male firefighters

• A group of tourists

• A group of airport staff

How long have the women of Apache 8 been fighting wildfires?

• Over 10 years

• Over 20 years

• Over 30 years

• Over 40 years

What was the initial reaction of the tribal council to Sande Zeig's request to film the Apache 8 crew?

• They immediately granted permission.

• They were skeptical but eventually granted permission.

• They denied permission.

• They requested more information before making a decision.

Who is Cheryl Bones in relation to the Apache 8 crew?

• A filmmaker

• The crew boss

• The tribal council chairwoman

• A member of the forestry directorate

What change occurred in the Apache 8 crew in 2005?

• They stopped fighting wildfires.

• They changed their base location.

• They changed their base location.

• They became a co-ed team.

What is the purpose of setting prescribed fires, as mentioned in the passage?

• To thin forests

• To cause accidental fires

• To reduce firefighting risks

• To increase forest density

How are the Apache 8 crew members viewed in their communities?

• As ordinary citizens

• As celebrities

• As villains

• As heroes

What is Marjorie Grimes' role in relation to the Apache 8 crew?

• A filmmaker

• A tribal council member

• A crew leader

• A firefighter

According to the passage, what did the public's perception of women firefighters initially entail?

• Full acceptance

• Resistance

• Indifference

• Celebration

What message do the women of Apache 8 convey to girls and young women across the country?

• Success requires little effort

• Women can't be firefighters

• Determination and passion lead to success

• Dreams should be abandoned