Police officers and firefighters are two very important professions that help people in different ways. Police officers work to keep people safe from harm and ensure that everyone follows the rules. They patrol the streets in police cars and wear special uniforms. Firefighters, on the other hand, put out fires and help people in emergency situations. They ride in big fire trucks and wear special suits to protect them from the heat.<!--[if gte vml 1]> <!--[endif]-->

Police officers typically do not go to fires, and firefighters do not usually make arrests. This is because their job duties are different. Police officers serve as the "eyes and ears" of the community, who watch for suspicious activity and assist those in need. Firefighters are the "heroes" of emergencies, rushing  into burning buildings to save lives and extinguish fires. Both professions are essential to the safety and well-being of our communities. Consequently, they deserve our respect and gratitude for their service.<!--[if gte vml 1]> <!--[endif]-->

Question 1: What is the main idea of the passage?

     A. Police officers are the most respectable people.    

     B. Firefighters play an important role in our community.                                    

     C. The difference between police officers and firefighters.                                 

     D. How can we become the bravest people.

Question 2: According to the passage, firefighters wear special suits because they __________

     A. ensure that everyone follows the rules.                   B. patrol the streets in police cars.           

     C. put out fires and help people.                                  D. can protect them from the heat.

Question 3: The word “community” in the 2nd paragraph is closest in meaning to __________

     A. neighbourhood             B. suburb                           C. city centre                     D. surrounding

Question 4: What does the word “those” in the 2nd paragraph refer to?

     A. firefighters                    B. fires                               C. people                           D. officers

Question 5: According to the passage, which of the following sentences is NOT true?

     A. Firefighters put out burning buildings to save lives.

     B. Firefighters usually capture the person creating the fire.                                 

     C. Police officers ensure that everyone follows the rules.                                    

     D. Police officers and firefighters are two crucial jobs.