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