Fire Safety Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a smoke alarm?

• To detect carbon monoxide

• To detect smoke and alert you of a fire

• To control the temperature in a room

• To provide light during a power outage

How often should you test your smoke alarms?

• Once a year

• Once a month

• Every six months

• Every two years

Where should smoke alarms be installed in your home?

• In the kitchen only

• In every bedroom and on every level of the home

• In the basement only

• In the garage only

What should you do if your smoke alarm goes off?

• Ignore it

• Check for fire and evacuate if necessary

• Turn it off and go back to sleep

• Call a friend

Why is it important to have an escape route in case of a fire?

• To find a place to hide

• To ensure everyone knows how to exit safely

• To practice running fast

• To have fun

How often should you practice your fire escape plan?

• Once a year

• Once a month

• Twice a year

• Every week

What should you do if you encounter smoke while escaping a fire?

• Stand up and run

• Crawl low under the smoke

• Go back to your room

• Open all the windows

Why is it important to have a meeting place outside your home in case of a fire?

• To play games

• To ensure everyone is safe and accounted for

• To have a picnic

• To wait for the fire truck

Who should you call if there is a fire in your home?

• Your best friend

• The fire department

• Your teacher

• The local store

What is the emergency phone number to call for help in case of a fire in the United States?

• 911

• 411

• 811

• 611