A) It is bright in color.
B) It is close to the ground.
C) It readily catches a spark and sustains a flame.
D) It is heavy and dense.

A) Its location near water.
B) Its crispness and easily combustible nature.
C) Its smooth texture.
D) Its dark color.

A) On the exposed trunk facing the wind.
B) On the uppermost branches.
C) Underneath overhanging bark.
D) Near the base of the trunk touching the ground.

A) Green or freshly cut wood.
B) Birch bark.
C) Dry grasses.
D) Pine needles.

A) Try to crumble or tear it easily.
B) Shine a light through it.
C) Smell it to detect moisture.
D) Submerge it in water.

A) Oak leaves.
B) Moss.
C) Clay.
D) Birch bark.

A) Leave it in a solid chunk.
B) Fluff it up to increase surface area.
C) Soak it in gasoline.
D) Pack it tightly into a ball.

A) The center of a thick clump of dry grass.
B) A damp, shaded valley floor.
C) The underside of a fallen log.
D) Bird nests.

A) Decayed wood that can hold an ember.
B) Wood that is bright in color.
C) Living wood with a fungus.
D) Extremely hard wood.

A) Cedar bark.
B) Ash bark.
C) Maple bark.
D) Beech bark.

A) Leave it where it is until needed.
B) Scatter it around to dry further.
C) Store it in a waterproof container.
D) Bury it in the ground.

A) To build a shelter.
B) To create a signal fire.
C) To create fine, dry tinder from slightly damp wood.
D) To attract animals.

A) Feathers and dried grasses.
B) Mud and clay.
C) Small stones.
D) Pine cones.

A) Leather.
B) Cotton and linen.
C) Nylon and polyester.
D) Rubber.

A) Submerge it in water to clean it.
B) Warm it near your body.
C) Expose it to direct sunlight (if available).
D) Bury it in warm ashes.

A) Building a structure for a fire.
B) Catching a spark and smoldering.
C) Providing a bright flame.
D) Protecting other tinder from moisture.

A) Collecting dry grass from under snow.
B) Stripping bark from living trees extensively.
C) Taking down old bird nests.
D) Gathering dry leaves from protected areas.

A) Its highly flammable fibers.
B) Its ability to repel insects.
C) Its waterproof coating.
D) Its strong odor.

A) It has a unique chemical composition.
B) The burrows are usually heated.
C) Animals urinate on it.
D) Animals use it for bedding and insulation.

A) Give up on starting a fire.
B) Eat raw food instead.
C) Look for man-made materials like lint from pockets.
D) Burn your shoes.

A) Pine resin (sap).
B) Pine cones.
C) Pine branches.
D) Pine needles.

A) Dry it thoroughly and process it into a fluff.
B) Boil it in water.
C) Soak it in gasoline.
D) Eat it raw.

A) Leave no trace.
B) Destroy the surrounding area.
C) Only take it from private property.
D) Take as much as possible.

A) Tied to the outside of your pack.
B) In a waterproof bag or container.
C) Loose in your pocket.
D) Submerged in water.

A) Its tough outer shell.
B) Its ability to repel water completely.
C) Its unpleasant odor.
D) Its fine, airy structure and rapid ignition.

A) A type of birch bark.
B) A type of fungus.
C) Decayed wood.
D) Pine wood saturated with resin.

A) Dampness and density.
B) Fuzziness and dryness.
C) Light weight.
D) Flammability.

A) Pour water on the tinder.
B) Bury the tinder in the ground.
C) Throw the tinder into a large fire.
D) Apply a spark or small flame directly to the tinder.

A) Serves as a weapon.
B) Makes the tinder more flammable.
C) Protects tinder from being crushed.
D) Attracts animals.

A) To ensure you have enough for multiple attempts.
B) To make the forest more beautiful.
C) To show off your survival skills.
D) To start a large fire quickly.