Fire Weather by John Vaillant
  • 1. What natural disaster is central to 'Fire Weather'?
A) Tornadoes
B) Floods
C) Earthquakes
D) Wildfires
  • 2. Which region of North America primarily experiences the wildfires discussed in the book?
A) Western
B) Southern
C) Eastern
D) Northern
  • 3. In which province does a significant part of the story take place?
A) British Columbia
B) Quebec
C) Ontario
D) Alberta
  • 4. How does Vaillant portray wildfires in 'Fire Weather'?
A) As controllable
B) As both destructive and essential
C) As a human anomaly
D) As purely harmful
  • 5. What is a recurring theme in the book regarding the environment?
A) Interconnectedness of ecosystems
B) Urban versus rural
C) Human superiority
D) Isolation of species
  • 6. What element plays a crucial role in the occurrence of wildfires?
A) Meteorites
B) Earthquakes
C) Volcanic activity
D) Weather conditions
  • 7. Who is the author of 'Fire Weather'?
A) Malcolm Gladwell
B) John Vaillant
C) Susan Orlean
D) Bill Bryson
  • 8. What is an important factor for firefighters during wildfires?
A) Fire behavior understanding
B) Media coverage
C) Cost efficiency
D) Public relations
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