History of the Fire Service Flashcards
What ancient civilization had a specialized group called “fire guardians” responsible for preventing and extinguishing fires?
a. Ancient Greece
b. Ancient Rome
c. Ancient Egypt
d. Mesopotamia
C
In Ancient Rome, what was the name of the firefighting force responsible for various tasks, including firefighting and maintaining public order?
a. Fire Guardians
b. Fire Wardens
c. Vigiles
d. Bucket Brigades
C
How was firefighting often carried out during the Middle Ages?
a. By professional firefighters
b. Through the use of steam-powered engines
c. By volunteer bucket brigades
d. By guilds and trade associations
C
What significant event in 1666 led to improvements in firefighting, including the establishment of the first fire insurance company in London?
a. The Black Death
b. The Industrial Revolution
c. The Great Fire of London
d. The Renaissance
C
When did the professionalization of the fire service begin, with the establishment of paid, career fire departments?
a. 17th century
b. 18th century
c. 19th century
d. 20th century
C
Who developed the first steam-powered fire engine in the United States in 1829?
a. Benjamin Franklin
b. James Boyd
c. George Washington
d. Thomas Jefferson
B
What was a significant improvement in firefighting capabilities during the Industrial Revolution?
a. Bucket brigades
b. Fire insurance companies
c. Steam-powered fire engines
d. Volunteer fire companies
C
In which city was the first professional fire department in the United States formed in 1853?
a. New York
b. Chicago
c. Cincinnati
d. Philadelphia
C
What marked a further enhancement in firefighting capabilities during the evolution of the fire service in the 20th century?
a. Introduction of bucket brigades
b. Motorized fire apparatus
c. Establishment of fire insurance companies
d. Development of public awareness campaigns
B
What aspect has the fire service continued to focus on for further improvement, including stricter building codes and public awareness campaigns?
a. Fire suppression
b. Hazardous materials response
c. Fire prevention
d. Technical rescue
C
