Brave Hearts: A Day in the Life of a Firefighter
Meet Jane, a brave firefighter. Her day starts with a rigorous workout because firefighters must be very strong and agile. She checks her gear, ensuring her helmet, boots, and fire suit are ready for action. When a fire call comes, Jane and her team quickly slide down the pole and rush to the fire truck. They wear air tanks to breathe in smoke-filled areas. Jane's job is not only about fighting fires. She rescues people from car accidents and even saves pets stuck in trees. Firefighters like Jane are real-life heroes who risk their lives to keep us safe. They are well-trained, courageous, and always ready to help. Next time you see a firefighter, wave and say thank you!
Question 1
Why does Jane's day start with a rigorous workout?
Because she likes to stay in shape
Because firefighters must be very strong and agile
Explanation. The text indicates that Jane, as a firefighter, starts her day with a rigorous workout because firefighters must be very strong and agile.
Because she is preparing for a marathon
Because she has a fitness channel on YouTube
Because she is a professional athlete
Question 2
What does Jane do when a fire call comes?
She takes a nap
She goes shopping
She slides down the pole and rushes to the fire truck
Explanation. According to the text, Jane and her team quickly slide down the pole and rush to the fire truck when a fire call comes.
She watches TV
She starts cooking
Question 3
What is Jane's job not only about?
Teaching
Fighting fires
Explanation. The text states that Jane's job is not only about fighting fires, but it also includes rescuing people from car accidents and saving pets stuck in trees.
Dancing
Writing
Cooking
Question 4
Why are firefighters like Jane considered real-life heroes?
Because they have superpowers
Because they can fly
Because they are celebrities
Because they risk their lives to keep us safe
Explanation. According to the text, firefighters like Jane risk their lives to keep us safe, which makes them real-life heroes.
Because they are rich
Question 5
What should you do next time you see a firefighter?
Ask for an autograph
Laugh at them
Ignore them
Insult them
Wave and say thank you
Explanation. The text suggests that one should wave and say thank you next time they see a firefighter to appreciate their service.
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