1) How far out is it safe to swim in the ocean?
   A) 100 yards
   B) Within shouting distance
   C) Within a lifeguard’s field of sight

2) What basic life saving equipment should be kept by a swimming pool?
   A) A pole and rope
   B) Personal floating device
   C) Net
   D) Both A & B
   E) Both B & C

3) Why shouldn’t you drink alcohol before going swimming?
   A) Because alcohol impairs your judgment and decreases coordination
   B) Because alcohol decreases balance
   C) Because alcohol lessens your ability to keep warm
   D) Both B & C
   E) All of the above except D

4) Why is it important to swim at lakes and rivers that have good water quality and safe natural conditions?
   A) Because there are fewer hidden objects in the water that could hurt you
   B) Because the tide or current is less of a threat to your safety
   C) Because this will make it unnecessary to have a life guard supervising swimmers
   D) Both A & B

5) While at a beach, you should drink a lot of…
   A) Water
   B) Sugared Juice
   C) Soda

6) When is the safest time to work outside?
   A) Morning
   B) Afternoon
   C) Night

7) How can you tell if it is a heat wave?
   A) More than 48 hours of high winds
   B) More than 48 hours of high humidity
   C) More than 48 hours of high heat and high humidity
   D) More than 48 hours of high heat

8) What are some ways to keep cool during the summer?
   A) Eat small meals and eat more often
   B) Wear light-colored, light-weighted clothing
   C) Drink plenty of water regularly and often
   D) All of the above

9) Which liquids should you avoid during the summer?
   A) Caffeinated drinks
   B) Water
   C) Alcohol
   D) Both A & B
   E) Both A & C

10) What are heat emergencies?
   A) Heat Cramps
   B) Heat Exhaustion
   C) Heat Stroke
   D) All of the above

11) What is the general care for heat emergencies?
   A) Cool the body
   B) Give fluids
   C) Minimize shock
   D) All of the above

12) What are signs of a heat stroke?
   A) Rapid, shallow breathing
   B) Dizziness/Weakness
   C) Cool, moist, pale skin
   D) All of the above

13) What are the first symptoms that you should look for to know that you are having a physical reaction to the heat?
   A) Vomiting
   B) Cramps
   C) Headache
   D) Nausea

14) Heat exhaustion is the worst emergency that can happen?
   A) True
   B) False