Wilderness Survival Quiz

What is the first step you should take when stranded in the wilderness?

• Start a fire

• Signal for rescue

• Build a shelter

• Find food

Why is it important to avoid drinking urine in a survival situation?

• It provides too much energy

• It can cause hallucinations

• It attracts wild animals

• It dehydrates you further

What is a reliable method to purify salt water?

• Adding salt

• Evaporation and condensation

• Using a water filter

• Boiling it

What is the best way to start a fire without matches or a lighter?

• Using a magnifying glass

• Rubbing two sticks together

• Using a battery

• Using a flashlight

Why is the belief that moss only grows on the north side of trees a myth?

• Moss grows wherever conditions are moist and cool

• Moss grows only in deserts

• Moss grows only on the south side

• Moss does not grow on trees

What should you do if you find yourself stuck in quicksand?

• Panic and call for help

• Try to swim out

• Wiggle your legs and lay back

• Ask a friend to pull you out

What is the correct action to take if bitten by a venomous snake?

• Run to the nearest hospital

• Keep the limb below heart level

• Apply ice to the wound

• Suck out the venom

How should you react if you encounter a bear that hasn't seen you?

• Slowly back away

• Take a photo

• Make loud noises

• Run away quickly

What is the recommended action if attacked by a grizzly bear?

• Run in a zigzag pattern

• Climb a tree

• Play dead and protect your head

• Fight back aggressively

What is a crucial step to take before entering an unfamiliar wilderness area?

• Bring a map

• Study the terrain and wildlife

• Leave your phone behind

• Pack extra clothes