Avalanche Awareness Quiz

What is an avalanche?

• A type of snowball fight

• A huge blanket of snow sliding quickly down a mountain

• A winter game children play

• A type of snowman building

What makes an avalanche start?

• Someone singing loudly

• Children playing

• A loud noise or more snowfall

• Drinking hot chocolate

Which of these is NOT a type of avalanche?

• Slab avalanche

• Loose snow avalanche

• Wet avalanche

• Dancing avalanche

Where are avalanches most likely to happen?

• In flat areas

• On steep mountain slopes

• In your backyard

• Inside a house

What should you do if caught in an avalanche?

• Stay completely still

• Cry for help

• Try to move to the side quickly

• Close your eyes

Why do climate changes make avalanches more likely?

• Because snow becomes more colorful

• Because warm and cold weather can create weak snow layers

• Because mountains get taller

• Because people like watching avalanches

What helps rescuers find someone buried in snow?

• A magic wand

• A special beacon that sends signals

• A loud whistle

• A warm blanket

How do professionals sometimes prevent avalanches?

• By singing to the snow

• By using controlled explosions

• By building snowmen

• By asking the snow nicely

What should you always do before going into snowy mountain areas?

• Wear a funny hat

• Bring lots of candy

• Check the avalanche forecast

• Run very fast

Why is creating an air pocket important if buried in snow?

• To make a snow fort

• To help you breathe

• To play hide and seek

• To stay warm