happens.

　　During an earthquake, lie beneath an object that is not easily damaged.Do not go near objects that could directly fall on you.Never use the elevator to go down.Stay inside until the shaking stops and it is safe to go outside.Research has shown that most injuries happen when people inside buildings try to go out.Use the staircases at all times.

　　If you are outdoors, do not take shelter under a tree, streetlights, electric poles or tall buildings.If you are driving, stop your car and stay in a safe place.Do not park your car under a tree or any tall object.

　　If trapped in debris (瓦砾堆), cover your mouth with a handkerchief or clothing.Tap on a pipe or wall so rescuers can find you.Use a whistle (哨子) if one is available.Never shout for help.Shouting can cause you to breathe in dangerous amounts of dust.Do not light a match because you may burn yourself.Do not move about or kick up dust.

　　4．The purpose of the passage is to tell readers .

　　A．the damage caused by earthquakes

　　B．the rescue work after earthquakes

　　C．what to do about earthquakes

　　D．how to prevent earthquakes

　　解析：选C　写作意图题。从第一段的"So it is wise to learn some simple safety tips to protect yourself or your family members."可知，本文主要目的是介绍地震时应采取的一些安全措施，故选C项。

　　5．The underlined word "Fragile" in Paragraph 2 probably means " "．

　　A．easily broken　　　　 B．easily found

　　C．expensive D．heavy

　　解析：选A　词义猜测题。根据画线词后所给的例子like those made of glass及段末的pieces可知这里指"易碎的"。

　　6．During the earthquake, people are advised to .

　　A．go out the building at once

　　B．turn off power and gas immediately

　　C．take shelter under a tree

　　D．drive to a safe place

解析：选B　细节理解题。从第三段的"Make sure you turn off electrical connections and gas immediately when an earthquake happens."可知，地震时在室内的话应首先关闭电源和煤气