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The document provides guidelines for safe practices in mountaineering and hiking, emphasizing the importance of proper actions during adverse weather, injury management, and navigation skills. Key recommendations include descending to safer elevations during storms, resting and elevating injuries, and using essential equipment like an ice axe. It also highlights the significance of carrying enough food and water, learning etiquette, and assessing personal health limitations before hiking.

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The document provides guidelines for safe practices in mountaineering and hiking, emphasizing the importance of proper actions during adverse weather, injury management, and navigation skills. Key recommendations include descending to safer elevations during storms, resting and elevating injuries, and using essential equipment like an ice axe. It also highlights the significance of carrying enough food and water, learning etiquette, and assessing personal health limitations before hiking.

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Your group is halfway through a challenging mountain ascent

when the weather suddenly changes. Dark clouds roll in, the wind
picks up significantly, and you hear distant thunder. What is the
SAFEST course of action?
A. Continue the ascent quickly to reach the summit before the storm
hits.
B. Find the nearest cave or rock overhang for shelter and wait out the
storm.
C. Erect your tents and wait for the storm to pass before deciding what to
do.
D. Immediately descend to a lower, safer elevation, being mindful of the
changing conditions.
ANSWER
D. Immediately descend to a lower, safer
elevation, being mindful of the changing
conditions.
You are on a day hike when a member of your group slips
and falls on a rocky section of the trail. They complain of
severe pain in their ankle and cannot put any weight on it.
There is noticeable swelling but no open wounds. What is
the MOST appropriate immediate action?
A. Help them walk back to the trailhead slowly.
B. Apply a tight bandage to the ankle and continue the hike.
C. Give them pain medication from your first-aid kit and wait for the pain
to subside.
D. Have them rest, elevate the ankle, and assess if you can safely splint
it and assist them out or if you need to call for help.
ANSWER
D. Have them rest, elevate the ankle, and
assess if you can safely splint it and
assist them out or if you need to call for
help.
A member of your hiking group starts shivering
uncontrollably, even though the temperature is not
extremely cold. They seem disoriented and are
slurring their words. What condition might they be
experiencing?
A. Altitude sickness B. Dehydration
C. Heatstroke D. Hypothermia
ANSWER
D. Hypothermia
Which piece of equipment is essential
for self-arrest on a snow or ice slope?
A. Climbing helmet B. Headlamp
C. Ice axe D. Trekking poles
ANSWER
C. Ice axe
What is the importance of proper
navigation skills in mountaineering?
A. To find the best views
B. To impress other climbers
C. To stay on route and avoid getting lost
D. To collect interesting geological
samples
ANSWER
To stay on route and
avoid getting lost
What is the primary function of a
mountaineering helmet?
A. To attach a headlamp
B. To keep your head warm
C. To improve visibility in snowy conditions
D. To protect your head from falling ice and
rock
ANSWER
To protect your head
from falling ice and rock
He is the famous British mountaineer who
participated in the early attempts by British
climbers to reach the summit of Mount Everest, the
highest mountain in the world.
A. Edmund Hillary
B. George Leigh Mallory
C. Juerg P. Marmet
D. Jessica Soho
ANSWER
George Leigh Mallory
It is the sport or hobby or profession of
walking, hiking, and climbing up mountains.
A. Mountaineering
B. Trekking
C. Hiking
D. Climbing
ANSWER
Mountaineering
Which hazards Every rock mountain is
slowly disintegrating due to erosion, the
process being especially rapid above the
snow-line.
A. Altitude B. Falls from rocks
C. Falling rocks D. Weather
ANSWER
Falling rocks
Which hazards the skill of a rock climber is
shown by his choice of handhold and
foothold, and his adhesion to those he has
chosen.
A. Altitude B. Falls from rocks
C. Falling rocks D. Weather
ANSWER
Falls from rocks
Which hazards Rapid ascents can lead to
altitude sickness. The best (and most
effective) cure is to descend immediately.
A. Altitude B. Falls from rocks
C. Falling rocks D. Weather
ANSWER
Altitude
One of the "DO'S" emphasizes the
importance of carrying:
A. Lightweight gear B. Enough food
C. Extra clothing layers D. A detailed map
ANSWER
Enough food
To ensure safe drinking water, the
lesson recommends bringing a:
A. Flask B. Large water bottle
C. Sugary drink D. Water purifier
ANSWER
Water purifier
Interacting respectfully with others on the
mountain is covered under which "DO"?
A. Do acclimatize B. Do turn around
C. Do learn etiquette D. Do your research
ANSWER
Do learn etiquette
Mountaineering is described as a
continuous activity that tests the body's:
A. Speed B. Strength
C. Endurance D. Agility
ANSWER
Endurance
According to the lesson, hiking is
generally considered an activity of what
difficulty level?
A. Easy B. Moderate
C. Strenuous D. Very Difficult
ANSWER
Moderate
It is an activity of moderate difficulty that
involves walking across long distances,
generally on trails or paths.
A. Mountaineering B. Trekking
C. Hiking D. Climbing
ANSWER
Hiking
According to the lesson, is hiking
associated with shorter or longer
programs?
A. Shorter programs
B. Longer programs
C. Both shorter and longer programs equally
D. Neither shorter nor longer programs
ANSWER
Shorter programs
What type of clothing is emphasized for a
successful hiking experience?
A. Formal wear
B. The proper clothing
C. Heavy winter coats regardless of weather
D. Minimal clothing for freedom of movement
ANSWER
The proper clothing
What should you do regarding personal
health limitations before a hike, according
to the lesson?
A. Keep them private
B. Notify your Hike Leader
C. Try to push through them
D. Assume they won't be an issue
ANSWER
Notify your Hike Leader
What should you follow along with
permitted areas and warnings on the
map?
A. Other hikers
B. The map
C. Your instincts
D. Social media directions
ANSWER
The Map
What is the first safety tip mentioned after
planning your hike well?
A. Take frequent breaks
B. Stick to the plan
C. Hike with a large group
D. Bring a lot of water
ANSWER
Stick to the plan
Which of the following is listed as a risk or
hazard of the hiking trail?
A. Hikers getting lost
B. Feeling too energetic
C. Unexpectedly beautiful scenery
D. Encountering friendly animals
ANSWER
Hikers getting lost
What should you always check before
heading out on a hike?
A. The stock market
B. Your email inbox
C. The weather forecast
D. Your social media notifications
ANSWER
The weather forecast
What should you honestly assess before
choosing a hiking route?
A. Your fitness level
B. The opinions of others
C. The latest hiking gear
D. The number of likes you'll get on social
media
ANSWER
Your fitness level
Besides the amount you think you'll need,
how much extra food and water should you
carry?
A. Exactly the amount you plan to consume
B. Slightly less than you think you'll need
C. More food and water than you need
D. Only enough for emergencies
ANSWER
More food and water
than you need
Which of the following is NOT listed as one of
the ten essential pieces of hiking
equipment?
A. Map
B. Compass
C. A good book to read
D. Spare warm clothing
ANSWER
A good book to read
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