Survival Skills and Equipment

Survival Skills and Equipment

Assessment

Interactive Video

Life Skills, Science, Other

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

FREE Resource

The video tutorial covers essential survival items for outdoor adventures. It begins with emergency food rations and a fire-starting device, emphasizing their importance in survival situations. The instructor then discusses a synthetic sleeping bag suitable for cold weather and fishing gear for food procurement. Various tools, including knives and an axe, are highlighted for their versatility in cooking, water sterilization, and wood gathering. The video also covers the use of cordage for shelter building and a pruning saw for high-reach tasks. Finally, the instructor talks about the potential use of a bow and the challenges of being alone in the wilderness.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of carrying emergency food rations?

To feed wild animals

To have a backup during food shortages

To trade with other survivors

To use as bait for fishing

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is a fire-starting device considered a key survival item?

It can be used to signal for help

It helps in cooking and warmth

It can be used as a weapon

It is a source of entertainment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the advantage of using a synthetic sleeping bag in cold weather?

It is cheaper than other options

It is waterproof

It provides better insulation

It is lighter than other types

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can fishing gear be useful in a survival situation?

It can be used as a weapon

It can be used to catch fish for food

It can be used to build a shelter

It can be used to start a fire

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the uses of an axe in the wilderness?

To dig for water

To cut firewood

To signal for help

To catch fish

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is cordage important in a survival scenario?

For making clothes

For starting a fire

For building snares and shelters

For cooking food