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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Smith, how should kids who pull malicious false alarms be treated?
(a) They should be warned of the consequences of false alarms.
(b) They should be returned to their parents.
(c) They should be given guidance care by social services.
(d) They should be sent to an institution for a year.

2. What does Smith say computers can be used for in the firefighting field?
(a) Computers can project how many fires will occur in a given day.
(b) Computers can help firefighters determine the best way to fight a fire.
(c) Computers can be used to reduce response times.
(d) Computers can help fire trucks find fires faster.

3. How did Smith feel when first approached about writing a memoir of firefighting?
(a) Concerned that he did not know enough about firefighting.
(b) Challenged by the act of writing the way climbers are challenged by mountains.
(c) Concerned that he would be incapable of writing.
(d) Convinced that people would never understand firefighters.

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

5. What injury did the young Hispanic boy suffer during the dinner time call to Home and Simpson streets?
(a) A broken leg.
(b) A broken arm.
(c) Abrasions and bruises.
(d) A broken neck.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many injured people were found in the Kelly Street apartment?

2. How did the firefighters save the life of the overdose victim on Hoe Avenue?

3. What is the name of the national magazine started by Smith after writing the memoir?

4. How did the firefighter die in the previous incident mentioned in Chapter 2?

5. Why do some kids pull false fire alarms, according to the book?

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