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How to build a snow cave
Contributed by: Roe
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a snow cave?
A) To provide shelter from the elements
B) To create a signal fire
C) To store food and supplies
D) To observe wildlife
  • 2. What type of snow is best for building a snow cave?
A) Powdery snow
B) Deep, consolidated snow
C) Wet snow
D) Icy snow
  • 3. What is the recommended minimum depth of snowpack for building a snow cave?
A) 2 feet
B) At least 4 feet
C) 3 feet
D) 1 foot
  • 4. Why is it important to slope the floor of a snow cave?
A) To make it easier to stand
B) To increase ventilation
C) To drain meltwater
D) To make the cave warmer
  • 5. What is the recommended tool for digging a snow cave?
A) Knife
B) Ice axe
C) Snow shovel
D) Ski pole
  • 6. Why is it important to test the snow's stability before digging?
A) To measure the snow temperature
B) To check for animal tracks
C) To prevent collapse
D) To find the easiest digging spot
  • 7. What shape is generally best for a snow cave's interior?
A) Flat-roofed
B) Dome-shaped
C) Rectangular-shaped
D) Square-shaped
  • 8. What is a 'cold sink' in a snow cave?
A) A lower area to trap cold air
B) A device to measure temperature
C) An area for storing cold food
D) A type of snow formation
  • 9. Why is ventilation crucial in a snow cave?
A) To keep the cave cool
B) To prevent carbon dioxide buildup
C) To allow smoke to escape
D) To let in natural light
  • 10. What is a common symptom of carbon dioxide poisoning?
A) Improved vision
B) Headache
C) Heightened senses
D) Increased energy
  • 11. How can you create ventilation in a snow cave?
A) Poke a hole through the roof
B) Build a fire inside
C) Place snow against the walls
D) Keep the door open
  • 12. What should you do with the snow removed from the cave?
A) Pile it away from the entrance
B) Melt it for drinking water
C) Spread it evenly around the area
D) Use it to build a wall around the entrance
  • 13. Why is it important to insulate the floor of the snow cave?
A) To keep the floor clean
B) To improve drainage
C) To make the floor more comfortable
D) To prevent heat loss to the ground
  • 14. What materials can be used for floor insulation?
A) Snow, ice, or rocks
B) Dirt or sand
C) Sleeping pad, clothing, or evergreen branches
D) Aluminum foil or plastic bags
  • 15. What should you do before going to sleep in a snow cave?
A) Remove all your clothing
B) Check the ventilation hole
C) Build a fire inside the cave
D) Have a large meal
  • 16. How often should you check the ventilation hole during the night?
A) Only if you feel sick
B) Never
C) Regularly, at least a few times
D) Once, before going to sleep
  • 17. What is a 'snow trench'?
A) A method of testing snow stability
B) A narrow entrance to the snow cave
C) A deep crack in the snow
D) A type of snow shovel
  • 18. Why is a snow trench entrance preferred?
A) It prevents animals from entering
B) It allows for better visibility
C) It helps trap warm air inside
D) It's easier to dig
  • 19. What's the biggest danger after a snow cave collapses?
A) Dehydration
B) Suffocation
C) Hypothermia
D) Animal attacks
  • 20. What should you do if a snow cave starts to collapse?
A) Start a fire to melt the snow
B) Try to dig your way out immediately
C) Stay calm and wait for rescue
D) Try to reinforce the structure from the inside
  • 21. What is the ideal height of a snow cave interior?
A) It doesn't matter
B) High enough to sit up comfortably
C) Low to the ground to conserve heat
D) As high as possible for maximum space
  • 22. Why should you avoid using candles or lanterns inside a snow cave?
A) They can melt the snow
B) They can produce carbon monoxide
C) They are too bright
D) They are too heavy
  • 23. Before constructing a snow cave, what environmental factor is essential to consider?
A) Avalanche danger
B) Wind direction
C) Presence of wildlife
D) Sunlight exposure
  • 24. What is a 'sleeping platform' in a snow cave and what is its purpose?
A) An area for cooking
B) An area for storing equipment
C) An area for melting water
D) A raised area to stay warmer
  • 25. What is the minimum number of people recommended to be present when building a snow cave?
A) Four
B) Three
C) Two
D) One
  • 26. What is the 'candling effect' in snow and why is it dangerous?
A) Strong winds create ice pillars that can fall
B) Melting snow creates a shiny surface, blinding travelers
C) Snow looks like candlelight, attracting animals
D) Ice crystals weaken snowpack causing collapses
  • 27. What immediate sign indicates the snow is not suitable for a snow cave?
A) The snow is easy to dig
B) Cracks appearing during digging
C) The snow is very cold
D) The snow is bright white
  • 28. Why should you mark the location of your snow cave clearly?
A) To help rescuers find it
B) To prevent animals from entering
C) To avoid damaging the environment
D) To deter other people from using it
  • 29. If trapped, what sound is best to make to signal for help?
A) Banging on the walls
B) Whistle
C) Shouting
D) Singing
  • 30. After leaving your snow cave, what should you do with the entrance?
A) Collapse the entrance
B) Mark it with flags
C) Leave it open for others
D) Fill it with snow blocks
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