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In 1950 in New Mexico a bear cub was found in a tree after a forest fire had destroyed his home. He became a symbol for forest fire prevention. What is the name of this famous bear?

  1. Smokie Mountain Bear

  2. Smoke Bear

  3. Ranger Rick

  4. Smokey Bear
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Explanation

Smokey Bear was created in 1944 by the U.S. Forest Service as the mascot for fire prevention. The real bear cub found after a 1950 New Mexico fire was named 'Smokey' and became the living symbol of the campaign. His famous slogan 'Only YOU can prevent forest fires' is one of the most recognizable PSA messages in American history.

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