A) Start running in a random direction.
B) Stop and stay calm.
C) Climb the nearest tree for a better view.
D) Yell for help immediately.

A) To signal for help using your tracks.
B) To retrace your steps to a known location.
C) To create a new path through the wilderness.
D) To hide from potential dangers.

A) Carefully observe your surroundings and identify landmarks.
B) Destroy any tracks you might have made.
C) Drink all the water you have left.
D) Build a shelter immediately.

A) Constantly scan your surroundings while moving slowly.
B) Only look forward to follow your footprints.
C) Focus solely on your GPS device.
D) Close your eyes to concentrate on your memory.

A) They will attract wild animals.
B) They serve as memory cues to confirm you're on the right path.
C) They are irrelevant to backtracking successfully.
D) They will distract you from finding a new route.

A) Take the left path automatically.
B) Take the right path automatically.
C) Carefully examine each path for signs of your previous passage.
D) Choose the path that looks the most appealing.

A) A large boulder with visible scratches.
B) A stream crossing with a pile of stones.
C) A perfectly smooth, unmarked rock.
D) A distinctive tree with a unique shape.

A) Continue forward regardless.
B) Return to your last known point and re-evaluate.
C) Guess and hope for the best.
D) Start digging a hole.

A) Carve your initials into trees.
B) Leave permanent paint markings.
C) Don't mark it at all.
D) Use small, temporary markers like twigs or stones.

A) It's completely irrelevant; just follow your footprints.
B) It will automatically guide you; no need to think.
C) It can be misleading, so ignore it.
D) It helps you recall details and landmarks from your original journey.

A) Energy conservation is only important for long journeys.
B) Backtracking can be physically demanding and take time.
C) You can easily replenish energy in the wilderness.
D) Energy expenditure doesn't affect decision-making.

A) Throw rocks at the animal.
B) Remain calm, slowly back away, and avoid direct eye contact.
C) Play dead immediately.
D) Run away as fast as you can.

A) It's a sign of weakness and should be avoided.
B) It attracts unwanted attention.
C) It increases your chances of returning to safety or familiar territory.
D) It's a waste of time and energy.

A) Positive affirmations like 'I can do this' or 'I'm making progress'.
B) 'There's no point in trying'.
C) 'I'm completely lost and doomed'.
D) 'I'm better off staying here'.

A) When you get bored with backtracking.
B) When you feel tired.
C) When it starts to rain.
D) When backtracking becomes too dangerous or physically impossible.

A) Understanding your physical and mental capabilities and not exceeding them.
B) Always giving up easily.
C) Believing you have no limitations.
D) Assuming you are always capable of anything.

A) Dark clothing to stay warm.
B) Camouflage clothing to blend in.
C) Heavy clothing for protection.
D) Brightly colored clothing to enhance visibility.

A) Dehydration is not a concern.
B) To prevent dehydration which impacts decision making and physical abilities.
C) Water is easy to find.
D) It only matters if you are in the desert.

A) A completely unmarked path.
B) A hidden pathway.
C) A pre-planned route to safety.
D) A route only animals can use.

A) They can help maintain direction and relate your position to known landmarks.
B) They are useless in the woods.
C) They attract dangerous animals.
D) They automatically lead you home.

A) Keep walking until you find something familiar.
B) Stay put and try to signal for help.
C) Follow any animal trail.
D) Head downhill, as water sources are often there.

A) Search and Rescue
B) Survival and Recovery
C) Safety and Regulations
D) Sudden Animal Response

A) Time is irrelevant when lost.
B) To estimate how much daylight remains for backtracking.
C) Knowing the time will attract help.
D) Knowing the time will help you find food.

A) Each person should go their own way to cover more ground.
B) Argue about whose fault it is.
C) Stay together and coordinate your backtracking efforts.
D) The strongest person should go ahead and scout.

A) Purify it before drinking.
B) Ignore it; you might get sick.
C) Use it to wash your clothes.
D) Drink as much as you can immediately.

A) To entertain yourself.
B) To measure the wind speed.
C) To signal for help effectively.
D) To scare away animals.

A) Injuries never happen in the wilderness.
B) You can always find a doctor in the wilderness.
C) First aid is unnecessary in the wilderness.
D) To treat injuries that may occur while backtracking or navigating.

A) Eating a triangular-shaped snack.
B) Using two or more known landmarks to determine your location on a map.
C) Drawing triangles on the ground.
D) Climbing three trees simultaneously.

A) Eat 3 times a day, sleep 3 hours, walk 3 miles.
B) 3 signaling fires, 3 whistle blasts, 3 landmarks.
C) 3 steps forward, 3 steps back, 3 steps to the side.
D) You can survive 3 minutes without air, 3 days without water, and 3 weeks without food.

A) It has no effect on survival outcomes.
B) It can magically solve all your problems.
C) It's only useful if you're already in a good mood.
D) It helps you stay focused, motivated, and make better decisions under pressure.