General Trivia
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter
Canada has 10 provinces and 3 territories. Can you name the 3 territories?
Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut
Someone was bitten or stung by an insect and their skin is red and itchy. They aren’t allergic but are uncomfortable.
Remove the stinger (if visible) by scraping it with a card
Wash the area with soap and water
Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling
Use anti-itch cream or ask a leader for hydrocortisone
What would you do if you got separated from your group while walking in the woods at camp?
“Stop, stay put, make noise, wait to be found.”
What is my camp name?
Tinkerbell
What is the fastest land animal in the world?
Cheetah
What is the name of the mountain range that runs along the border of British Columbia and Alberta?
The Rocky Mountains
It’s been a hot day, and a camper has a headache, dry mouth, and is feeling dizzy.
Move them to a shaded area
Give them small sips of water frequently
Loosen any tight clothing
Monitor them and alert an adult if they don’t improve
What would you do if you tripped on a root and scraped your knee badly while hiking?
Cleaning the wound, covering it, asking for help, not ignoring it.
What is my favourite colour?
Green
In Greek mythology, who was the king of the gods?
Zeus
What is the capital city of Alberta?
Edmonton
A camper scraped their knee during a hike and it’s bleeding slightly.
Wash your hands
Gently clean the wound with water
Apply antiseptic if available
Cover with a clean bandage
Check daily for signs of infection
What would you do if you were outside and it suddenly started pouring rain and you had no raincoat?
Finding safe cover, using a tarp if possible, keeping warm, staying together, avoiding unsafe spots like under tall isolated trees.
Name 1 of the 2 subjects I teach, bonus points if you can name both
Science (Biology) and HPE (Health and Physical Education - Gym)
Which famous scientist developed the theory of general relativity?
Alberta Einstein
What is the name of the huge region of exposed rock, lakes, and forests that covers about half of Canada, mostly in Quebec, Ontario, and the north?
The Canadian Shield
A camper’s nose starts bleeding suddenly after being bumped during a game.
Have them sit and lean slightly forward
Pinch the soft part of the nose for a few minutes
Encourage them to breathe through their mouth
Do not tilt the head back or stuff tissues in the nose
What would you do if you realized you were lost in the forest and your water bottle was almost empty?
Not wandering too far, conserving water, staying visible, calling for help, avoiding unsafe drinking water unless shown how.
How old am I?
24
What is the largest desert in the world?
The Antarctic Desert
Canada touches three different oceans. Can you name them?
Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Arctic Ocean
After a sudden rainstorm, a camper is shivering, confused, and has cold, pale skin.
Move them indoors or to shelter
Remove any wet clothing
Wrap them in dry blankets
Offer warm fluids (no caffeine) if they’re alert
Seek medical help right away
What would you do if you were camping and saw smoke and flames coming from the forest nearby?
Moving away calmly, going to a safe open area or water source, telling an adult, not trying to put it out themselves.
What is my all time favourite dessert food?
Key Lime Pie