How to climb a mountain
  • 1. What is the most important factor to consider before climbing a mountain?
A) Type of boots
B) Number of snacks
C) Brand of backpack
D) Weather conditions
  • 2. What is altitude sickness primarily caused by?
A) Exposure to UV rays
B) Dehydration
C) Extreme cold
D) Lower oxygen levels
  • 3. What is the best way to prevent altitude sickness?
A) Running faster
B) Eating more sugar
C) Holding your breath
D) Acclimatization
  • 4. What type of clothing is most suitable for mountain climbing?
A) Denim jeans
B) Layered clothing
C) Cotton clothing
D) Single thick layer
  • 5. Which of these is an essential piece of navigation equipment?
A) Headphones
B) Novel
C) Compass
D) Playing cards
  • 6. What is the primary purpose of trekking poles?
A) Stability and reducing joint stress
B) Measuring snow depth
C) Attracting wildlife
D) Signaling for help
  • 7. What is the most important thing to tell someone before you go climbing?
A) How much money you're taking
B) What snacks you packed
C) What music you'll be listening to
D) Your planned route and return time
  • 8. How much water should you aim to drink while climbing?
A) Enough to stay hydrated
B) One sip per hour
C) As little as possible to save weight
D) Only when you feel thirsty
  • 9. Which of the following is a sign of hypothermia?
A) Red face
B) Increased energy
C) Shivering
D) Sweating
  • 10. What is the proper way to descend a steep slope?
A) Turning your back to the slope
B) Running down as fast as possible
C) Facing the slope and moving slowly
D) Jumping down
  • 11. What is a crevasse?
A) A small mountain stream
B) A specific type of climbing boot
C) A type of climbing knot
D) A deep crack in a glacier
  • 12. What is the purpose of using crampons?
A) To make you taller
B) To protect your feet from the cold
C) To provide traction on ice and snow
D) To scare away animals
  • 13. What is the 'buddy system' in mountain climbing?
A) Sharing all your food with your partner
B) Letting your partner carry all your gear
C) Competing against your partner to reach the summit first
D) Climbing with a partner and looking out for each other
  • 14. What type of food is best for providing sustained energy?
A) Empty calories
B) Complex carbohydrates
C) Fried foods
D) Simple sugars
  • 15. What is the primary danger of a whiteout?
A) Attacks from wild animals
B) Increased sun exposure
C) Falling rocks
D) Loss of visibility and disorientation
  • 16. Which of these is an important skill for mountain climbing?
A) Cooking
B) Dancing
C) Singing
D) First aid
  • 17. What is the best way to deal with frostbite?
A) Warm the affected area slowly
B) Ignore it until you get back down
C) Apply direct heat
D) Rub the affected area vigorously
  • 18. What is the meaning of 'Leave No Trace'?
A) Minimize your impact on the environment
B) Leave a small gift for future climbers
C) Hide your tracks
D) Leave all your trash behind
  • 19. What is the most common cause of mountain climbing accidents?
A) Human error
B) Equipment failure
C) Sudden avalanches
D) Animal attacks
  • 20. When planning a climb, what resources should you consult?
A) Weather forecasts, guidebooks, and local experts
B) Old wives' tales
C) Social media posts
D) Only your intuition
  • 21. Why is a map and compass crucial even with GPS?
A) GPS devices can fail or lose signal
B) Maps are more fashionable
C) GPS is heavier to carry
D) Compasses never need batteries
  • 22. What is a good way to test if you're acclimatizing properly?
A) Monitor your heart rate and breathing
B) Check how fast you can run
C) See how much weight you can lift
D) Count how many snacks you eat
  • 23. What is the purpose of a climbing helmet?
A) Keeping your head warm
B) Looking stylish
C) Attracting attention
D) Protecting your head from falling rocks and impact
  • 24. What is a belay device used for?
A) Cooking food
B) Cutting the rope
C) Sharpening knives
D) Controlling the rope to protect a climber from falling
  • 25. What is the definition of a summit?
A) A type of climbing rope
B) A mountain shelter
C) The highest point of a mountain
D) A climbing technique
  • 26. What does the term 'exposure' refer to in mountain climbing?
A) The amount of sunlight
B) The feeling of being in a precarious position with a steep drop below
C) The number of insects
D) The level of humidity
  • 27. What is the best action to take if a thunderstorm approaches while you're climbing?
A) Lie flat on the ground
B) Continue climbing to reach the summit faster
C) Seek shelter under a tall tree
D) Descend immediately to a lower elevation
  • 28. What should you do if you encounter an injured climber?
A) Assess the situation, provide first aid, and call for help if possible
B) Leave them to fend for themselves
C) Take their belongings
D) Ignore them and continue climbing
  • 29. What is the best approach to take when encountering difficult terrain?
A) Give up and turn back
B) Pretend it's not there
C) Assess the risks, plan your route carefully, and proceed cautiously
D) Charge through without thinking
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