Safety in Physical Activities: Interactive Learning Quizzes for First Graders

Question 1

Before playing a game, the first thing you should do is:

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Check the equipment to make sure it's not broken.

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Eat a healthy meal.

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Wear clothes that are easy to move in.

Question 2

Which of these is NOT a safe place to run?

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In a parking lot

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On the sidewalk

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In the gym

Question 3

When you play on the playground, what should you always do first?

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Check for any things that could make you trip before you swing.

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Slide headfirst down the slide.

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Jump off the highest point of the playground.

Question 4

Why is it a good idea to warm up before you exercise?

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It helps your body get ready to move.

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It can help prevent muscle cramps.

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It can help you burn more calories.

Question 5

If you get hurt while you're playing, what should you do?

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Tell your teacher or a grown-up.

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Pretend like nothing happened.

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Keep playing until it feels better.

Question 6

Which of these is a good way to stay safe when you're playing on the swings?

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Hold on tight and sit up straight.

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Swing as high and fast as you can.

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Let go of the chains while you're swinging.

Question 7

When you're jumping rope, what's important to remember?

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You should wear shoes that support your feet.

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It's okay to jump on concrete.

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You should try to jump as high as you can.

Question 8

Before you ride a scooter, what two things should you always do?

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Both A and B.

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Wear a helmet.

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Check the tires.

Question 9

What's a good safety rule to remember when you're playing tag?

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You should stay in the area that you're playing in.

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It's okay to run out into the street.

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You can ignore the boundaries of the game.

Question 10

Which is NOT a safety rule for playing outside?

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Run around without looking

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Use the equipment properly

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Be aware of others around you

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Wear appropriate clothing and shoes

Question 11

What should you do if you get hurt while playing outside?

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Tell an adult right away

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Keep playing and ignore the pain

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Ask your friends to help you

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Wait until the end of the game to tell anyone

Question 12

What is the safest way to walk or run on the sidewalk?

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Walk or run against traffic

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Walk or run with traffic

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Walk or run in the middle of the sidewalk

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Walk or run on the grass next to the sidewalk

Question 13

What is the proper way to catch a ball?

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With your hands open and palms facing up

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With your hands closed into fists

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With your hands held out to the side

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With your feet

Question 14

You're playing at the playground and see a broken swing. What's the right thing to do?

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Tell a grown-up so they can fix it or keep others safe.

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Keep playing and don't tell anyone.

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Ignore it and hope no one gets hurt.

Question 15

Before playing a sport or doing a physical activity, what should you do to warm up your body?

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Stretch your body gently

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Jump around like a frog

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Run as fast as you can

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Sit on the bench and rest

Question 16

When you exercise or play sports, why is it important to drink lots of water?

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To replace the water you lose when you sweat

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To put out the fire in your body

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To make your muscles stronger

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To keep your skin looking fresh

Question 17

At the playground, which of these is NOT a safety rule?

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Push and shove others out of your way

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Be careful and look around you

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Take turns and share the toys

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Run up and down the slide

Question 18

Why is it important to wear a helmet when you ride a bike?

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To keep your head safe in case of a fall

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To look like a superhero

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To keep your hair from getting messy

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To protect your ears from the wind

Question 19

If you don't feel good while doing physical activity, what should you do?

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Stop playing and tell an adult

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Keep playing even if it hurts

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Ignore it and keep going

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Ask your friends to cheer you up

Question 20

When you go swimming, what is the safest way to get into the pool?

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Walk down the steps

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Jump in with a big splash

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Dive in headfirst

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Slide into the water on your tummy

Question 21

Why is it important to follow the rules in your physical education class?

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To make sure everyone is safe

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To make the games more fun

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To make the teacher happy

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To win every time

Question 22

When playing outside, what should you always do before going anywhere?

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Tell an adult where you are going.

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Run into the street without looking.

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Talk to strangers.

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Play alone in the dark.

Question 23

When playing soccer, you kick the ball with your:

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Feet

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Hands

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Head

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Elbow

Question 24

What does it mean to 'play fair'?

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Following the rules and being kind.

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Winning at all costs, even if you cheat.

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Only letting your friends win.

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Being mean to the other players.

Question 25

Which of these is a safe place to play?

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A playground with grown-ups watching.

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A busy street.

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A construction site.

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The top of a tall building.

Question 26

If you see someone being bullied, you should:

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Tell an adult or trusted person.

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Join in and bully them too.

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Ignore it and walk away.

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Laugh at the person being bullied.

Question 27

Which of these is a physical activity?

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Playing soccer.

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Reading a book.

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Watching TV.

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Sleeping.

Question 28

What should you do before exercising?

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Stretch and warm up.

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Eat a big meal.

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Run as fast as you can.

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Ignore the warm-up and start playing immediately.

Question 29

How can you stay hydrated during physical activity?

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Drink plenty of water.

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Drink sugary drinks like soda.

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Wait until you're thirsty to drink.

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Drink alcohol to cool down.

Question 30

You're playing at the park when you see a child running towards a busy street. What should you do?

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Tell an adult nearby

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Run after them

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Follow them from a distance

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Ignore it

Question 31

When entering a pool, what's the safest way to do it?

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Walk down the steps and enter feet first

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Dive in headfirst

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Jump in from the side

Question 32

If you fall and scrape your knee, what should you do?

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Wash the scrape with water and put on a bandage

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Cry and run away

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Ignore it and keep playing

Question 33

When riding a bike, where is the safest place to do it?

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On a bike path or trail

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In the street with cars

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On the sidewalk with pedestrians

Question 34

If you're feeling tired during exercise, what should you do?

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Stop and take a break

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Keep exercising even harder

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Pretend you're not tired

Question 35

When playing tag, what's an important rule to remember?

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Tagging others gently and fairly

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Tagging someone as hard as you can

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Running off the field without tagging anyone

Question 36

If you see someone being bullied, what's the right thing to do?

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Tell an adult or trusted friend

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Join in and bully them too

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Ignore it and walk away

Question 37

Before exercising, what's a good way to get ready?

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Stretching your muscles

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Jumping up and down

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Doing jumping jacks

Question 38

If you get lost in the park, what should you do first?

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Stay put and wait for help

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Run around and scream

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Try to find your way out on your own

Question 39

When playing in the snow, what's an important safety rule to keep in mind?

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Dressing warmly and staying away from icy areas

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Throwing snowballs at cars

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Building snow forts too close to the street

Question 40

When playing a game, which rule helps keep you safe?

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Stay within the designated play area at all times.

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Push other players to get ahead of them.

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Don't look out for obstacles and just run.

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Use sharp objects like toys during the game.

Question 41

How do we enter a pool safely?

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Use the stairs

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Run and jump in

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Dive headfirst

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Walk backwards

Question 42

If you feel dizzy or can't catch your breath during a game or activity, what should you do?

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Stop playing and rest until you feel better.

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Keep playing until you feel better.

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Ask a friend to play for you.

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Drink lots of water and keep playing.

Question 43

If you see someone being unkind to another friend, what should you do?

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Tell a teacher or grown-up

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Ignore it

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Be mean back to the unkind friend

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Laugh at the friend being unkind to

Question 44

You get a small cut while playing outside. What should you do to take care of it?

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Rinse it with clean water and cover it with a bandage

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Ignore it

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Rub it with dirt

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Put a tissue over it

Question 45

Before we play our game, why is it important to warm up our bodies?

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To get our bodies ready to move.

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To make us run faster.

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To make us stronger.

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To make us sweat.

Question 46

Which of these actions is UNSAFE when playing on the playground?

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Running into other children

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Sliding down the slide

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Asking an adult for help if you get stuck

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Swinging on the swings

Question 47

When crossing the street, you should:

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Look both ways and wait for the green light or the crossing guard.

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Cross only when there are no cars coming

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Run across as fast as you can

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Cross with your friends, even if it's not safe

Question 48

Which of these items is essential to wear when riding a bike?

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Helmet

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Cape

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Pillow

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Flip-flops

Question 49

What should you do if you get lost in a public place?

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Stay calm and ask a trusted adult for help

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Hide in a corner

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Run around screaming

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Call your parents on your phone

Question 50

Which of these objects can be dangerous if not used properly?

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Scissors

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Crayons

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Teddy bear

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Toy car

Question 51

What should you do if you see a fire?

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Call 911 and get out of the building immediately

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Grab your favorite toy

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Hide under the bed

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Try to put out the fire yourself

Question 52

When playing with a ball, you should:

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Be aware of your surroundings and others around you

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Run into other children to get the ball

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Play in the street

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Throw the ball as hard as you can

Question 53

What should you do if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable in a situation?

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Tell a trusted adult immediately

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Ignore it and hope it goes away

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Talk to your friends about it