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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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