Are You Ready For An Ambulance Practice Test?
An ambulance as we all know is a hospital on wheels. Aside from this very obvious fact, do you know the history of ambulances, what makes up an ambulance, how it operates, the systems involved? Well, take this quiz to enhance your knowledge.
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The Knights of St John were founded in _______ AS to provide care to the poor, sick and injured pilgrims in the Holy Land during the crusades.
- A.
1090
- B.
1070
- C.
1080
- D.
1100
Correct Answer
C. 1080Explanation
The Knights of St John were founded in 1080 to provide care to the poor, sick, and injured pilgrims in the Holy Land during the crusades.Rate this question:
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A great book written by Jack E. McCallum "Military _______ " describes in great detail the nature of medicine during war from the United States point of view.Which one do you like?
- A.
Medicine
- B.
Drug
- C.
Pharmacy
- D.
Hospital
Correct Answer
A. MedicineExplanation
The correct answer is "Medicine" because the question specifically asks for a term that describes the nature of medicine during war. The book mentioned in the question focuses on the topic of medicine during war, so "Medicine" is the most appropriate choice.Rate this question:
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The Knights of St John are also known as the Knights Hospitalier or the Knights of Malta. The "Maltese _______ " which is often associated with emergency services derives its name from the cross that the Knights wore on their tunics.
- A.
Cross
- B.
Bow
- C.
Thread
- D.
Service
Correct Answer
A. CrossExplanation
The "Maltese Cross" is often associated with emergency services because it derives its name from the cross that the Knights of St John wore on their tunics. The Knights of St John, also known as the Knights Hospitalier or the Knights of Malta, were a medieval Catholic military order that provided medical care to pilgrims and crusaders. The cross symbolized their dedication to helping others and providing humanitarian aid, which is why it is now commonly associated with emergency services.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When was this? Ambulances were first used for emergency transport by the Spanish.
- A.
1587
- B.
1487
- C.
1387
- D.
1287
Correct Answer
B. 1487Explanation
In 1487, ambulances were first used for emergency transport by the Spanish.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In _______ the Surgeon-in-Chief of the French Grand Army, the Baron Dominiquie Larrey, created the first official army medical group in any army in the world.
- A.
1782
- B.
1792
- C.
1789
- D.
1768
Correct Answer
B. 1792Explanation
In 1792, the Surgeon-in-Chief of the French Grand Army, Baron Dominiquie Larrey, established the first official army medical group. This marked a significant development in military medicine as it was the first time such a specialized medical unit was formed within any army worldwide. The establishment of this medical group demonstrated the recognition of the importance of medical care for soldiers and paved the way for the advancement of military medicine in the future.Rate this question:
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The Knights Templar were dissolved in _______ by the King of France and much of the wealth and land of the Templars' went to the Knights of St John.
- A.
1312
- B.
1313
- C.
1314
- D.
1315
Correct Answer
A. 1312Explanation
In 1312, the Knights Templar were dissolved by the King of France. This decision led to the transfer of much of the Templars' wealth and land to the Knights of St John.Rate this question:
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When was this? At the Battle of Bunker Hill June, General Horatio Gates left his wounded troops for up to 3 days.
- A.
1774
- B.
1775
- C.
1776
- D.
1777
Correct Answer
B. 1775Explanation
In 1775, during the Battle of Bunker Hill, General Horatio Gates left his wounded troops for up to 3 days.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Ambulances were first used for emergency transport in _______ by the Spanish although the more proper term is ambulance wagon.
- A.
1583
- B.
1284
- C.
1469
- D.
1487
Correct Answer
D. 1487Explanation
The correct answer is 1487. This is the year when ambulances were first used for emergency transport in Spain. The term "ambulance wagon" is a more accurate description of the early form of ambulances used during that time.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Ambulances were first used for emergency transport in 1487 by the _______ although the more proper term is ambulance wagon.
- A.
Americans
- B.
Italians
- C.
Spanish
- D.
Africans
Correct Answer
C. SpanishExplanation
The correct answer is Spanish because the sentence states that ambulances were first used for emergency transport in 1487 by the ______. Since the term "ambulance wagon" is mentioned, it implies that the question is referring to the origins of the term "ambulance" rather than the concept of emergency transport itself. The term "ambulance" is derived from the Spanish word "ambulancia," which was used to describe a field hospital or a mobile medical unit during that time period.Rate this question:
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The Knights of St John battled with _______ during the crusades and wore black surcoats with white crosses.
- A.
Muslims
- B.
Christians
- C.
Africans
- D.
Traditionalists
Correct Answer
A. MuslimsExplanation
During the crusades, the Knights of St John fought against Muslims. They wore black surcoats with white crosses as a symbol of their order. The crusades were a series of religious wars fought between Christians and Muslims, and the Knights of St John were a prominent Christian military order. They played a significant role in defending Christian territories in the Holy Land and engaging in battles with Muslim forces. Wearing black surcoats with white crosses helped to identify them as members of the order and distinguish them from other Christian knights.Rate this question:
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