A) Watering plants to grow food. B) Cleaning clothes. C) Prioritize essential hydration needs above all else. D) Bathing regularly.
A) Approximately 1 quart (1 liter) B) Approximately 1 gallon (4 liters) C) Approximately 2 gallons (8 liters) D) Approximately 1 pint (0.5 liters)
A) Eating moist foods. B) Resting. C) Strenuous physical activity during the hottest part of the day. D) Seeking shade.
A) Wear dark, tight clothing. B) Wrap yourself in plastic. C) Wear loose, light-colored clothing. D) Wear no clothing.
A) Lick the dew off of leaves. B) Tie absorbent cloth around your ankles and walk through grassy areas at dawn. C) Leave a bucket outside overnight. D) Wait for it to rain.
A) An open bucket. B) A porous clay pot. C) A rusty metal can. D) A sealed, non-reactive container.
A) Alcohol is not palatable. B) Alcohol makes you more alert. C) Alcohol preserves water. D) Alcohol dehydrates the body.
A) Let it sit in the sun for a few hours. B) Add sugar to improve the taste. C) Drink it immediately to stay hydrated. D) Purify it through boiling, filtration, or chemical treatment.
A) Simmer the water for 5 minutes. B) Boil the water for 10 seconds. C) Bring the water to a rolling boil for at least 1 minute. D) Heat the water until it is warm.
A) Iodine tablets or bleach. B) Salt. C) Vinegar. D) Sugar.
A) Use half the recommended dose to conserve tablets. B) Chew the tablets before swallowing with water. C) Use as many tablets as possible for maximum purification. D) Follow the instructions on the packaging carefully.
A) Using a metal screen. B) Layering sand, charcoal, and cloth in a container. C) Using a sock. D) Using leaves.
A) Thick bark. B) Bright colors. C) High water content. D) Strong smell.
A) All plants taste bad. B) Some plants are poisonous and can cause dehydration or death. C) Plants have no nutritional value. D) Plants are difficult to digest.
A) Excessive sweating. B) Dizziness. C) Dark urine. D) Dry mouth.
A) To waste water freely. B) To avoid drinking water altogether. C) To consciously limit and conserve water intake. D) To drink as much water as possible.
A) Drink it immediately. B) Allow the debris to settle, then carefully pour off the clearer water. C) Stir it up to mix the debris evenly. D) Use it to wash your clothes.
A) Heating water. B) Collecting water from condensation. C) Storing water. D) Filtering water.
A) Inside a cave. B) In a shady location. C) In a sunny location with moist soil. D) On a rocky surface.
A) The taste of the water. B) The color of the water. C) The temperature of the water. D) The potential for contamination.
A) Rationing prevents water from going bad. B) The supply is finite and needs to last as long as possible. C) Rationing makes water taste better. D) Clean water is unhealthy to drink in large quantities.
A) Using a marked container or water bladder. B) Estimating based on thirst. C) Ignoring water intake. D) Drinking directly from the source.
A) Dry crackers. B) Fruits and vegetables. C) Dried meat. D) Nuts.
A) They are difficult to carry. B) They can exacerbate dehydration. C) They are bad for your teeth. D) They attract insects.
A) Downstream where it's easiest to access. B) In the middle of the stream. C) Where the water is stagnant. D) Upstream from any potential sources of contamination.
A) Plan tasks carefully and efficiently to minimize exertion. B) Take frequent breaks and drink large amounts of water. C) Rush through the task as quickly as possible. D) Avoid all tasks to conserve energy.
A) Bathing. B) Washing clothes. C) Cleaning hands and preparing food. D) Washing equipment.
A) Stimulating saliva production can relieve dry mouth and reduce thirst. B) Saliva provides nutrients. C) Saliva dehydrates the body. D) Saliva is irrelevant to hydration.
A) Sucking on a small pebble. B) Swallowing repeatedly. C) Holding your breath. D) Spitting frequently.
A) As a very last resort, if life is in imminent danger, urine can be purified and consumed, but it's far from ideal due to waste products. B) Use it to boil food. C) Drink it directly as a reliable source of hydration. D) Use it for cleaning wounds. |