First Aid Kits
A first aid kit is a collection of supplies and equipment for use in giving first aid, and can be put together for the purpose by an individual or organization.There is a wide variation in the contents of first aid kits based on the knowledge and experience of those putting it together，and the differing first aid requirements of the area where it may be used.
The international standard for first aid kits is that they should be identified with the ISO graphical(绘画后)symbol for first aid which is an equal white cross on a green background，although many kits do not meet this standard.
A first aid kit，kept within easy reach，is a necessity in every home. Having supplies gathered ahead of time will help you handle an emergency at a moment's notice.You should keep one first aid kit in your home and one in each car. Also be sure to bring a first aid kit on family vacations.
You can purchase a first aid kit at drugstores or a local Red Cross office，or make one of your own.If you decide to make one，choose containers for your kits that are roomy，durable，easy to carry，and simple to open.Plastic boxes or containers for storing art supplies are ideal，since they're lightweight，have handles，and offer a lot of space.
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1．individual n． 个人；个体
adj. 个人的；独特的
2．variation n. 变化；变动；变异
3．necessity n. 必要(性)；必需品
4．durable adj. 耐用的；持久的
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根据短文内容，选择正确答案/回答问题。
1．How can you recognize a first aid kit?
A．There is a red cross on a green background.
B．There is a white cross on a green background.
C．There is a blue cross on a red background.
D．There is a white cross on a red background.
2．What is a first aid kit used to do?
[答案] 1.B
