A) To entertain yourself in the wilderness.
B) To scare animals away from your camp.
C) To decorate the forest with interesting structures.
D) To capture or kill an animal for food or survival.

A) A very large loop to accommodate any size animal.
B) Brightly colored materials to attract animals.
C) A trigger mechanism that quickly closes the noose.
D) Burying the entire snare under the ground.

A) To add extra strength to the trap.
B) To conceal the trap and make it blend into the environment.
C) To make the trap resistant to weather.
D) To make the trap easier for humans to find.

A) Large game like deer or elk.
B) Birds in flight.
C) Fish in a stream.
D) Small to medium-sized mammals.

A) Animals prefer the taste of natural fibers.
B) They are readily available in the wilderness.
C) They are always easier to work with.
D) They are stronger than metal wires.

A) A square knot.
B) A clove hitch.
C) A slip knot.
D) A bowline knot.

A) To provide the animal with a final meal.
B) To lure the animal into the trap's trigger zone.
C) To strengthen the structure of the trap.
D) To mark the location of the trap.

A) Setting traps close to your campsite for easy monitoring.
B) Using the largest and strongest materials available, regardless of need.
C) Marking the trap location clearly to avoid accidental triggering.
D) Setting traps in areas frequently used by humans.

A) The pole used to carry trapped animals.
B) A tool for digging holes to bury snares.
C) A bent sapling that provides the force to tighten the snare.
D) The pole used to prop up a deadfall trap.

A) To attract animals with a shiny object.
B) To provide shelter from the rain.
C) To make the trap more visible.
D) To release the weight and cause the trap to collapse.

A) Areas with dense undergrowth.
B) Areas near water sources, regardless of animal presence.
C) Open fields with good visibility.
D) Animal trails and runways.

A) To check traps regularly to minimize suffering.
B) To set as many traps as possible to maximize chances of success.
C) To use poisons and other harmful substances in traps.
D) To leave traps unattended for extended periods of time.

A) To prevent the animal from pulling the snare back towards itself.
B) To protect the snare from the elements.
C) To make the snare more visible.
D) To add weight to the snare.

A) A heavy weight (rock or log).
B) A trigger stick.
C) A metal spring.
D) A bait stick.

A) To avoid injury from sharp edges.
B) To prevent the trigger from rusting.
C) To maintain the sharpness of the trigger.
D) To avoid leaving human scent that could deter animals.

A) To provide support for the snare.
B) To direct the animal's path into the snare loop.
C) To mark the location of the snare for humans.
D) To attract animals with its unique shape.

A) The loop is closed and the backing is pulled taut.
B) The bait is gone, but the snare is untouched.
C) The snare is covered in fresh leaves.
D) The spring pole is bent in the opposite direction.

A) Ignoring local regulations and setting traps wherever you want.
B) Setting the trap in the most remote location possible.
C) Ensuring the snare or weight applies sufficient pressure.
D) Using the most expensive and elaborate materials.

A) The line used to measure the size of the snare loop.
B) The line used to camouflage the snare.
C) The line used to trigger the snare from a distance.
D) The length of cord connecting the noose to an anchor point.

A) Soft, sandy soil.
B) Frozen ground, as it's difficult to set stakes.
C) Damp, loamy soil.
D) Rocky terrain.

A) It can make the snare stronger.
B) It can help camouflage the trap.
C) It can automatically trigger the snare.
D) It can carry human scent away from the trap.

A) To humanely dispatch the animal as quickly as possible.
B) To prevent the animal from being able to see the snare.
C) To add an extra element of danger to the trap.
D) To help the trap blend in with the surrounding environment.

A) A snare or trap placed within a small enclosure or den.
B) A collection of different types of snares.
C) A trap designed to look like a small house.
D) A set of snares designed for capturing cubs.

A) Take pictures of the animal to document your success.
B) Approach cautiously and ensure the animal is dispatched humanely.
C) Leave the animal in the snare until you need it.
D) Immediately transport the animal back to your camp.

A) Trapping laws vary by location and can have serious penalties.
B) It's not important - survival justifies all actions.
C) Illegal traps are always more effective.
D) Legal traps are more difficult to build.

A) Strong fishing line.
B) Natural plant fibers.
C) Wire that kinks easily, as it can weaken and break.
D) Thin braided nylon cord.

A) Only read about trapping in books.
B) Research, practice, and learn from experienced trappers.
C) Experiment randomly in the wilderness.
D) Immediately start setting traps without any prior knowledge.

A) To make the snare more difficult for humans to accidentally trigger.
B) To ensure the noose catches the animal around the neck for a quick kill.
C) To make the snare easier to camouflage.
D) To prevent the animal from seeing the snare.

A) Keep it anyway, as it's better than nothing.
B) Ignore it and hope it escapes.
C) Release it unharmed, if possible, or dispatch it humanely.
D) Leave it in the snare to attract more animals.

A) A piece of bait used to lure the animal.
B) A weight or branch the animal pulls, preventing it from running far.
C) A type of camouflage used to conceal the snare.
D) A tool used to dig a hole for the snare.