getting lost or stranded
You are in a plane that's engine broke, what do you do?
A. Parachute out of the plane
B. Jump out without a parachute.
C. Crash with your plane and hope to survive.
The correct answer is
A. Parachute out of the plane
What would you use to start a fire.
A. Matches
B. Your jacket
C. Your hands
The correct answer is
A. Matches
It is nighttime and you need to go to bed?
A. Sleep in the forest
B. Build shelter and sleep in the shelter
C. Sleep in a lake or ocean.
The correct answer is
B. Build shelter and sleep in the shelter.
There is a bear in the distance and it does not see you. What should you do?
A. Tackle the bear
B. Walk backwards slowly away from the bear
C. Ignore the bear
The correct answer is
B. Walk backwards slowly away from the bear
Bear's front wrists are not strong enough to handle the steepness of running down hill.
If you are stranded and you see water from an ocean and water at a lake. Which water would you drink?
A. Ocean Water
B. Lake water
The correct answer is
B. Lake water
From what direction does the sun rise?
A. North
B. South
C. East
D. West
C.. sun rises in the East and Sets in the west.
You've escaped a wildfire and need to build a signal fire. Which material should you add to create dense smoke?
A. Dry leaves and twigs
B. Green vegetation
C. Cardboard boxes
B. Green vegetation
Explanation: Green vegetation produces more smoke than dry materials, making it ideal for signal fires. The moisture content in green leaves and branches creates denser, more visible smok
You see a porcupine what should you do?
A. Throw stuff at the porcupine
B. Stand still
C. Kick the porcupine
The correct answer is
B. Stand still
You're hiking and spot a wildfire approaching. What's your best course of action?
A. Run directly away from the fire as fast as possible B. Move downhill and towards water sources if possible C. Climb the nearest tall tree to avoid the flames
B. Move downhill and towards water sources if possible
Moving downhill is generally safer as fire tends to move uphill more quickly due to heat rising and preheating fuels above.
Heading towards water sources (like rivers, lakes, or streams) provides a potential barrier against the fire and a place of relative safety.
Water sources are often in lower areas, which aligns with the downhill movement. Water can be used to wet clothing or surroundings for some protection.
Option A (running directly away) could be dangerous as you might not outrun the fire or could run into its path unknowingly.
Option C (climbing a tree) is very dangerous as it puts you at risk of being trapped and exposed to intense heat and smoke.
How many days can a human live without consuming water?
A. 3 days
B. 5 days
C. 4 days
A. 3 days
If you are in a plane and you run out of fuel and there are no runways were should you try and land?
A. in a forest full of trees.
B. in an ocean.
C. in a lake.
The correct answer is
C. in a lake.
After escaping a wildfire, you need to build a fire for warmth. Where's the safest place to build it?
A. Under a rocky overhang
B. In a clearing, away from overhanging branches
C. Next to a large fallen log
B. In a clearing, away from overhanging branches
Explanation: This location minimizes the risk of accidentally starting another fire. It provides open space above for smoke to dissipate and reduces the chance of igniting overhead vegetation.
You need to craft a knife. How would you craft it?
A. Get a sharp rock and scrape the rock against a branch.
B. scrape a branch against a tree.
The correct answer is
A. Get a sharp rock and scrape the rock against a branch.
If a moose starts chasing you, what should you do?
A. Try to put a large object like a tree or boulder between you and the moose
B. Run in zig zags untill you have the chance to climb up a tree.
C. Make yourself appear larger by raising your arms and make loud noises to try to intimidate the moose
B. Run in zig zags untill you have the chance to climb up a tree.
What is the best and easiest way to purify water before drinking it?
C. Boil the water
Heating water to a "rolling boil" for at least one minute will kill any micro-organisms present in the water making it safe to drink. Add 1 minute for every 1000 foot of elevation above sea level
C. Boil the water
Heating water to a "rolling boil" for at least one minute will kill any micro-organisms present in the water making it safe to drink. Add 1 minute for every 1000 foot of elevation above sea level
You're lost in the wilderness during a wildfire evacuation and stumble upon a group of campers roasting marshmallows, completely unaware of the approaching inferno. What do you do?
A. Join their marshmallow roast and hope the fire department shows up soon
B. Convince them you're a forest spirit and lead them to safety while maintaining your mystical persona
C. Calmly inform them of the danger and work together to evacuate immediately
C. Calmly inform them of the danger and work together to evacuate immediately
Explanation: While this scenario is humorous, the correct answer is still the most responsible and safe option. It's important to alert others to danger and work together for everyone's safety.
Option A (joining the marshmallow roast) is obviously dangerous and irresponsible, though it might be tempting if you're really craving s'mores.
Option B (pretending to be a forest spirit) might make for a great story later, but it's not the most efficient way to get everyone to safety. Plus, maintaining a mystical persona while evacuating could be challenging and time-consuming.
Where should you build your fire?
A. Next to a large rock or boulder
B. In a pile of leaves
C. In a forest
The correct answer is
A. Next to a large rock or boulder
You're trapped by a wildfire and need to find a safe spot to wait it out. Which of these locations should you choose?
A. A dense area of dry brush and tall grass
B. A rocky area with little vegetation
C. A grove of tall, dry pine trees
B. A rocky area with little vegetation
Explanation: This is the safest choice when trapped by a wildfire. Rocky areas with little vegetation provide the least fuel for the fire and offer the best protection. The lack of combustible material significantly reduces the fire's intensity in this area.
You're seeking refuge from a wildfire in a lake when you spot a moose also entering the water. How should you proceed?
A. Swim towards the moose for protection
B. Splash and make noise to scare the moose away
C. Maintain distance and move to another part of the lake
C. Maintain distance and move to another part of the lake
Explanation: Moose can be dangerous, especially when stressed. It's best to keep your distance and avoid confrontation. Swimming towards the moose or trying to scare it could provoke an attack.
If you need fish where should you fish at?
A. Deep water
B. Waist deep water
C. Ocean water
The correct answer is
B.waist deep water
On page 65 of 1000 survival hacks the second tip of the section called Three spear-fishing tips.
Which of these items would you bring to survive? (you could only bring one of these.)
A. A hatchet
B. Airheads gum
C. Your phone
The correct answer is
A. A hatchet
You're in a post-wildfire area and need to start a fire. What's the best way to contain it?
A. Surround it with a ring of large rocks
B. Dig a shallow pit and clear the area around it
C. Build it next to a stream or river
B. Dig a shallow pit and clear the area around it
Explanation: This method provides the best containment. The pit helps control the fire's spread, while clearing the surrounding area removes potential fuel sources. This is especially important in a post-wildfire area where remaining vegetation might be very dry.
What does a bushcraft shelter look like?
A. A large cone with a entrance
B. A square shelter with a door.
C. a hut with a door
The correct answer is
A. A large cone with a entrance
While evacuating from a wildfire, you encounter a herd of panicked deer running in your direction. What should you do?
A. Stand your ground and wave your arms to scare them away
B. Quickly climb the nearest tree to avoid being trampled
C. Move perpendicular to their path and seek cover behind a large object C. Move perpendicular to their path and seek cover behind a large object
C. Move perpendicular to their path and seek cover behind a large object
What is the best source for potable water?
A. Lake
B. Spring
C. River
D. Ocean
E. Pond
B. Spring
A spring is a point at which water flows from an aquifer to the Earth's surface