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