Firefighters

What do firefighters wear to protect themselves when fighting a fire?

• Light clothes

• Special clothing like a heavy coat, pants, and helmet

• Regular clothes

What are goggles and gloves used for?

• To help firefighters carry equipment

• To keep firefighters’ eyes and hands safe

• To keep firefighters warm

Why do some firefighters wear a mask and air tank?

• To help them breathe when fighting fires

• To help them see clearly

• To protect their skin

What is the main purpose of the special boots that firefighters wear?

• To keep their feet cool

• To keep their feet safe from hot surfaces

• To make them look professional

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-3

What is the most important reason firefighters wear protective clothing?

• To keep them warm

• To keep them safe when fighting fires

• To make them look strong

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-3

What do firefighters sometimes have to do when people cannot escape a building?

• Call the police

• Go into the building to rescue people

• Wait for help

Why do firefighters sometimes go inside buildings?

• To save people trapped inside

• To cook food

• To clean the building

What do firefighters do to stay safe when fighting fires?

• They learn different methods to protect themselves

• They only fight small fires

• They stay far away from the fire

Which of the following is part of a firefighter’s job when responding to an emergency?

• They only fight fires

• They help in car accidents and teach fire safety

• They manage the city’s traffic

What are firefighters trained to do in case of a fire?

• Only fight the fire

• Fight fires and rescue people

• Wait for others to help