- 1. Bushcraft is a set of skills and knowledge that focuses on thriving in the outdoors through utilizing natural resources and the environment. It involves learning how to build shelters, make fires, find and purify water, navigate using natural landmarks, forage for food, and craft tools and implements from natural materials. Bushcraft emphasizes self-reliance, sustainability, and the importance of understanding and respecting the natural world.
What is the 'Leave No Trace' principle in bushcraft?
A) Build permanent structures everywhere
B) Minimize impact on the environment
C) Cut down as many trees as possible
D) Always leave trash behind
- 2. Which type of shelter is commonly built in bushcraft for protection from the elements?
A) Tent
B) Igloo
C) Glass house
D) Lean-to
- 3. Which navigation tool is often recommended for use in bushcraft?
A) Smartphone
B) TV remote control
C) Compass
D) Car keys
- 4. Who is known for pioneering the concept of bushcraft and wilderness survival skills?
A) Ray Mears
B) Elon Musk
C) Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson
D) Martha Stewart
- 5. What is the best way to prevent hypothermia in a wilderness survival situation according to bushcraft principles?
A) Take off all your clothes
B) Build a shelter and start a fire
C) Drink ice-cold water
D) Jump in a freezing river
- 6. In bushcraft, what is the purpose of using a signal mirror?
A) Applying makeup
B) Signaling for rescue
C) Taking selfies
D) Shaving
- 7. What is the recommended way to handle a knife in bushcraft?
A) Always cut away from your body
B) Throw it at trees for fun
C) Wave it around recklessly
D) Use it as a toothpick
- 8. What should you do if you encounter wildlife in the wilderness during bushcraft activities?
A) Start singing loudly
B) Chase after them for a photo
C) Respect their space and slowly back away
D) Try to pet them
- 9. In bushcraft, what is the term for a small fire built for cooking and warmth?
A) Hurricane
B) Tsunami
C) Campfire
D) Avalanche
- 10. Which knot is often used in bushcraft for securing objects like tarps or shelters?
A) Twist tie
B) Shoelace knot
C) Taut-line hitch
D) Hair tie knot
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