240130 Outdoor Education Quiz

What is the first thing you should do if you get lost in the wilderness?

• Scream for help

• Start running in a random direction

• Stop and stay calm

• Climb a tree to get a better view

What are the top three priorities in a survival situation?

• Food, clothing, and entertainment

• Shelter, water, and food

• Money, technology, and transportation

• Education, career, and social media

How can you signal for help in the wilderness?

• Using a GPS tracker

• Sending a text message

• Yelling loudly

• Using a whistle, creating a signal fire, or using a mirror to reflect sunlight

What is the best way to find water in the wilderness?

• Ask the nearest tree for directions

• Dig randomly in the ground

• Search for signs of vegetation or animal tracks

• Look for a map of the area

What is an example of a team building activity that promotes trust?

• Tug of war

• Playing a game of tag

• Trust fall exercise

• Solving a crossword puzzle

What is the purpose of a trust fall exercise in team building?

• To practice solo problem-solving skills

• To learn how to swim

• To build trust and improve communication among team members

• To improve physical fitness

What is the most important skill for successful navigation in the wilderness?

• Using GPS only

• Following animal tracks

• Map and compass navigation

• Relying on landmarks only

What is the difference between true north and magnetic north?

• True north is the direction towards the South Pole

• Magnetic north is the direction towards the equator

• True north is the direction towards the magnetic north pole

• True north is the direction towards the geographic North Pole, while magnetic north is the direction towards the north magnetic pole.

How can you use a map and compass to find your location in the wilderness?

• Use the compass to cook food and the map to find a cell phone signal

• Use the compass to measure temperature and the map to identify landmarks

• Use the compass to play music and the map to draw a picture

• Use the compass to determine direction and the map to identify landmarks

What is the best way to determine direction without a compass?

• Counting the stars

• Following the wind

• Listening to the sound of water

• Using natural signs