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Summer Heat Safety

Nobody likes a sunburn, but that's not the only thing you should be looking out for this summer. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are other unpleasant side effects of hot weather. Test your knowledge of hot weather safety before you go out in the sun.

Points available: 10

1:

What color clothing is best for keeping the heat off?

2:

Which of these isn't true of keeping yourself hydrated?

3:

When is the coolest part of the day?

4:

In hot weather, you should avoid eating food high in ...

5:

What change in diet is the most effective for keeping cool?

6:

If you don't have air conditioning in your home, in what part of the house should you spend most of your time?

7:

If you're exercising in the heat, how should you hydrate yourself?

8:

What about your pets' eating or drinking habits is likely to change in the summer?

9:

Which of these isn't a sure way to cut down your risk of sunburn?

10:

Which of these will assure child or pet safety in a parked car?