The author's purpose for writing this selection was to

explain to readers how workers control a wildfire.

How do you know that Smokejumpers is expository nonfiction?

Photographs and captions help explain the topic.

Why does the crew wait before jumping once the jump spot is picked?

They must check the wind speed and direction.

Smokejumpers always carry a radio mainly because they need to

call for help if it becomes necessary.

What is the main idea of Smokejumpers?

Smokejumpers must work hard to put out a fire.

Which statement best supports the idea that smokejumpers must be strong?

They sometimes walk miles carrying heavy pack-out bags.

Which is MOST important to include in a summary of Smokejumpers?

Smokejumpers have a dangerous job that requires dedication.

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1
The author's purpose for writing this selection was to
persuade readers to become firefighters.
describe the actions of one firefighter.
give examples of forests that have been saved.
explain to readers how workers control a wildfire.
2
Which happens FIRST after a crew lands at a jump site?
They purposely set backfires.
They set up individual fire shelters.
They come up with a plan.
They cut down burning trees.
3
How do you know that Smokejumpers is expository nonfiction?
It contains unrealistic characters and events.
Photographs and captions help explain the topic.
The author's thoughts and feelings are expressed.
It is set in the past and has historical figures.
4
Why does the crew wait before jumping once the jump spot is picked?
They must check the wind speed and direction.
They must put on brightly colored clothing.
They crew leader must choose who jumps first.
The location of the fire must be plotted on a map.
5
Smokejumpers always carry a radio mainly because they need to
talk to people who are affected by the fire.
tell the crew leader when they need a break.
call for help if it becomes necessary.
get updates on fires in other areas of the country.
6
What is the main idea of Smokejumpers?
Smokejumpers must work hard to put out a fire.
Helicopters are used to put out wildfires.
Wind shifts can make wildfires very dangerous.
Smokejumpers have to carry heavy equipment.
7
Which statement best supports the idea that smokejumpers must be strong?
They sometimes walk miles carrying heavy pack-out bags.
They spring into action seconds after hearing an alert.
They determine wheather there are enough people for the job.
They plan more than one escape route to the safety zone.
8
Which is MOST important to include in a summary of Smokejumpers?
Smokejumpers use a special ax called a Pulaski.
Smokejumpers always have 2 parachutes and a padded suit.
Smokejumpers have a dangerous job that requires dedication.
Many fires burn in the summer months.

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