How to start a fire using a lighter
  • 1. What is the first step in starting a fire with a lighter?
A) Hold the lighter to the kindling until it explodes.
B) Gather tinder, kindling, and fuel wood.
C) Light the fuel wood directly.
D) Pour gasoline on the tinder.
  • 2. What is the purpose of tinder?
A) To create a large flame immediately.
B) To catch a spark easily and ignite quickly.
C) To block the wind.
D) To smolder for a long time.
  • 3. Which of these is good tinder?
A) Large branches.
B) Dry leaves and pine needles.
C) Wet grass.
D) Rocks.
  • 4. What is the purpose of kindling?
A) To extinguish the tinder.
B) To instantly create a raging inferno.
C) To create a larger flame from the tinder's initial flame.
D) To provide a barrier around the fire.
  • 5. Which of these is good kindling?
A) Mud.
B) Green leaves.
C) Small twigs and sticks.
D) Large logs.
  • 6. What is the purpose of fuel wood?
A) To sustain the fire for a longer period.
B) To start the fire.
C) To smother the fire.
D) To attract animals.
  • 7. Which of these is good fuel wood?
A) Dry, seasoned wood.
B) Plastic.
C) Wet, green wood.
D) Cardboard (unless as kindling).
  • 8. What is the best way to arrange the tinder?
A) Scattered randomly.
B) Tightly packed together.
C) In a small, loose pile.
D) Buried underground.
  • 9. How should you add kindling to the tinder?
A) Soak the kindling in lighter fluid first.
B) Smother the tinder with kindling.
C) Throw the kindling from a distance.
D) Gently place it around the tinder, allowing for airflow.
  • 10. What is the best way to hold the lighter when lighting the tinder?
A) Close to the tinder, shielding it from the wind if possible.
B) Far away from the tinder.
C) With the flame pointing upwards.
D) Under the tinder.
  • 11. What should you do if the tinder doesn't catch immediately?
A) Pour more fuel on it.
B) Use a larger lighter.
C) Try different tinder or adjust the position of the lighter.
D) Give up immediately.
  • 12. Once the kindling is burning well, what should you do?
A) Add all the fuel wood at once.
B) Let the fire burn unattended.
C) Gradually add larger pieces of fuel wood.
D) Smother the flames with dirt.
  • 13. What is the most important safety precaution when starting a fire?
A) Clear the area around the fire of flammable materials.
B) Start a fire in a strong wind.
C) Start a fire on a pile of leaves.
D) Start a fire near dry brush.
  • 14. How far away from structures should you build a fire?
A) At least 10 feet.
B) 5 feet.
C) It doesn't matter.
D) Right next to the structure.
  • 15. What should you have on hand to extinguish the fire?
A) Just a stick.
B) Water and a shovel.
C) Nothing, the rain will put it out.
D) Gasoline.
  • 16. What should you do before leaving a fire unattended?
A) Cover it with dirt and leave.
B) Pour a little water on it and leave.
C) Ensure it is completely extinguished and cold to the touch.
D) Just let it burn out on its own.
  • 17. Which of the following fire starting methods is the safest?
A) Leaving the fire unattended while you gather more firewood.
B) Using a designated fire pit or ring.
C) Building a fire directly on dry grass.
D) Using accelerants like gasoline to get the fire going quicker.
  • 18. What should you do if the fire starts to spread?
A) Pour more fuel on it to contain it.
B) Hope it burns itself out.
C) Extinguish it immediately with water or dirt.
D) Run away and call for help later.
  • 19. What is the effect of wind on a fire?
A) It has no effect on the fire.
B) It can help the fire grow faster, but also spread uncontrollably.
C) It makes the fire colder.
D) It always extinguishes the fire.
  • 20. What type of lighter is generally easiest to use for fire starting?
A) A broken lighter.
B) A disposable lighter with no fuel.
C) A match.
D) A butane lighter with an adjustable flame.
  • 21. What should you do if your lighter runs out of fuel?
A) Use a backup fire-starting method, or carefully conserve remaining fuel.
B) Panic.
C) Throw the lighter into the fire.
D) Continue striking the empty lighter.
  • 22. What does 'seasoned' wood mean?
A) Wood that is green in color.
B) Wood that is freshly cut.
C) Wood that has been treated with spices.
D) Wood that has been dried out.
  • 23. What is the 'teepee' fire structure good for?
A) Creating a very large fire quickly.
B) Protecting the fire from rain (ineffective).
C) Smothering the fire.
D) Promoting good airflow and a quick start.
  • 24. What is a good way to protect your lighter from the elements?
A) Use it to hammer nails.
B) Keep it in a waterproof container or bag.
C) Bury it in the ground.
D) Leave it exposed to the sun.
  • 25. What should you be aware of regarding local fire restrictions?
A) Assuming they are only in place during the winter.
B) Assuming they don't apply to you.
C) Understanding any burn bans or regulations in place.
D) Ignoring them completely.
  • 26. What is the 'log cabin' fire structure good for?
A) Smothering the fire quickly.
B) Cooking food directly on the flames.
C) Creating a quick and hot fire.
D) Creating a stable and long-lasting fire.
  • 27. Why is it important to practice fire starting skills?
A) Just for fun, with no practical purpose.
B) To show off to friends.
C) To be prepared in survival situations.
D) To contribute to forest fires.
  • 28. If you are using cotton balls as tinder, what is recommended to improve their flammability?
A) Cover them in dirt.
B) Freeze them overnight.
C) Soak them in water.
D) Coat them in petroleum jelly.
  • 29. What should you consider when choosing a location to start a fire outdoors?
A) The proximity to water sources and shelter from the wind.
B) The availability of social media signal.
C) How close it is to your car.
D) The presence of wild animals.
  • 30. What is the meaning of 'leave no trace' when it comes to fire building?
A) Leaving the fire burning overnight to keep animals away.
B) Throwing your trash into the fire.
C) Leaving behind all your unused firewood.
D) Making sure the area looks exactly the same as before you built the fire.
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