Ice Fishing: Safety and Skills Quiz

What is ice fishing?

• Fishing in the ocean during winter

• Fishing through a hole in the ice on a frozen body of water

• Fishing in a river with ice cubes

• Fishing in a heated indoor pool

Which of the following fish is commonly caught while ice fishing?

• Salmon

• Trout

• Catfish

• Walleye

What is the primary safety concern when ice fishing?

• Sunburn

• Falling through thin ice

• Getting lost in the woods

• Running out of bait

What is an auger used for in ice fishing?

• To catch fish

• To drill holes in the ice

• To measure the thickness of the ice

• To store fish

What is a tip-up in ice fishing?

• A type of bait

• A device that signals when a fish bites

• A type of fishing rod

• A method of cooking fish

How thick should the ice be to safely walk on it for ice fishing?

• 1 inch

• 4 inches

• 10 inches

• 20 inches

Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety gear for ice fishing?

• Ice picks

• Life jacket

• Sunglasses

• Flip flops

What is the purpose of an ice fishing shelter?

• To store fish

• To protect from wind and cold

• To cook fish

• To attract fish

Which of the following is a common bait used in ice fishing?

• Bread

• Worms

• Cheese

• Chocolate

What should you do if you hear cracking sounds while on the ice?

• Run towards the center of the ice

• Stand still and wait

• Move to shore immediately

• Jump up and down