Is an earthquake dangerous? Yes, of course. But this doesn't mean you can't do 1 about it. If you know 2 to do in an earthquake, you can be safe. Keep a 3 head. Worry may cause bad things. Don't follow others carelessly. Think about what you should do.
The 4 several minutes are important. If you are outdoors during an earthquake, 5 move to a safe place. Take care of your 6 . Stay away from windows and things that may fall and hurt you. If you are in a full room and 7 the door, don't rush to it. You will find too many people trying to run away at the same time. 8 , stay under a desk or table. Don't use a lift. You may not get out of it.
Stay in a safe place until you are sure it's OK to leave. Some aftershocks (余震) may follow an earthquake. They are as 9 as the earthquake.
If you are trapped in debris (废墟), try to keep your hands and legs free. You may make noises by hitting stones. Shouting will make you 10 . Try to find some water and food. They are important. And remember to calm down and wait for help.
() 1. A. something B. nothing C. anything D. everything
() 2. A. what B. how C. where D. when
() 3. A. busy B. clever C. free D. cool
() 4. A. first B. second C. third D. fourth
() 5. A. quickly B. slowly C. quietly D. easily
() 6. A. money B. head C. clothes D. food
() 7. A. next to B. in front of C. far away from D. behind
() 8. A. Finally B. Moreover C. Still D. Instead
() 9. A. dangerous B. safe C. fast D. slowly
() 10. A. happy B. hopeful C. tired D. free