(2018·天津高考·A)
Fire Prevention Information
The University of Adelaide employs a full-time staff of fire prevention professionals. They inspect all campus buildings and test and maintain all sprinkler(喷水灭火装置)systems, fire alarms, and fire extinguishers (灭火器). They also provide educational programs on fire safety in the residence halls. Whenever you move to a new area, you should locate the fire alarm pull stations and the two exits nearest your room.
Fire Alarms
The floors of all campus buildings are equipped with manual(手动的)fire alarm systems which include fire alarm pull stations and pipes. Most are also equipped with automatic fire alarm systems consisting of heat detectors, smoke detectors and sprinklers. For your safety, never tamper with(胡乱摆弄)these systems. False fire alarms are illegal and may lead to imprisonment.
Fire Drills
A fire drill will be conducted in your residence hall every semester. During a fire drill, please do the following:
• Take your room key and ID, close and lock the door to your room.
• Exit immediately from the nearest emergency exit, do not use a lift.
• Meet outside of your residence hall and wait for further instructions.
Fire Extinguishers
Fire extinguishers are located on each floor and in each apartment. Use a fire extinguisher only if you have been trained to do so. Irresponsible use of a fire extinguisher can create a dangerous situation for other residents and could result in damage to personal property. Misuse of a fire extinguisher will result in fines.
Smoke Detectors
A smoke detector is on the ceiling in your room. Some buildings also have heat detectors on the ceilings. Do the following to ensure the safe operation of your smoke detector:
•If your smoke detector is working properly, the red light should be on. If the red light is not blinking(闪动), contact residence hall staff immediately.
•Do not cover or block your smoke detector in any way.
•If a smoke detector sets off an alarm and there is no fire or smoke, inform your hall staff.
【文章大意】本文属于应用文。文章通过介绍防火信息、火警、消防演习、灭火器的使用、火灾探测器几个方面告诉大学生注意校园生活中防火、灭火、逃生等方面的知识。
1. What is the main duty of the fire prevention professionals?
A. To provide part-time jobs for students.
B. To lead the students to the nearest exits.
C. To check and maintain fire prevention equipment.
D. To train teachers to be fire prevention professionals.
【解析】选C。细节理解题。由第一段第二句“They inspect all campus buildings and test and maintain all sprinkler systems, fire alarms, and fire extinguishers. ”可知, 专业防火人员的职责是检查校园建筑并负责测试和维护灭火设备。
2. What do the automatic fire alarm systems include?
A. Pipes and smoke detectors.
B. Smoke detectors and sprinklers.
C. Fire alarm pull stations and pipes.
D. Sprinklers and fire alarm pull stations.
【解析】选B。细节理解题。由第二段第二句中的“automatic fire alarm systems consisting of heat detectors, smoke detectors and sprinklers”可知, 自动火警报警系统由热探测器、烟雾探测器和喷水灭火装置组成。
3. In a fire drill, the students should_____.
A. rush quickly to a lift
B. gather at the nearest exit
C. shut the door and leave at once
D. wait for instructions in the hall
【解析】选C。细节理解题。由第三段中的“Take your room key and ID, close and lock the door to your room. ”可知答案。
4. What do we know about the use of fire extinguishers?
A. Using them wrongly results in punishment.
B. Irresponsible use of them can damage them.
C. Improper use of them can destroy the apartment.
D. Using them without a trainer present is forbidden.
【解析】选A。细节理解题。由第四段最后一句“Misuse of a fire extinguisher will result in fines. ”可知, 滥用灭火器会招致罚款。
5. To ensure the safe operation of the smoke detector, one should_____.
A. contact the hall staff regularly
B. cover the things that burn easily
C. start the smoke detector in a fire
D. make sure the red light is working
【解析】选D。细节理解题。由第五段中三点提示中的第一点可知, 当烟雾探测器不能正常工作的时候, 红灯是不闪动的, 你应该通知宿舍工作人员以保障系统的正常运行。
