How to build a snow cave
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a snow cave?
A) To observe wildlife
B) To provide shelter from the elements
C) To create a signal fire
D) To store food and supplies
  • 2. What type of snow is best for building a snow cave?
A) Deep, consolidated snow
B) Wet snow
C) Icy snow
D) Powdery snow
  • 3. What is the recommended minimum depth of snowpack for building a snow cave?
A) 2 feet
B) 3 feet
C) At least 4 feet
D) 1 foot
  • 4. Why is it important to slope the floor of a snow cave?
A) To increase ventilation
B) To drain meltwater
C) To make it easier to stand
D) To make the cave warmer
  • 5. What is the recommended tool for digging a snow cave?
A) Snow shovel
B) Ice axe
C) Ski pole
D) Knife
  • 6. Why is it important to test the snow's stability before digging?
A) To find the easiest digging spot
B) To check for animal tracks
C) To prevent collapse
D) To measure the snow temperature
  • 7. What shape is generally best for a snow cave's interior?
A) Square-shaped
B) Rectangular-shaped
C) Flat-roofed
D) Dome-shaped
  • 8. What is a 'cold sink' in a snow cave?
A) A type of snow formation
B) An area for storing cold food
C) A lower area to trap cold air
D) A device to measure temperature
  • 9. Why is ventilation crucial in a snow cave?
A) To allow smoke to escape
B) To prevent carbon dioxide buildup
C) To keep the cave cool
D) To let in natural light
  • 10. What is a common symptom of carbon dioxide poisoning?
A) Heightened senses
B) Improved vision
C) Increased energy
D) Headache
  • 11. How can you create ventilation in a snow cave?
A) Place snow against the walls
B) Build a fire inside
C) Poke a hole through the roof
D) Keep the door open
  • 12. What should you do with the snow removed from the cave?
A) Melt it for drinking water
B) Use it to build a wall around the entrance
C) Pile it away from the entrance
D) Spread it evenly around the area
  • 13. Why is it important to insulate the floor of the snow cave?
A) To keep the floor clean
B) To prevent heat loss to the ground
C) To improve drainage
D) To make the floor more comfortable
  • 14. What materials can be used for floor insulation?
A) Dirt or sand
B) Snow, ice, or rocks
C) Sleeping pad, clothing, or evergreen branches
D) Aluminum foil or plastic bags
  • 15. What should you do before going to sleep in a snow cave?
A) Check the ventilation hole
B) Have a large meal
C) Remove all your clothing
D) Build a fire inside the cave
  • 16. How often should you check the ventilation hole during the night?
A) Only if you feel sick
B) Once, before going to sleep
C) Regularly, at least a few times
D) Never
  • 17. What is a 'snow trench'?
A) A deep crack in the snow
B) A type of snow shovel
C) A method of testing snow stability
D) A narrow entrance to the snow cave
  • 18. Why is a snow trench entrance preferred?
A) It allows for better visibility
B) It prevents animals from entering
C) It's easier to dig
D) It helps trap warm air inside
  • 19. What's the biggest danger after a snow cave collapses?
A) Dehydration
B) Hypothermia
C) Animal attacks
D) Suffocation
  • 20. What should you do if a snow cave starts to collapse?
A) Try to reinforce the structure from the inside
B) Try to dig your way out immediately
C) Start a fire to melt the snow
D) Stay calm and wait for rescue
  • 21. What is the ideal height of a snow cave interior?
A) As high as possible for maximum space
B) Low to the ground to conserve heat
C) High enough to sit up comfortably
D) It doesn't matter
  • 22. Why should you avoid using candles or lanterns inside a snow cave?
A) They can melt the snow
B) They are too bright
C) They are too heavy
D) They can produce carbon monoxide
  • 23. Before constructing a snow cave, what environmental factor is essential to consider?
A) Wind direction
B) Sunlight exposure
C) Avalanche danger
D) Presence of wildlife
  • 24. What is a 'sleeping platform' in a snow cave and what is its purpose?
A) A raised area to stay warmer
B) An area for storing equipment
C) An area for melting water
D) An area for cooking
  • 25. What is the minimum number of people recommended to be present when building a snow cave?
A) Two
B) One
C) Four
D) Three
  • 26. What is the 'candling effect' in snow and why is it dangerous?
A) Strong winds create ice pillars that can fall
B) Ice crystals weaken snowpack causing collapses
C) Snow looks like candlelight, attracting animals
D) Melting snow creates a shiny surface, blinding travelers
  • 27. What immediate sign indicates the snow is not suitable for a snow cave?
A) The snow is bright white
B) The snow is easy to dig
C) The snow is very cold
D) Cracks appearing during digging
  • 28. Why should you mark the location of your snow cave clearly?
A) To avoid damaging the environment
B) To prevent animals from entering
C) To deter other people from using it
D) To help rescuers find it
  • 29. If trapped, what sound is best to make to signal for help?
A) Whistle
B) Singing
C) Shouting
D) Banging on the walls
  • 30. After leaving your snow cave, what should you do with the entrance?
A) Collapse the entrance
B) Mark it with flags
C) Fill it with snow blocks
D) Leave it open for others
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