Avalanche Safety Quiz

What causes an avalanche?

• Heavy rain

• Earthquakes

• Vibrations from snowmobile engines

• Strong winds

What is the survival rate if a victim can be rescued within 18 minutes?

• Around 75%

• Less than 50%

• Greater than 91%

• Exactly 100%

What is the risky zone for avalanche slopes?

• Over 60°

• Under 25°

• Between 30 and 45°

• Exactly 50°

What safety equipment should be carried when venturing into the mountains?

• Avalanche Trans Receiver

• Ski goggles

• Sunscreen lotion

• Swimming fins

What can trigger an avalanche artificially?

• Birds chirping

• Use of explosives

• Cloudy weather

• Planting trees

What is the speed of avalanches that can be triggered by artificial triggers?

• Over 100 mph

• Less than 30 mph

• Around 50 mph

• Exactly 80 mph

What should be avoided when playing in snowy areas to prevent avalanches?

• Making snow angels

• Skiing on gentle slopes

• Throwing snowballs at friends

• Building snow forts or tunnels under steep slopes

What is the main factor that causes snow to lose control and trigger an avalanche?

• The temperature of the snow

• The number of trees on the mountain

• The color of the snow

• The shape and slope of the mountain