Forest Fire Safety

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What is the leading cause of forest fires in the United States?

  1. Lightning

  2. Human carelessness

  3. Arson

  4. Natural causes


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Human carelessness, such as unattended campfires, burning debris, and discarded cigarettes, is the leading cause of forest fires in the United States.

What is the best way to prevent forest fires?

  1. Educate the public about fire safety

  2. Enforce fire regulations

  3. Create firebreaks

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Preventing forest fires requires a combination of public education, enforcement of fire regulations, and the creation of firebreaks.

What is a firebreak?

  1. A strip of land cleared of vegetation to stop the spread of fire

  2. A natural barrier that prevents the spread of fire

  3. A chemical agent used to extinguish fires

  4. A type of fire hose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A firebreak is a strip of land cleared of vegetation, usually by bulldozers, to stop the spread of fire.

What is the most important thing to do if you see a forest fire?

  1. Call 911

  2. Try to put out the fire yourself

  3. Evacuate the area

  4. Stay and watch the fire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The most important thing to do if you see a forest fire is to call 911. Do not try to put out the fire yourself unless you are a trained firefighter.

What should you do if you are caught in a forest fire?

  1. Run away from the fire

  2. Find a safe place to shelter in place

  3. Cover your mouth and nose with a wet cloth

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

If you are caught in a forest fire, you should run away from the fire, find a safe place to shelter in place, and cover your mouth and nose with a wet cloth.

What is the most common type of forest fire?

  1. Surface fire

  2. Crown fire

  3. Ground fire

  4. Spot fire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surface fires are the most common type of forest fire. They burn along the surface of the ground, consuming leaves, twigs, and other small vegetation.

What is a crown fire?

  1. A fire that burns in the treetops

  2. A fire that burns underground

  3. A fire that burns in a peat bog

  4. A fire that burns in a landfill


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Crown fires are fires that burn in the treetops. They are the most dangerous type of forest fire because they can spread quickly and are difficult to control.

What is a ground fire?

  1. A fire that burns in the soil

  2. A fire that burns in a peat bog

  3. A fire that burns in a landfill

  4. A fire that burns in a coal mine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ground fires are fires that burn in the soil. They are often caused by lightning strikes or human carelessness.

What is a spot fire?

  1. A fire that starts from a spark or ember

  2. A fire that burns in a treetop

  3. A fire that burns in the soil

  4. A fire that burns in a peat bog


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Spot fires are fires that start from a spark or ember. They can be caused by lightning strikes, campfires, or human carelessness.

What is the best way to extinguish a small campfire?

  1. Pour water on it

  2. Stir it up with a stick

  3. Bury it in dirt

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

To extinguish a small campfire, you can pour water on it, stir it up with a stick, or bury it in dirt. Make sure the fire is completely out before leaving it unattended.

What should you do if you find a campfire that has been left unattended?

  1. Put it out

  2. Report it to the authorities

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

If you find a campfire that has been left unattended, you should put it out and report it to the authorities.

What is the Smokey Bear campaign?

  1. A campaign to prevent forest fires

  2. A campaign to promote fire safety

  3. A campaign to educate the public about forest fires

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Smokey Bear campaign is a campaign to prevent forest fires, promote fire safety, and educate the public about forest fires.

What is the symbol of the Smokey Bear campaign?

  1. A bear

  2. A tree

  3. A campfire

  4. A Smokey Bear hat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The symbol of the Smokey Bear campaign is a bear.

What is the slogan of the Smokey Bear campaign?

  1. Only you can prevent forest fires

  2. Prevent forest fires

  3. Stop forest fires

  4. Put out forest fires


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The slogan of the Smokey Bear campaign is "Only you can prevent forest fires".

What is the website of the Smokey Bear campaign?


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The website of the Smokey Bear campaign is www.smokeybear.com.

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