How to hunt small game with minimal tools
  • 1. What is the most important factor when selecting a snare location?
A) Sunlight exposure
B) Animal tracks and trails
C) Proximity to water
D) Shelter from the wind
  • 2. A figure-four trap is primarily designed to catch what?
A) Birds
B) Rabbits
C) Squirrels
D) Small rodents
  • 3. What is the primary risk when consuming wild game without proper preparation?
A) Parasites and bacteria
B) Vitamin deficiency
C) Allergic reactions
D) Overdose of protein
  • 4. What type of wood is best for friction fire starting?
A) Green, soft wood
B) Dry, soft wood
C) Wet, hard wood
D) Resinous wood
  • 5. Which of these is NOT a common material for making cordage in the wild?
A) Animal sinew
B) Plant stems
C) Pine needles
D) Inner bark
  • 6. What is the purpose of a 'throwing stick'?
A) To start fires
B) To dig holes
C) To stun or kill small animals
D) To signal for help
  • 7. What is a 'deadfall' trap?
A) A trap that shoots an arrow
B) A trap that suffocates the animal
C) A trap using a falling weight
D) A trap that snares the leg
  • 8. Why is it important to camouflage snares and traps?
A) To prevent theft
B) To mark their location
C) To protect them from the weather
D) To avoid detection by animals
  • 9. What is the 'rule of sevens' when prioritizing survival needs?
A) 7 minutes without air, 7 seconds without blood, 7 weeks without water, 7 days without food
B) 7 days without air, 7 hours without blood, 7 days without food, 7 weeks without water
C) 7 seconds without food, 7 minutes without water, 7 hours without air, 7 days without blood
D) 7 seconds without air, 7 minutes without blood, 7 days without water, 7 weeks without food
  • 10. Which of these is the LEAST reliable method for purifying water?
A) Boiling
B) Using a cloth filter
C) Using a solar still
D) Chemical treatment
  • 11. What is the best time of day to check snares and traps?
A) Any time is fine
B) Midday
C) Early morning and late evening
D) Only once per day
  • 12. What is the main advantage of using small snares?
A) They are more humane
B) They are easier to conceal
C) They catch larger animals
D) They are stronger
  • 13. Why is it important to know local regulations regarding hunting and trapping?
A) To avoid legal penalties
B) To find the best hunting spots
C) To impress other hunters
D) To learn survival skills
  • 14. Which part of a rabbit is LEAST safe to eat due to potential parasites?
A) The back
B) The heart
C) The liver
D) The legs
  • 15. What is 'gutting' an animal?
A) Preserving the hide
B) Skinning the animal
C) Removing the internal organs
D) Cooking the meat
  • 16. How can you test if a plant is safe to eat (small amount)?
A) Boil the plant
B) Watch animals eat it
C) Smell the plant
D) Rub a small amount on your inner wrist
  • 17. What is the best angle to throw a throwing stick for maximum distance?
A) 90 degrees
B) Parallel to the ground
C) 45 degrees
D) 10 degrees
  • 18. What is the purpose of a 'paiute deadfall'?
A) To store food
B) To trap birds in flight
C) To trap small ground animals
D) To provide shelter
  • 19. Why is it important to carry a sharp knife?
A) For cutting, carving, and defense
B) To signal for help
C) To impress other survivalists
D) To start fires more easily
  • 20. What is the best type of natural shelter for a short-term stay?
A) Treehouse
B) Igloo
C) Lean-to shelter
D) Underground bunker
  • 21. Which of the following is most important when building a fire?
A) Strong smoke
B) Bright flames
C) Large logs
D) Adequate ventilation
  • 22. What is a 'tinder bundle' used for?
A) To insulate a shelter
B) To attract animals
C) To carry water
D) To catch a spark and start a flame
  • 23. What is the danger of using green wood in a fire?
A) It burns too quickly
B) It produces more smoke and less heat
C) It attracts insects
D) It explodes
  • 24. Which is the least dangerous way to store food in the wild?
A) Hanging it from a tree branch
B) Near your sleeping area
C) Leaving it in a shelter
D) Burying it in the ground
  • 25. How can you create a rudimentary fishing line?
A) Using spider webs
B) Using plant fibers twisted together
C) Melting plastic
D) Using hair
  • 26. What is the primary advantage of using snares over traps?
A) Snares are lighter and easier to carry
B) Traps are more humane
C) Snares are more effective
D) Traps are easier to set
  • 27. Why is it important to minimize your scent when hunting?
A) To attract prey
B) To blend in with the environment
C) To avoid alerting animals
D) To protect yourself from insects
  • 28. Which of these is NOT a sign of an animal trail?
A) Smooth rocks
B) Droppings
C) Tracks
D) Disturbed vegetation
  • 29. What is the most important consideration when choosing a campsite?
A) Proximity to food
B) Scenic view
C) Availability of firewood
D) Safety from hazards
  • 30. What is the purpose of 'leaving no trace'?
A) Marking territory
B) Hiding from predators
C) Attracting animals
D) Minimizing environmental impact
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