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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Smith's description, how does the life of a firefighter differ from that of other city workers?
(a) They are the least respected of all city workers.
(b) When he leaves in the morning, he may not come home alive.
(c) They are the most respected of all city workers.
(d) They are the brave ones.

2. Which writer once suggested that the story finds the author?
(a) Charlotte Gilman.
(b) Sarah Orne Jewett..
(c) Shirley Jackson.
(d) Katherine Anne Porter.

3. Who was responsible for the most malicious false alarms?
(a) Children.
(b) Criminals.
(c) Adults.
(d) Teenagers.

4. Before discovering the culprit, how did Smith describe the fatal fire on Kelly Street?
(a) A tough break.
(b) A case of ironic justice.
(c) A simple tragedy.
(d) A case of just desserts.

5. Which magazine asked Smith to write about firefighters?
(a) Newsweek.
(b) True.
(c) Time.
(d) Life.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the sound of four 5 bells announce at the fire station?

2. Who was responsible for the fire at the Kelly Street apartments?

3. To what experience does Smith compare his work for the fire department in the Introduction?

4. Which captain entered the Kelly Street apartment first?

5. What does Smith say computers can be used for in the firefighting field?

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