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How to build an A-frame shelter
Contributed by: Roe
  • 1. What is the most important factor to consider when choosing a location for your A-frame shelter?
A) Elevation
B) Proximity to resources
C) Flat ground
D) Scenic view
  • 2. What is the primary function of an A-frame shelter?
A) Social gathering
B) Protection from the elements
C) Food storage
D) Signaling for help
  • 3. What is generally the first step in building an A-frame?
A) Gathering thatching material
B) Digging a foundation
C) Finding two sturdy support poles
D) Constructing a fire pit
  • 4. What is the ideal angle for the 'A' in an A-frame shelter?
A) Around 45-60 degrees
B) Around 30 degrees
C) Around 90 degrees
D) Around 120 degrees
  • 5. What type of binding material is best for securing the frame?
A) Strong vines or cordage
B) Loose soil
C) Dry leaves
D) Sand
  • 6. What is the purpose of thatching the A-frame?
A) To add structural support
B) To camouflage the shelter
C) To provide insulation and waterproofing
D) To attract animals
  • 7. Which of these materials is NOT suitable for thatching?
A) Pine needles
B) Grass
C) Large leaves
D) Smooth rocks
  • 8. How should thatching materials be applied to the frame?
A) In vertical strips
B) Randomly, to ensure complete coverage
C) From bottom to top, overlapping each layer
D) From top to bottom, in a single layer
  • 9. What is a ridgepole?
A) A pole used for signaling
B) A horizontal pole connecting the top of the A-frame
C) A vertical pole supporting the entrance
D) A pole used for hanging food
  • 10. Why is it important to leave a small opening at the top of the A-frame?
A) For ventilation
B) For animal entry
C) For rain collection
D) For stargazing
  • 11. What should you do to reinforce the base of the A-frame?
A) Secure it with rocks or additional supports
B) Leave it exposed for ventilation
C) Cover it with mud
D) Pour water around it
  • 12. Which is the best way to waterproof the A-frame if you lack tarps?
A) Apply layers of overlapping thatching
B) Cover it with sand
C) Leave it open to dry out
D) Cover with dry twigs
  • 13. What is a potential fire hazard near an A-frame shelter?
A) Large rocks
B) Dry thatching material
C) Wet ground
D) Green leaves
  • 14. Why is it important to clear the area around the shelter?
A) To prevent the spread of fire and deter pests
B) To attract animals for hunting
C) To improve the view
D) To create a more comfortable living space
  • 15. What should you consider when positioning the A-frame entrance?
A) Facing downhill
B) Facing away from prevailing winds
C) Facing towards the rising sun
D) Facing towards a water source
  • 16. What tool is most helpful for cutting poles and branches?
A) A saw or hatchet
B) Your hands
C) A shovel
D) A rake
  • 17. What is a good way to create a door for an A-frame?
A) Stack rocks across the entrance
B) Hang a blanket or hide
C) Leave the entrance open
D) Build a solid wooden door
  • 18. What is the best way to insulate the floor of the A-frame?
A) Leaving it bare
B) Covering it with mud
C) Pouring water on it
D) Covering it with leaves, pine needles, or grass
  • 19. If using branches for the A-frame, what type is strongest?
A) Rotting branches
B) Dry, dead branches
C) Brittle branches
D) Green, living branches
  • 20. What is the purpose of a debris bed inside the shelter?
A) Firewood storage
B) Water collection
C) Insulation and comfort
D) Food storage
  • 21. How can you improve the stability of the A-frame in windy conditions?
A) Leaving gaps in the thatching
B) Building a fire next to it
C) Angling the shelter into the wind
D) Building the shelter taller
  • 22. What is the most sustainable approach to building an A-Frame?
A) Using fallen branches and natural resources.
B) Importing materials from a store.
C) Using synthetic materials whenever possible.
D) Cutting down trees for construction.
  • 23. What is the role of crossbeams in A-frame construction?
A) To block sunlight.
B) Adding structural support and stability.
C) A place to hang tools.
D) Purely decorative purpose.
  • 24. What is a potential disadvantage of an A-frame shelter?
A) Poor insulation
B) Difficult construction
C) Limited headroom near the edges
D) High visibility
  • 25. What size should an A-frame be?
A) Large enough for the number of occupants.
B) It doesn't matter the size.
C) As large as possible to store gear.
D) Always small to conserve materials.
  • 26. What can be used to secure the door covering, such as a blanket?
A) Glue
B) Nails
C) Staples
D) Vines or cordage
  • 27. Why should you avoid building your shelter in a low-lying area?
A) Risk of flooding
B) Too many insects
C) Lack of sunlight
D) Poor view
  • 28. What safety precaution should you take when using a sharp tool?
A) Wear gloves only if you want to.
B) Cut away from your body.
C) Hold the wood in your lap.
D) Cut towards your body.
  • 29. How can you create a smoke escape in an A-frame if you plan on having a fire?
A) Use a lot of wet wood to minimize smoke.
B) Never have a fire inside the shelter.
C) Build the fire right next to the door.
D) Leave an opening at the top near the ridge.
  • 30. What is the last step to do before occupying the A-frame?
A) Start a large fire inside
B) Invite all the forest animals inside
C) Thoroughly inspect the structural integrity
D) Leave it to cure for 1 week
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