Reporter : How long have you been a firefighter?
Wilson : For eight years.
Reporter : How did you get started?
Wilson: First, I had to take a lot of tests in two weeks. Then, I went to the fire fighter school for four months. I learned how to put out fires and how to use equipment(装备) . I also had a full—time training every day!
Reporter : How do you stay safe on the job?
Wilson: I wear special clothing. It helps keep me protected from fire. I also carry an oxygen tank(氧气瓶)and a mask(面具). They help me to breathe in a smoke—filled building.
Reporter : Are there any new tools that firefighters use?
Wilson: We have a special camera that can see in the dark. It can find heat . That way, we can exactly tell the place of a fire.
Reporter : Do you save pets?
Wilson: Just three days ago, I helped save some cats. They were hiding under the beds. Pets usually hide during a fire because they are afraid of danger.
Reporter : Do you ever get afraid?
Wilson: No. There is no time to be afraid . I just think about what to do to put out the fire safely.
Reporter : What do you like best about being a firefighter?
Wilson: Helping people!
Kate Wilson has done her job for .
A.2 weeks | B.3 days |
C.4 months | D.8 years |
To become a firefighter, Kate Wilson at first.
A.took a lot of tests |
B.learned to stay safe |
C.saved some animals |
D.use fire equipment |
Kate Wilson says she does not get afraid because .
A.she has a oxygen tank |
B.she knows how to fight fires |
C.she enjoys finding heat |
D.she is too busy putting out fires |