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