#1
Which one of these is a basic need for survival in the wilderness?
Internet access
Shelter
Video games
Television
#2
What is the rule of threes in survival situations?
You can survive three minutes without air, three hours without shelter in harsh conditions, three days without water, and three weeks without food
You should always have three sources of light
Always tell three people where you're going
Three steps to make a fire: gather, build, ignite
#3
In cold environments, what is the most important layer of clothing?
The outer layer to protect against wind and moisture
The middle layer for insulation
The inner layer for moisture wicking
The waterproof layer
#4
Which of the following is a sign of dehydration?
Increased saliva production
Dark yellow urine
Cool, clammy skin
A decrease in hunger
#5
Which natural formation can provide a navigational reference to determine general direction?
The direction of moss growth on trees
The shape of clouds
The flow of water in rivers
The pattern of stars in the night sky
#6
What is the main purpose of a 'survival shelter'?
To provide a place to store food away from animals
To protect from environmental elements and maintain body heat
To serve as a signal to rescuers
To keep wild animals out
#7
What is the most reliable method to purify water in the wilderness?
Letting it sit out in the sun
Filtering through a cloth
Boiling
Drinking it directly from a stream
#8
What should you do if you're lost in the woods without a compass?
Follow the direction where the moss grows
Walk in the direction of the wind
Use the position of the sun or stars to navigate
Stay put and wait for rescue
#9
How can you signal for help without a phone or radio?
Yelling loudly
Creating a smoke signal
Jumping up and down
Singing songs
#10
Which knot is best for securing a rope to a tree or post?
Square knot
Bowline
Sheet bend
Clove hitch
#11
How can you tell direction without a compass during the day?
The direction where moss grows on trees
The direction the wind blows
Using the shadow stick method
Following the movement of clouds
#12
What's the best action if you encounter a bear in the wild?
Run away as fast as possible
Climb a tree immediately
Make yourself appear bigger and make loud noises
Lie down and play dead
#13
Which of the following plants is generally safe to eat in the wild?
Mushrooms you find on the forest floor
Dandelions
Berries you don't recognize
Leaves from any tree
#14
What is the most effective pattern to search for someone lost in the wilderness?
Walking in straight lines back and forth across the area
Randomly walking and calling out the person's name
Following animal trails
Creating a spiral search pattern from the last known location
#15
Which of the following should you avoid eating in a survival situation?
Insects found under logs
Freshwater fish caught in a clear stream
Plants with milky sap
Berries that birds are eating
#16
How should you cross a river if you must do so in the wilderness?
Swim directly across to the shortest point
Walk downstream until you find a bridge
Cross at a wide, shallow section where the current is less strong
Always float on your back across any river
#17
What is the best way to avoid hypothermia when in cold water?
Swim vigorously to generate body heat
Adopt the Heat Escape Lessening Posture (HELP)
Remove clothing to reduce the weight on your body
Tread water to keep your head above the surface
#18
What is the safest way to cross a fast-moving river?
Crossing straight across to the other side
Finding a narrow point and jumping across
Crossing at an angle, facing upstream
Floating on your back and letting the current carry you