1. The minimum number of smoke alarms needed in a home are:

a. one on each level

b. one for the main floor

c. none

d. two

2. The best place to locate smoke alarms in your home is:

a. hallway ceiling outside sleeping area

b. dining area

c. inside of front entrance to your home

d. none

3. Smoke alarms can be expected to last for:

a. 8-12years

b. 13- 19years

c. 20-25years

d. indefinitely

4. Smoke alarms need to be tested to:

a. make sure they’re working

b. check if the battery has power

c. check if the smoke alarm is faulty

d. a, b & c

5. Smoke alarms should be tested:

a. once a year

b. weekly

c. monthly

d. b. & c.

6. The BEST way to test a smoke alarm is to:

a. burn toast

b. use smoke from a burning string

c. push the test button

d. use an open flame

7. Smoke alarms should be cleaned:

a. once a year

b. twice a year

c. monthly

d. weekly

8. Cleaning of smoke alarms is:

a. necessary to remove dust, grease and cobwebs

b. unnecessary

c. required by law

d. to make the alarm look nice

9. When making a fire escape plan:

a. parents should make the plan and inform children later

b. involve the entire family to get everyone’s opinion

c. consider the needs of the handicapped, infants, etc

d. b.& c.

10. After making your fire escape plan:

a. file it away

b. practice fire escape plan with

family

c. post it in a prominent place

d. b. & c.

11. When the smoke alarm sounds to alert you to a fire danger:

a. get completely dressed

b. get everyone out quickly, and stay out

c. gather valuables before leaving

d. disconnect it