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How to start a fire using a lighter - Quiz
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  • 1. What is the first step in starting a fire with a lighter?
A) Hold the lighter to the kindling until it explodes.
B) Pour gasoline on the tinder.
C) Gather tinder, kindling, and fuel wood.
D) Light the fuel wood directly.
  • 2. What is the purpose of tinder?
A) To create a large flame immediately.
B) To catch a spark easily and ignite quickly.
C) To block the wind.
D) To smolder for a long time.
  • 3. Which of these is good tinder?
A) Wet grass.
B) Rocks.
C) Dry leaves and pine needles.
D) Large branches.
  • 4. What is the purpose of kindling?
A) To provide a barrier around the fire.
B) To extinguish the tinder.
C) To create a larger flame from the tinder's initial flame.
D) To instantly create a raging inferno.
  • 5. Which of these is good kindling?
A) Small twigs and sticks.
B) Mud.
C) Large logs.
D) Green leaves.
  • 6. What is the purpose of fuel wood?
A) To smother the fire.
B) To start the fire.
C) To attract animals.
D) To sustain the fire for a longer period.
  • 7. Which of these is good fuel wood?
A) Plastic.
B) Wet, green wood.
C) Dry, seasoned wood.
D) Cardboard (unless as kindling).
  • 8. What is the best way to arrange the tinder?
A) In a small, loose pile.
B) Buried underground.
C) Scattered randomly.
D) Tightly packed together.
  • 9. How should you add kindling to the tinder?
A) Smother the tinder with kindling.
B) Soak the kindling in lighter fluid first.
C) Gently place it around the tinder, allowing for airflow.
D) Throw the kindling from a distance.
  • 10. What is the best way to hold the lighter when lighting the tinder?
A) Far away from the tinder.
B) Under the tinder.
C) Close to the tinder, shielding it from the wind if possible.
D) With the flame pointing upwards.
  • 11. What should you do if the tinder doesn't catch immediately?
A) Use a larger lighter.
B) Give up immediately.
C) Pour more fuel on it.
D) Try different tinder or adjust the position of the lighter.
  • 12. Once the kindling is burning well, what should you do?
A) Add all the fuel wood at once.
B) Let the fire burn unattended.
C) Gradually add larger pieces of fuel wood.
D) Smother the flames with dirt.
  • 13. What is the most important safety precaution when starting a fire?
A) Start a fire near dry brush.
B) Clear the area around the fire of flammable materials.
C) Start a fire in a strong wind.
D) Start a fire on a pile of leaves.
  • 14. How far away from structures should you build a fire?
A) 5 feet.
B) Right next to the structure.
C) At least 10 feet.
D) It doesn't matter.
  • 15. What should you have on hand to extinguish the fire?
A) Nothing, the rain will put it out.
B) Just a stick.
C) Gasoline.
D) Water and a shovel.
  • 16. What should you do before leaving a fire unattended?
A) Pour a little water on it and leave.
B) Cover it with dirt and leave.
C) Ensure it is completely extinguished and cold to the touch.
D) Just let it burn out on its own.
  • 17. Which of the following fire starting methods is the safest?
A) Leaving the fire unattended while you gather more firewood.
B) Using accelerants like gasoline to get the fire going quicker.
C) Building a fire directly on dry grass.
D) Using a designated fire pit or ring.
  • 18. What should you do if the fire starts to spread?
A) Hope it burns itself out.
B) Pour more fuel on it to contain it.
C) Run away and call for help later.
D) Extinguish it immediately with water or dirt.
  • 19. What is the effect of wind on a fire?
A) It makes the fire colder.
B) It can help the fire grow faster, but also spread uncontrollably.
C) It always extinguishes the fire.
D) It has no effect on the fire.
  • 20. What type of lighter is generally easiest to use for fire starting?
A) A match.
B) A broken lighter.
C) A disposable lighter with no fuel.
D) A butane lighter with an adjustable flame.
  • 21. What should you do if your lighter runs out of fuel?
A) Continue striking the empty lighter.
B) Use a backup fire-starting method, or carefully conserve remaining fuel.
C) Panic.
D) Throw the lighter into the fire.
  • 22. What does 'seasoned' wood mean?
A) Wood that has been dried out.
B) Wood that is freshly cut.
C) Wood that is green in color.
D) Wood that has been treated with spices.
  • 23. What is the 'teepee' fire structure good for?
A) Smothering the fire.
B) Creating a very large fire quickly.
C) Protecting the fire from rain (ineffective).
D) Promoting good airflow and a quick start.
  • 24. What is a good way to protect your lighter from the elements?
A) Leave it exposed to the sun.
B) Use it to hammer nails.
C) Bury it in the ground.
D) Keep it in a waterproof container or bag.
  • 25. What should you be aware of regarding local fire restrictions?
A) Assuming they are only in place during the winter.
B) Assuming they don't apply to you.
C) Ignoring them completely.
D) Understanding any burn bans or regulations in place.
  • 26. What is the 'log cabin' fire structure good for?
A) Smothering the fire quickly.
B) Creating a stable and long-lasting fire.
C) Creating a quick and hot fire.
D) Cooking food directly on the flames.
  • 27. Why is it important to practice fire starting skills?
A) To contribute to forest fires.
B) Just for fun, with no practical purpose.
C) To be prepared in survival situations.
D) To show off to friends.
  • 28. If you are using cotton balls as tinder, what is recommended to improve their flammability?
A) Freeze them overnight.
B) Soak them in water.
C) Coat them in petroleum jelly.
D) Cover them in dirt.
  • 29. What should you consider when choosing a location to start a fire outdoors?
A) The proximity to water sources and shelter from the wind.
B) The presence of wild animals.
C) How close it is to your car.
D) The availability of social media signal.
  • 30. What is the meaning of 'leave no trace' when it comes to fire building?
A) Leaving the fire burning overnight to keep animals away.
B) Making sure the area looks exactly the same as before you built the fire.
C) Throwing your trash into the fire.
D) Leaving behind all your unused firewood.
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