Home Safety Quiz: Test Your Knowledge on Home Hazards and Safety Measures

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a common home hazard for children?

Accepted Answer

Playground equipment

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Electrical outlets

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Choking hazards

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Open flames

Question 2

Why is it important to anchor furniture to the wall?

Accepted Answer

To prevent it from toppling over and injuring children

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To make it more difficult to move

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To prevent damage to the furniture

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To improve the appearance of the room

Question 3

Which of the following fire extinguishers is NOT suitable for use on electrical fires?

Accepted Answer

Water extinguisher

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Dry chemical extinguisher

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Carbon dioxide extinguisher

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Foam extinguisher

Question 4

If you see a fire in your home, what should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Call 911

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Grab your favorite things and leave

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Try to put out the fire yourself

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Wait for an adult to help

Question 5

What is the main purpose of a fire extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

To put out small fires

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To detect smoke

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To sound an alarm

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To prevent fires from spreading

Question 6

Which activity is NOT a safe practice for preventing falls at home?

Accepted Answer

Running downstairs

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Keeping floors clear of clutter

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Installing grab bars in bathrooms

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Using a step stool to reach high objects

Question 7

What is a smoke alarm used for?

Accepted Answer

Detecting smoke and triggering an alarm

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Extinguishing fires

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Spraying water to prevent fires

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Blocking smoke from spreading

Question 8

Which of the following is **not** a common home hazard?

Accepted Answer

Soft and comfortable furniture

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Electrical outlets

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Sharp objects

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Poisonous plants

Question 9

Which of the following should you **not** do in case of a fire?

Accepted Answer

Use the elevator

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Call 911

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Evacuate the building

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Stay low to the ground to avoid smoke

Question 10

What should you do if you find a pill you don't recognize in your home?

Accepted Answer

Take it to an adult you trust

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Flush it down the toilet

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Ask your friends what it is

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Ignore it

Question 11

Which of the following is **not** a safe storage practice for cleaning supplies?

Accepted Answer

Near the kitchen sink

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In a locked cabinet

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Out of reach of children

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In their original containers

Question 12

What is the purpose of a smoke detector?

Accepted Answer

To alert you to a fire

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To put out fires

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To prevent fires

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To make noise

Question 13

Which of the following is the best way to teach home safety to young children?

Accepted Answer

Through play and interactive activities

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By giving lectures

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By showing them videos

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By leaving them alone to explore

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a common home hazard for children?

Accepted Answer

Video games

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Electrical outlets

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Sharp objects

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Poisonous plants

Question 15

What should you do if you find a loose electrical wire in your home?

Accepted Answer

Tell your parents immediately and avoid touching it

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Ignore it and let an adult handle it

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Touch it to see if it's dangerous

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Call 911

Question 16

Which of the following is the best way to prevent falls?

Accepted Answer

Keep floors clear of clutter and spills

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Use loose rugs

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Wear slippers instead of shoes

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Run in the hallways

Question 17

What is the first thing you should do if there is a fire in your home?

Accepted Answer

Leave the house immediately and call 911

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Try to put out the fire yourself

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Hide under the bed

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Call the fire department

Question 18

What is the purpose of a smoke alarm?

Accepted Answer

To detect smoke and sound an alarm

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To purify the air in the house

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To turn on lights in case of a power outage

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To keep your house warm

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a good place to store cleaning supplies?

Accepted Answer

On a shelf near the stove

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Under the sink

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In a high cabinet

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In the garage, away from children and pets

Question 20

What should you do if you cut yourself while cooking?

Accepted Answer

Rinse it with water and apply a bandage

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Ignore it and keep cooking

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Wrap it in a towel and go to the hospital

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Tell your parents and wait for their instructions

Question 21

What is the most important thing to remember when it comes to home safety?

Accepted Answer

Being aware of potential hazards and following safety rules

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Knowing where to find the fire extinguisher

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Having a plan for emergencies

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Having a fire escape ladder

Question 22

What is the immediate action you should take in case of a fire at home?

Accepted Answer

Call 911

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Run outside immediately

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Try to put out the fire yourself

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Wait for the smoke to clear

Question 23

What is the best way to dispose of hazardous materials, such as used batteries?

Accepted Answer

Take them to a designated recycling center

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Throw them in the regular trash

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Flush them down the toilet

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Leave them on the kitchen counter

Question 24

What should you do if you discover a loose electrical wire in your home?

Accepted Answer

Contact an electrician

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Ignore it

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Touch it to see if it's live

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Cover it with duct tape

Question 25

How often should smoke alarms be tested?

Accepted Answer

Once a month

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Once a week

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Once a year

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Only when you hear the alarm beeping

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a common hazard found in a home?

Accepted Answer

Tornado

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Fire

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Electrical shock

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Slipping on wet floors

Question 27

Which measure is most effective in preventing falls in the bathroom?

Accepted Answer

Installing grab bars and non-slip mats

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Keeping the floor dry and free of clutter

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Avoiding the use of rugs

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Raising the height of the toilet seat

Question 28

What should you do if you cut yourself slightly while preparing food?

Accepted Answer

Clean the cut, apply a bandage, and monitor for infection

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Ignore the cut unless it becomes more severe

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Seek medical attention immediately

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Call your parents or guardian

Question 29

Which indication does NOT suggest a potential electrical hazard?

Accepted Answer

Electrical outlets that feel cool to the touch

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Flickering lights

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Loose or damaged wires

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A burning smell

Question 30

How should you respond if you discover a suspicious object in your home?

Accepted Answer

Call the authorities and maintain a safe distance

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Touch it to determine its nature

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Attempt to identify the object on your own

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Ignore it completely

Question 31

What is the most appropriate course of action in the event of a house fire?

Accepted Answer

Call for emergency services (e.g., 911) and evacuate the house immediately

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Attempt to extinguish the fire independently

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Gather your belongings and flee

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Remain in the house and wait for assistance

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for home safety?

Accepted Answer

Storing heavy items on high shelves

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Locking doors and windows when leaving the property

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Storing medications securely out of children's reach

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Testing smoke detectors regularly

Question 33

What room in a house is the most dangerous for children under 5 years old?

Accepted Answer

Kitchen

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Bathroom

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Living room

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Bedroom

Question 34

Which of the following is not a good practice for preventing electrical fires?

Accepted Answer

Overload power strips

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Unplug appliances when not in use

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Keep cords out of the reach of children

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Inspect electrical cords regularly

Question 35

Which cleaning product can release harmful fumes that can damage your lungs?

Accepted Answer

Bleach

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Dish soap

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Vinegar

Question 36

Which of these actions is NOT a good way to prevent falls at home?

Accepted Answer

Leaving cords and wires on the floor

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Putting grab bars in bathrooms

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Using non-slip mats in the kitchen and bathroom

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Keeping walkways clear of clutter and obstacles

Question 37

Why is it important to have a specific, well-aired space for storing cleaning supplies?

Accepted Answer

To prevent accidental poisoning

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To keep cleaning supplies away from kids

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To avoid mixing different cleaning products

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To reduce the risk of spills and leaks

Question 38

Where is the safest place to store cleaning supplies?

Accepted Answer

In a locked cabinet, out of reach of children

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Under the kitchen sink, but unlocked

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In the refrigerator

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On a high shelf in the garage

Question 39

What is the most important thing to do if you smell gas in your home?

Accepted Answer

Evacuate the house and call 911 from a safe location

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Open windows and doors to ventilate the area

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Try to find the source of the leak and turn off the gas valve

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Light a match to check for leaks

Question 40

Which of the following is a potential choking hazard for young children?

Accepted Answer

Small, hard candies

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Large pieces of soft fruit

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Mashed potatoes

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Cut-up grapes

Question 41

Why is it important to have a fire escape plan?

Accepted Answer

To ensure everyone in the household knows the safest way to evacuate in case of a fire

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To keep a record of all fire safety equipment in the home

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To practice fire drills

Question 42

At what age should children ideally start learning about home safety?

Accepted Answer

As early as possible, starting with basic concepts

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Never

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16 years old

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10 years old

Question 43

Which of the following is a common symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Headache

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Sneezing

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Muscle cramps

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Runny nose

Question 44

Why is it important to keep electrical cords away from water?

Accepted Answer

To prevent electrical shock or electrocution

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To keep the cords clean

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To make the cords last longer

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To prevent tripping over them

Question 45

You smell gas in your home. What should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Leave the house right away.

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Open windows to air out the house.

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Check the gas meter to see if it's leaking.

Question 46

What is a good way to keep from falling in the bathroom?

Accepted Answer

Use a non-slip mat in the tub or shower.

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Leave the bathroom light on all the time.

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Keep towels on the floor to absorb water.

Question 47

You find a loose electrical wire. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Call an electrician to fix it.

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Cover the wire with tape.

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Try to fix the wire yourself.

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Ignore it, it's probably not a big deal.

Question 48

Why is it important to keep things that burn easily away from heat?

Accepted Answer

They can easily catch fire.

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They can create a bad smell in the house.

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They can attract insects and pests.

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They can damage furniture and walls.

Question 49

You're cooking and the kitchen catches fire. What should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Turn off the stove and get out of the house.

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Call the fire department after you try to put out the fire.

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Open windows to let the smoke out.

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Try to put out the fire with water.

Question 50

What's the best way to prevent poisoning in the house?

Accepted Answer

Keep all medicines and cleaning supplies out of reach of kids.

Answer

Store cleaning products next to food in the pantry.

Answer

Leave medications on the counter for easy access.

Question 51

You hear a smoke alarm going off. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Leave the house right away and call the fire department.

Answer

Ignore the alarm, it's probably just a false alarm.

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Check to see if there is a real fire before leaving.

Question 52

Why is it important to have a fire escape plan?

Accepted Answer

It helps everyone in the house get out safely in case of a fire.

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It makes the house look more organized.

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It's required by law.

Question 53

What is the safest way to store knives in the kitchen?

Accepted Answer

In a knife block or a drawer with a special organizer.

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Loose in a drawer with other utensils.

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On the counter, within easy reach.

Question 54

You see a child playing with matches. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Take the matches away and talk to them about fire safety.

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Yell at the child to stop playing with matches.

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Ignore the child, they're just playing.