SAMPLE ANSWERS

Modern Tools

• What tools would you pack for a hiking trip? Why?
  • I’d pack a map, compass, and flashlight because they help you navigate and stay safe at night.
  • I’d bring a multi-tool, a water bottle, and a portable charger for my phone.
• What would you do if your phone battery died while trying to find your way? How would you navigate without it?
  • I’d look for natural landmarks like rivers or hills and try to figure out the direction using the sun.
  • I’d stop and wait until I could see a trail marker or ask someone for help.
• Why is it important to download offline maps before going on a trip?
  • Because you might not have internet or phone signal, and you still need to know where you are.
  • Offline maps help you navigate even in remote areas where GPS still works but the internet doesn’t.
• Have you ever been in a situation where your phone wasn’t working? How did you handle it?
  • Once my phone died on a long trip, and I had to ask for directions to find my way.
  • I was hiking, and there was no signal, so I just followed the trail markers until I got back.
• Imagine you are lost, and you have a map but no compass. How would you figure out where you are?
  • I’d use natural landmarks, like a river or mountain, to match with the map.
  • I’d look at the sun’s direction to figure out where east and west are.

Designing Shelters

• What do you think is the most important part of a survival shelter: safety, comfort, or space? Why?
  • Safety is the most important because a shelter should protect you from rain, cold, or animals.
  • Comfort is important too because if you’re uncomfortable, you might not rest well and stay healthy.
• If you were designing a shelter, how would you divide the space for sleeping, cooking, and storing supplies?
  • I’d keep sleeping and storage separate from cooking, so smoke and food smells don’t bother me.
  • I’d make the sleeping area the biggest and use a corner for cooking and a small spot for supplies.
• If you had to build a shelter with only three tools, what would you choose and why?
  • I’d choose a knife, rope, and tarp because they can be used for cutting, tying, and covering.
    I’d pick a saw, hammer, and nails to build something strong and long-lasting.
• If you had to design your own shelter, what materials would you use from your surroundings?
  • I’d use large tree branches for the frame and leaves for the roof to keep out rain.
  • I’d use rocks to build walls and wood from fallen trees for the roof.

Managing Resources

• Imagine being in a survival situation. How would you decide what to eat, where to sleep, and what to avoid?
  • I’d look for fruits or plants I know are safe, sleep under a tree for shade, and avoid areas with snakes or sharp rocks.
  • I’d fish near a river for food, find a dry and flat spot to sleep, and stay away from cliffs or dark caves.
• How would you decide what tools or supplies to bring if you were going on an outdoor adventure?
  • I’d bring things that are lightweight and multi-purpose, like a Swiss Army knife and a water bottle.
  • I’d pack based on the environment—extra water for the desert or warm clothes for the mountains.
• If you had to ration your food and water for a long trip, how would you plan it?
  • I’d divide my food into small portions for each day and only drink water when I’m really thirsty.
  • I’d eat only twice a day and save extra water for the hottest part of the day.
• Imagine you have a limited amount of food and water. How would you make it last during a survival situation?
  • I’d ration it by eating and drinking small amounts regularly instead of all at once.
  • I’d save it for when I’m really hungry or thirsty and look for natural sources in the meantime.
• Why is it important to plan your route and destination before starting an adventure?
  • So you don’t waste time or energy going the wrong way.
  • It helps you avoid dangerous areas and stay safe while traveling.
• If you find an obstacle like a fallen tree or flooded path, what would you do?
  • I’d look for a way around it and try not to damage the environment while passing.
  • I’d stop and think about whether it’s safe to cross or if I should turn back.