G5 Vocabulary - Uniforms

Why do firefighters wear a special uniform? Choose the best answer.

• To protect fires and smoke from them.

• To protect themselves from fire and smoke.

• To protect other people from fire and smoke.

The employee's uniform has a . . .

• logo

• waterproof cap

• stripe

Material that is waterproof . . .

• is soaked with water all the time.

• lets a lot of water through.

• stops water from getting through.

An inside pocket is . . .

• useful for carrying important items.

• used to show people what your job is.

• especially for teachers.

Uniforms can show other people . . .

• your favourite colours.

• your sense of fashion.

• what your job is.

Read carefully. What is the best uniform for a vet?

• An apron to protect their clothes and a hat to hold back their hair. Some stripes on their sleeve.

• Long sleeves to protect their arms and long trousers to protect their legs. Inside pockets to carry items they need.

• A helmet to protect their head. A waterproof jacket to stop their clothes from being soaked with water.

Read carefully. What is the best uniform for a dentist?

• A hat to shade themselves from the sun, sun-screen, and loose clothes.

• An apron, a long coat, and heavy boots to protect their feet. Goggles to protect their eyes.

• A cap to cover their hair, a mask to cover their face, and gloves on their hands. Sensible shoes.