Survival skills
What is the first thing you should look for if you are lost in the wilderness?
Shelter
What natural disaster is measured using the Richter scale?
Earthquake
What is the universal signal for help if you’re using your arms?
Raise both arms in a 'Y' shape or wave one arm repeatedly.
What should you do if you encounter a bear in the wild?
Stay calm, avoid eye contact, back away slowly, and never run
What phone number should you call for emergencies in most countries?
911 (or equivalent in your country)
What is the most important resource to find if you're stranded without supplies?
Water
What is the name of the rotating storm that forms over warm oceans?
Hurricane (or Cyclone/Typhoon depending on location)
You’re in a desert and only have one bottle of water. What should you do to make it last longer?
Sip it slowly and stay in the shade as much as possible.
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Name one item that should always be in a first aid kit?
Bandages, antiseptic, or scissors
Which method can be used to start a fire without matches?
Rubbing two sticks together or using a magnifying glass and sunlight
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A friend is bitten by a snake. What’s the first thing you should do?
Keep them calm, immobilize the area, and seek medical help immediately (do not suck out venom).
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What does "STOP, DROP, and ROLL" help you with?
Putting out a fire on your clothes
What is the rule of three when it comes to survival?
You can survive 3 minutes without air, 3 days without water, and 3 weeks without food.
Which natural disaster is often caused by underwater earthquakes?
Tsunami
You’re in a sinking boat. What’s the safest way to escape?
Put on a life jacket, stay calm, and swim away from the boat.
If you’re stung by a jellyfish, what common household liquid can help ease the pain?
Vinegar
What should you do if someone is choking and cannot breathe?
Bend the person over at the waist to face the ground. Strike five separate times between the person's shoulder blades with the heel of your hand. Give five abdominal thrusts. If back blows don't remove the stuck object, give five abdominal thrusts.
True or False: You can drink water from a cactus if you’re stranded in the desert.
False
Name one way scientists predict volcanic eruptions.
Monitoring seismic activity, gas emissions, or ground deformation
You’re stuck in a car during a snowstorm. Should you stay in the car or leave?
Stay in the car for safety and warmth.
What is the fastest land animal that you should avoid disturbing in the wild?
Cheetah
What is the name of the device used to restart someone's heart in an emergency?
AED (Automated External Defibrillator)