A) Yell for help immediately.
B) Stop and stay calm.
C) Start running in a random direction.
D) Climb the nearest tree for a better view.

A) To signal for help using your tracks.
B) To create a new path through the wilderness.
C) To hide from potential dangers.
D) To retrace your steps to a known location.

A) Destroy any tracks you might have made.
B) Carefully observe your surroundings and identify landmarks.
C) Drink all the water you have left.
D) Build a shelter immediately.

A) Constantly scan your surroundings while moving slowly.
B) Only look forward to follow your footprints.
C) Close your eyes to concentrate on your memory.
D) Focus solely on your GPS device.

A) They serve as memory cues to confirm you're on the right path.
B) They will distract you from finding a new route.
C) They will attract wild animals.
D) They are irrelevant to backtracking successfully.

A) Choose the path that looks the most appealing.
B) Carefully examine each path for signs of your previous passage.
C) Take the right path automatically.
D) Take the left path automatically.

A) A stream crossing with a pile of stones.
B) A large boulder with visible scratches.
C) A perfectly smooth, unmarked rock.
D) A distinctive tree with a unique shape.

A) Start digging a hole.
B) Return to your last known point and re-evaluate.
C) Guess and hope for the best.
D) Continue forward regardless.

A) Use small, temporary markers like twigs or stones.
B) Carve your initials into trees.
C) Don't mark it at all.
D) Leave permanent paint markings.

A) It will automatically guide you; no need to think.
B) It can be misleading, so ignore it.
C) It's completely irrelevant; just follow your footprints.
D) It helps you recall details and landmarks from your original journey.

A) Energy expenditure doesn't affect decision-making.
B) You can easily replenish energy in the wilderness.
C) Energy conservation is only important for long journeys.
D) Backtracking can be physically demanding and take time.

A) Remain calm, slowly back away, and avoid direct eye contact.
B) Throw rocks at the animal.
C) Run away as fast as you can.
D) Play dead immediately.

A) It attracts unwanted attention.
B) It increases your chances of returning to safety or familiar territory.
C) It's a waste of time and energy.
D) It's a sign of weakness and should be avoided.

A) 'I'm completely lost and doomed'.
B) 'There's no point in trying'.
C) Positive affirmations like 'I can do this' or 'I'm making progress'.
D) 'I'm better off staying here'.

A) When you get bored with backtracking.
B) When it starts to rain.
C) When you feel tired.
D) When backtracking becomes too dangerous or physically impossible.

A) Always giving up easily.
B) Believing you have no limitations.
C) Assuming you are always capable of anything.
D) Understanding your physical and mental capabilities and not exceeding them.

A) Camouflage clothing to blend in.
B) Brightly colored clothing to enhance visibility.
C) Heavy clothing for protection.
D) Dark clothing to stay warm.

A) Dehydration is not a concern.
B) It only matters if you are in the desert.
C) Water is easy to find.
D) To prevent dehydration which impacts decision making and physical abilities.

A) A pre-planned route to safety.
B) A route only animals can use.
C) A hidden pathway.
D) A completely unmarked path.

A) They attract dangerous animals.
B) They are useless in the woods.
C) They can help maintain direction and relate your position to known landmarks.
D) They automatically lead you home.

A) Keep walking until you find something familiar.
B) Stay put and try to signal for help.
C) Follow any animal trail.
D) Head downhill, as water sources are often there.

A) Search and Rescue
B) Safety and Regulations
C) Sudden Animal Response
D) Survival and Recovery

A) Time is irrelevant when lost.
B) Knowing the time will attract help.
C) To estimate how much daylight remains for backtracking.
D) Knowing the time will help you find food.

A) Each person should go their own way to cover more ground.
B) Stay together and coordinate your backtracking efforts.
C) The strongest person should go ahead and scout.
D) Argue about whose fault it is.

A) Ignore it; you might get sick.
B) Use it to wash your clothes.
C) Purify it before drinking.
D) Drink as much as you can immediately.

A) To measure the wind speed.
B) To entertain yourself.
C) To signal for help effectively.
D) To scare away animals.

A) You can always find a doctor in the wilderness.
B) Injuries never happen in the wilderness.
C) First aid is unnecessary in the wilderness.
D) To treat injuries that may occur while backtracking or navigating.

A) Eating a triangular-shaped snack.
B) Using two or more known landmarks to determine your location on a map.
C) Climbing three trees simultaneously.
D) Drawing triangles on the ground.

A) You can survive 3 minutes without air, 3 days without water, and 3 weeks without food.
B) Eat 3 times a day, sleep 3 hours, walk 3 miles.
C) 3 steps forward, 3 steps back, 3 steps to the side.
D) 3 signaling fires, 3 whistle blasts, 3 landmarks.

A) It's only useful if you're already in a good mood.
B) It can magically solve all your problems.
C) It helps you stay focused, motivated, and make better decisions under pressure.
D) It has no effect on survival outcomes.