A 'fire-step' was a structural feature of a trench used to:
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Correct answer: Allow soldiers to see over the parapet and fire weapons
Because trenches were dug deep enough to protect standing men, a ledge or fire-step was necessary for soldiers to step up and aim over the edge. When not in use, soldiers stepped down to remain hidden from enemy snipers.
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