Avalanche Awareness Quiz

What is a slab avalanche?

• A small snowball rolling down a hill

• A large chunk of snow breaking off and sliding down

• Snow falling gently from the sky

• Snow melting due to warm weather

Which type of avalanche is most common?

• Rock avalanche

• Snow avalanche

• Mud avalanche

• Ice avalanche

What role does the shape of the land play in avalanches?

• Steep slopes make it easier for snow to slide

• Flat land increases avalanche risk

• Hills stop avalanches from forming

• Valleys prevent avalanches

How can sudden warm weather affect avalanches?

• It makes snow lighter and less likely to slide

• It has no effect on avalanches

• It causes snow to melt and become heavier

• It prevents snow from accumulating

How does climate change influence avalanches?

• It creates weak layers in the snow

• It reduces the number of avalanches

• It has no impact on avalanches

• It stabilizes the snowpack

What is a key sign of potential avalanche danger?

• Flat terrain

• Recent avalanche tracks

• Sunny weather

• Dense forest

What should you do if caught in an avalanche?

• Dig a hole

• Stand still

• Move to the side and swim to the surface

• Run uphill

What is the purpose of an avalanche beacon?

• To predict weather changes

• To measure snow depth

• To prevent avalanches

• To locate buried individuals

How do avalanche dogs assist in rescues?

• By barking loudly to alert rescuers

• By carrying rescue equipment

• By digging through snow

• By sniffing out buried individuals

What is a method used to prevent avalanches?

• Using snowplows

• Building snowmen

• Controlled explosions

• Planting trees