Avalanche Awareness Quiz

What is an avalanche?

• A snowman melting

• A type of snowstorm

• A snowball fight

• A layer of snow collapsing and sliding downhill

What is a common consequence of large avalanches?

• Increasing snowfall

• Melting snow

• Wiping out forests and villages

• Creating new ski slopes

What slope angle is most prone to avalanches?

• Between 30° and 45°

• Under 25°

• Over 60°

• Exactly 50°

Which of the following is a natural trigger for avalanches?

• Gunshots

• Skiing

• Snowmobile engines

• Rain

Which human activity can trigger an avalanche?

• Fishing

• Bird watching

• Skiing

• Hiking

What should you always check before heading into avalanche-prone mountains?

• Weather forecasts

• Avalanche forecasts and conditions

• Snowball fight rules

• Ski lift schedules

What is an essential piece of safety equipment in avalanche areas?

• A flashlight

• A snowmobile

• A pair of skis

• An avalanche transceiver

What should you avoid doing in avalanche-prone areas?

• Checking avalanche forecasts

• Building snow forts under steep slopes

• Traveling with a group

• Carrying safety equipment

What is the survival rate if an avalanche victim is rescued within 18 minutes?

• 91%

• 75%

• 100%

• 50%

In what percentage of avalanche accidents is the victim or their group responsible for triggering the slide?

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

• 100%