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Answer the following questions:
1. In this story, Ausable shows great ‘presence of mind,’ or the ability to think quickly, and act calmly and wisely, in a situation of danger and surprise. Give examples from your own experience, or narrate a story, which shows someone’s presence of mind.
2. Discuss what you would do in the situations described below. Remember that presence of mind comes out of a state of mental preparedness. If you have thought about possible problems or dangers and about how to act in such situations, you have a better chance of dealing with such situations if they do arise.
a. A small fire starts in your kitchen.
b. A child starts to choke on a piece of food.
c. An electrical appliance starts to hiss and gives out sparks.
d. A bicycle knocks down a pedestrian.
Important!
This is a self-evaluation exercise, and no points will be credited. Refer to the solution steps for the correct answers.
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