Mountaineers' Challenges and Strategies

The Mountaineers, Marty and Tyler, are confident after their second win. They decide to follow the military's flatland strategy, unaware of the impending danger of quicksand formed by glacier silt. As they press on, they encounter quicksand, which poses a significant threat. The team learns that moving in quicksand can worsen the situation, and they must remain calm to avoid sinking further.

What motivates the Mountaineers, Marty Thomas and Tyler, in their competition?

• Their recent loss

• Their lack of experience

• Their confidence from a previous win

• Their fear of opponents

What is the Mountaineers' ultimate goal in the competition?

• To make new friends

• To learn new skills

• To win the competition

• To explore new terrains

What strategy do the Mountaineers decide to follow?

• Climbing the highest peak

• Following the military's flatland strategy

• Taking a shortcut through the forest

• Avoiding the riverbank

What natural hazard do the Mountaineers encounter while following the military?

• A snowstorm

• A steep cliff

• Quicksand

• A wild animal

What is the Mountaineers' initial reaction to the quicksand?

• They decide to avoid it completely

• They find it amusing

• They underestimate its danger

• They are well-prepared for it

How does the quicksand affect the Mountaineers?

• It poses a significant threat and can cause them to sink

• It is easy to navigate through

• It slows them down but is not dangerous

• It is a minor inconvenience

What advice is given to avoid sinking further in quicksand?

• Move quickly

• Stay still and avoid struggling

• Call for help loudly

• Jump out immediately

What is the main challenge the Mountaineers face in the quicksand?

• Avoiding getting stuck

• Keeping up with their rivals

• Finding a way around it

• Navigating through a storm