Fitness Adventure Quiz

Which of the following statements about dehydration is false?

• Dehydration is only a risk in hot weather.

• Skiers can get dehydrated.

• Thirst is a sign that you are already a bit dehydrated.

• Dehydration must be taken seriously.

Though hiking is often considered an activity for the wilderness, many hikes can also take place in what setting?

• Urban

• Underground

• Indoors

• None of the above

Which of the following is not a form of skiing?

• A. Motocross

• B. Cross-country

• C. Slalom

• D. Alpine

Which of the following statements about hiking is true?

• It can be done in both rural as well as urban settings.

• It can be both an aerobic as well as an anaerobic exercise.

• It lets you explore the outdoors at your own pace.

• All of the above.

Which of the following is the correct definition for orienteering?

• Using a blindfold to navigate a path without the help of sight.

• Using a map and compass to navigate between checkpoints along an unfamiliar course.

• Marking a path along a trail using blazes or cairns.

• Hiking along rail tracks in rural areas.

Which of the following bodies of water may be cold?

• A. Flowing rivers and streams.

• B. Spring-fed bodies of water.

• C. Most open water except in tropical regions.

• D. All of the above.

Which of the following is not a good way to stay hydrated during an outdoor trip?

• Use a water purification system to make natural water safe to drink.

• Drink sugary beverages.

• Bring water-containing foods, such as celery sticks or bell peppers.

• Bring enough water for the conditions.

What is the most common cause of hypothermia?

• A. Getting wet

• B. Freezing temperatures

• C. Snow

• D. Sleeping outdoors

Which of the following statements about orienteering is not true?

• Events can take place over rough terrain and sometimes even in the dark.

• Each individual starting location is staggered so no one can cheat.

• It is limited in popularity to the U.S. and Europe.

• It is a type of competitive hiking.

Which of the following is not a safety guideline for swimming?

• A. Walk or wade into open or unknown bodies of water, as opposed to jumping or diving.

• B. Always wear flippers and a mask.

• C. Be aware of the threat of hypothermia in cold water or weather.

• D. Never go swimming alone.