FIRE TECHNOLOGY AND ARSON INVESTIGATION QUESTIONS

By: Vinz Reginald O. Pangilinan, R. Crim (4th Placer, December 2017 CLE)

1. Which among the following is not previously included in the original geographic representation of the
elements of fire?
A. Oxygen
B. Heat
C. Self-sustained chemical reaction
D. Fuel

2. Which among the following laws contains the latest provisions governing the mandate of state to
prevent and suppress fires as well as the enforcement of fire safety standards required by pertinent
laws?
A. P.D 1185
B. R.A 9514
C. R.A 9415
D. P.D 1096
3. What is minimum amount of oxygen percentage needed in order to start a fire?
A. 16%
B. 15%
C. 14%
D. 21%

4. A prerequisite of fire which pertains to any substance capable of burning regardless of any form:
A. Fuel
B. Heat
C. Oxygen
D. Self-sustained chemical reaction

5. A sub-classification of any substance capable of burning in gaseous form in which it is characterized

by frigid and cold temperatures.
A. Coolers
B. Cryogenic Gas
C. Freon Gas
D. Compressed Gas

6. The method of heat transfer without an intervening medium was conceptualized by:
A. Antoine Lavoisier
B. Isaac Newton
C. Richard Newsham
D. Max Planck

7. Which among the following laws paved the way for the creation of a government agency which is
responsible for the prevention and suppression of fires as well as enforcement of laws relating to fire
safety and response?
A. R.A 9514
B. R.A 9263
C. R.A 6975
D. P.D 1185

8. A bluish flame as a classification of flame is defined as_________:

A. One which is characterized as smooth and steady.
B. One which is represents a complete combustion of a fuel and possessing a relatively high
temperature.
C. One which possesses a lower burning temperature and has incomplete combustion of fuel
D. One is described as having an erratic and irregular flow stream.

9. The minimum temperature needed for a heated fuel to start a combustion, this physical property of
fire refers to_____:
A. Flash Point
B. Fire Point
 C. Kindling Temperature
D. Combustion Temperature

10. A flammable liquid possesses a precise flashpoint temperature of___

A. Above 37.8 C
B. Below 37.8 C
C. Above 37.9 C
D. Below 37.9 C

11. A method of heat transfer which is characterized by a physical contact between two objects thereby
exchanging energies
A. Convection
B. Radiation
C. Conduction
D. Flame Contact

12. A defective appliance cord as a proximate cause of a fire incident falls under _______category of fire
A. Class B
B. Class A
C. Class C
D. Class K

13. Which among the following scenarios best describe mechanical heat energy as a source of heat?
A. A chemist mixing two individual chemical substances altogether and producing high temperatures
as a result of the formation of a newly formed compound.
B. A caveman rubbing the two sticks together in order to produce a manual source of heat.
C. A physicist splitting an atomic particle thereby powering the steam turbines in a nuclear power
plant.
D. A television nearly causing a fire incident in which the proximate cause is a poor wire connection.

14. Backdraft occurs during the ____phase of fire:

A. Incipient
B. Free Burning
C. Hot Smoldering
D. Decaying

15. When the fire is confined to the original materials of ignition, we pertain to ___phase of fire:
A. Free Burning
B. Incipient
C. Initial
D. Hot Smoldering

16. Fire incidents involving petroleum products as fuels are classified as ____fire:
A. Class D
B. Class B
C. Class C
D. Class E

17. The chemical breakdown of matter as a result of the action of heat refers to___:
A. Free Radicals
B. Pyrolysis
C. Flash Point
D. Fire Point

18. The stage in fire-fighting process wherein methods are employed so as to prevent poisonous gases to
displace as well as to address the problem of instantaneous explosion when firefighters enter the scene
and eradicate the fire for good.
A. Cover Exposure
B. Overhauling
C. Ventilation
D. Extinguishment
19. Attacking the Fuel side of the Fire Tetrahedron as a way of fire extinguishment refers to__:
A. Smothering
B. Inhibition
C. Starvation
D. Cooling

20. The most vintage type of ladder.

A. Straight Ladder
B. Bamboo Ladder
C. Roof Ladder
D. Pompier Ladder

21. Zinc, sodium, calcium and titanium induced fires form as examples of ____fires:
A. Class B
B. Class D
C. Class K
D. Class E

22. This general classification of fuels are characterized by loose fit molecular structure and they tend to
take the shape and volume of their containers.
A. Solid
B. Liquid
C. Gaseous
D. Plasma Fuels

23. This is a tool to shut off the water in hose lines when other control valves are not applicable. It is used to
replace a burst section of hose, to extend lines, or to hold water back for line advancement without shutting off
the source of supply.
A. Hose Spanner Wrench
B. Hose Couplings
C. Hose Hoist
D. Hose Clamp

24. A piece of fire-fighting equipment used to direct and control a stream of water.
A. Fire Hose
B. Nozzle
C. Hose Hoist
D. Hose Clamp

25. It is an equipment used to seal small cuts or breaks which may occur in fire hose or to connect damaged
couplings of the same size.
A. Hose Band
B. Hose Sealant
C. Hose Jacket
D. Hose Hood

26. Flashover occurs during what phase of fire?

A. Incipient
B. Hot Smoldering
C. Free Burning
D. Pyrolysis

27. A fire which bears the appearance of a black smoke with deep red flame presupposes that the
material involved is a____:
A . Magnesium based product
B. Petroleum based product
C. Chlorate based product
D. Asphalt based product
28. Attacking the heat side of the fire tetrahedron best reflects what type of fire extinguishment methods?
A. Cooling
B. Chain breaking
C. Starvation
D. Blanketing

29. Is a mechanical device, usually made of metals, containing chemicals, fluids, or gases for stopping a
fire mostly effective during the first moments when a fire has just started.
A. Fire Hose
B. Fire Extinguisher
C. Sprinkler
D. Fire Hydrant

30. The current law that penalizes the crime of arson.

A. P.D 1096
B. P.D 1611
C. P.D 1612
D. P.D 1613

31. The sole ideal extinguishing agent used in combatting combustible metals is:
A . Dry Powder
B. Dry Chemical
C. Foam
D. Carbon Dioxide

32. The prescribed penalty for simple arson

A. Prision Mayor
B. Reclusion Perpetua to Death
C. Reclusion Temporal to Reclusion Perpetua
D. Prision Correcional

33. This is a behavioral disorder wherein the person draws psychological gratification in burning
physical objects.
A . Kleptomania
B. Pyromania
C. Fire Maniac Syndrome
D. Obsessive Combustion Disorder

34. What is the primordial reason why Arson is the most difficult crime to investigate?
A . Because of lack of modern and sophisticated equipment by fire investigators in order to solve arson
cases.
B. Because of lack of training on the part of the fire investigators in handling arson cases
C. Because the physical evidence left at the incident scene is in itself destroyed as a result of the fire,
which proves harder for the investigators to present a prima facie case of arson.
D. Because of complacency and carelessness of fire investigators in gathering physical evidence left at the
fire scene thereby resulting to contamination thereby losing the probative value of such evidence
gathered to establish a strong probability that there is indeed an arson case.

35. The following are examples of property that if subjected to willful and malicious burning, are
classified as Destructive Arson except:
A. Any building where evidence is kept for use in any legislative, judicial, administrative or other official
proceeding.
B. Any building used as offices of the government or any of its agencies;
C. Any ammunition factory and other establishment where explosives, inflammable or combustible
materials are stored.
D. Any archive, museum, whether public or private, or any edifice devoted to culture, education or social
services

36. The arsonist may set fire to a building in order to erase any object which may serve to incriminate
him to a certain crime; this motive in the crime of arson refers to___:
A. Economic gain
B. Insurance Fraud
C. Evidential Fraud
D. Concealment of Crime
37. When the temperature of a substance is very high, it releases highly combustible vapors known as
A. Exothermic Vapors
B. Free Radicals
C. Oxidizing Particles
D. Pyrolytic Embers

38. This refers to the active principle of burning; it is characterized by the light and heat of combustion
A. Flame
B. Fire
C. Combustion
D. Burning

39. This is a type of flame according to fuel that is exemplified by a Bunsen-type laboratory burner where
hydrocarbon (any substance containing primarily carbon and hydrogen) is thoroughly mixed with air
before reaching the flame zone.
A. Diffusion Flame
B. Luminous Flame
C. Pre-mixed Flame
D. Non-Luminous Flame

40. The percentage chemical distribution of the ingredients of a fire extinguisher is divided into___:
A. 50% extinguishing agent, 50% water
B. 94% water, 6% extinguishing agent
C. 70% water, 30% extinguishing agent
D. 65% water, 35% extinguishing agent

41. The following are natural causes of fire except:

a. Spontaneous heating
b. Lightning
c. Solar Radiation
d. Arcing

42. Securing adjacent buildings nearby the fire incident scene in order to prevent further spreading of
the fire is an activity done during the _____stage/phase of firefighting
a. Ventilation
b. Salvage
c. Cover Exposure
d. Overhauling

43. The following are the special aggravating circumstances in the crime of Arson except:
a. If done by 3 or more persons

b. If the offender is motivated by spite or hatred towards the owner or occupant of the property burned
c. If done with in order to conceal a crime allegedly committed
d. If done for the benefit of the other

44. The point of the origin of fire (fingerprint of the fire) starts to become visible during the ____phase of
fire:
a. Free Burning
b. Hot Smoldering Phase
c. Incipient
d. Initial

45. The type of sketch that is ideally used in Arson cases

a. Floor Plan Sketch
b. Ground Sketch
c. Neighborhood Sketch
d. Exploded View
46. This is an equipment used by firefighters in order to protect the hose from injuries from vehicles
crossing hose lines. If this equipment is not utilized, Firefighters at the nozzles will receive sudden
jerks each time a wheel cuts off the water momentarily
a. Fire Hose Spanner Wrench
b. Fire Hose Ramp and Bridge
c. Fire Hose Hoist
d. Fire Hose Covering Mat
47. This is considered as the most important fire safety technique/fire safety tactic.
a. Communication
b. Prevention
c. Escape
d. Containment
48. The presumptive forensic laboratory test done to debris recovered in the fire scene in order to
determine if there is possible presence of incendiary materials which may serve as a clue of
intentional fire.
a. Griess Test
b. Sudan Test
c. Harrison Gilroy Test
d. Florence Test

49. A method of ventilation wherein fire fighters determine the highest elevation point of the fire, shore
up the roof create an opening and displace the gases from the fire area from top to bottom
a. Horizontal Ventilation
b. Vertical Ventilation
c. Mechanical Ventilation
d. Linear Ventilation

50. The measure of the thermal degree of the agitation of molecules of a given substance; the measure of
the molecular activity within the substance, this physical property of fire refers to__:
a. Fire Point
b. Boiling Point
c. Temperature
d. Flash Point

51. The following scenarios are deemed prima facie evidence of arson, which among the following is
considered incorrect?
a. If substantial amount of flammable substances or materials are stored within the building not
necessary in the business of the offender or for household use
b. If the building or property is insured for substantially not more than its actual value at the time of
the issuance of the policy.
c. If during the lifetime of the corresponding fire insurance policy more than two fires have occurred
in the same or other premises owned or under the control of the offender and/or insured.
d. If the fire started simultaneously in more than one part of the building or establishment.

52. The recognition for the professionalization of the fire service is realized in what law?
a. R.A 9262
b. R.A 6975
c. R.A 9263
d. R.A 4864

53. Inspecting the door first by using the back portion (dorsal) of the hands and breaking the adjacent
window before making entry in the burning building as a way of displacing toxic gases best
describes___:
a. Mechanical Ventilation
b. Horizontal Ventilation
c. Vertical Ventilation
d. Forced Ventilation
54. Most arson cases are proved by__________________ evidence rather than that direct evidence.
a. testimonial evidence
b. associative evidence
c. circumstantial evidence
d. physical evidence

55. Which of the following shall cause the investigator to assume that the victim died of direct contact
with flame?
a. Presence of soot and fire gases at respiratory tract
b. Prominence of trauma that is probably caused by a stab directly collect it and always send it to the
crime laboratory for scientific examination
c. Intense charring of the whole body
d. None of the above

56. The burnt pattern in woods indicating the spontaneous and intensive burning has occurred.
a. Alligatoring c. Collapse
b. Discoloration d. Charring

57. Office of the BFP that facilitates the implementation of the Fire Code of the Philippines.
a. Fire Investigation Section c. Fire Safety Inspection Section
b. Fire Safety Enforcement Branch d. Personnel Section

58. An act of removing fire hazards from the building.

a. Rescue c. Salvaging
b. Abatement d. Renovation

59. When carbon monoxide is absent in the blood of the dead body found in a burned structure, this will
be a strong circumstantial evidence that the person:
a. Was dead when the fire began
b. Was killed by someone else during the blaze
c. Was still alive before the fire
d. Died due to suffocation

60. A normal product of combustion, and is poisonous, especially when the air supply to the fire is
restricted.
a. hydrogen sulfide b. carbon monoxide
c. hydrogen cyanide d. carbon dioxide

61. This serves as a hint to the arson investigator in order to gather leads from an alleged arson case. This
comes from the notion of the fact that as fire feeds it propagates itself. It will indicate generally the
deepest point from where the fire originated.
a. Charring c. Burning
b. Alligatoring d. Trailer

62. Fire stage that has the highest rate of intensity.

a. Incipient c. Smoldering
b. Free burning d. Initial

63. A tool employed by an arsonist to delay the start of the fire and allow him to establish an alibi.
a. staller b. delaying device
c. timing device d. stopper
64. A type of fire which results from burning of light combustible materials. Extinguishment of this fire is
by means of temperature mitigation.
a. class A b. class B
c. class C d. class D
65. Any material having a flash point of below 37.80 degree Celsius or 100 degree Fahrenheit.
a. combustible liquid b. flammable liquid
c. inflammable liquid d. corrosive liquid
66. Any material having a flash point at or above 37.80 degree Celsius or 100 degree Fahrenheit.
a. combustible liquid b. flammable liquid
c. inflammable liquid d. corrosive liquid
67. This catalytic combustion device is the most common means employed to detect flammable
vapors.
a. accelerant b. sniffer
c. timing device d. stopper
68. Any material or mixture consisting of a fuel and oxidizer used to set off explosives.
a. blasting agent b. blasting cap
c. detonator c. fuse

69. A pattern or network of fine, irregular lines in glass and wood.

a. crazing b. spalling
c. alligatoring d. charring

70. The fire endurance threshold of structural elements and the behavior of a building material in a fire, it
is used to predict how long it will resist the effect of a fire before it fails.
a. fire resistance b. fire duration
c. fire endurance d. fire tolerance

71. It is poisonous and is a normal product of combustion especially when the air supply to the fire is
restricted.
A. carbon dioxide
B. hydrogen sulfide
C. carbon monoxide
D. hydrogen cyanide

72. It is considered as the most effective fixed installation or controlling fire, which will discharge water
into incipient fire from heads located near the ceiling.
A. automatic fire sprinkler system
B. fire smoke detector
C. fire hydrant
D. fire extinguisher

73. The first human species to discover and utilize fire on a regular basis
a. Homo Habilis
b. Homo Erectus
c. Homo Sapiens
d. Homo Enterus

74. A French Chemist who proved that burning is the result of the rapid union of oxygen with other
substances.
a. Napoleon Bonaparte
b. Antoine Lavoisier
c. Thomas Edison
d. Benjamin Franklin

75. Better known as dust explosion. This may happen when the metal post that is completely covered
with dust is going to be hit by lighting.
a. Flash Over
b. Roll over
c. Flash Fire
d. Backdraft

76. An incendiary material utilized by an arsonist in order to facilitate a fire

a. Trailer
b. Streamer
 c. Plant
d. Accelerant

77. It is the descriptive term referring to the various methods used by the fire service to stop, extinguish
and control destructive fire for eventual prevention of loss of life and property. (P.S.B.R.C)
a. Fire Control
b. Fire Safety
c. Fire Protection
d. Fire Law Enforcement

78. Is a device that sounds an alarm if a small amount of smoke is detected by its sensor. These are
attached to the ceiling or wall in a several areas of the home. Fire protection experts recommend at least
one of these devices for each floor of a residence.

a. Smoke Sensor
b. Smoke Sonar
c. Smoke Detector
d. Smoke Alarm

79. Attacking the self-sustained chemical reaction element in the fire tetrahedron is otherwise known
as___:
a. Inhibition
b. Blanketing
c. Starvation
d. Quenching

80. In Greek mythology, he was the one who purportedly stole the fire to the Olympian Gods and gave it
to humanity.
a. Achilles
b. Hephaestus
c. Prometheus
d. Kratos

81. It involves the examination of building, structure or facility for defects, deficiencies or violation on
fire safety and protection requirements
a. Fire Safety Compliance Inspection
b. Fire Safety Compliance Audit
c. Fire Safety Inspection
d. Fire Safety Audit

82. Gasoline, lighter fluids, kerosene, and turpentine as an incendiary materials fall as examples of ____:
a. Trailers
b. Accelerants
c. Streamers
d. Plants

83. Are those that release or give off energy (heat) thus they produced substances with less energy than
the reactants, this chemical property of fire is known as ___:
a. Endothermic Reaction
b. Exothermic Reaction
c. Oxidation
d. Specific Gravity

84. It consists of small carbonaceous particle suspended in the atmosphere which may of such color size
and quality that they can be obscure the passage of light thus preventing exists and exit signs from
being seen it may also contribute to panic because of its effects on eyes, nose and throat .
A. Smoke
B. Flame
C. Fire
D. Toxic
85. This refers to the various safety measures utilized to stop harmful or destructive fire from starting.
The laws related with this subject matter in the Philippine setting includes Building Code of the
Philippines and the Revised Fire Code of 2008
A. Fire Prevention and Suppression
B. Fire Protection
C. Fire Law Enforcement
D. Fire Safety