1.
Why was the group taking a trip in the first place?
Correct Answer
C. For a Rugby tournament
Explanation
The group was taking a trip for a Rugby tournament.
2.
What mountain region did the plane crash into?
Correct Answer
B. The Andes mountains
Explanation
The correct answer is the Andes mountains. The question asks about the mountain region where the plane crash occurred. Out of the given options, the Andes mountains is the most likely answer as it is a well-known mountain range in South America and has been the site of several plane crashes in the past. The other options, such as the Appalachian mountains, Mount Everest, and the Smokey mountains, are not typically associated with plane crashes.
3.
What does the group first eat to survive on?
Correct Answer
D. Both a and c
Explanation
The group first eats both wine and chocolate to survive. Wine can provide some hydration and calories, while chocolate can provide some sustenance and energy. By consuming both, the group can get some essential nutrients and boost their chances of survival in a challenging situation.
4.
When the group runs out of food (food from the previous question) what do they eat?
Correct Answer
B. Dead human bodies
Explanation
The group eats dead human bodies when they run out of food. This suggests that in desperate situations, they resort to cannibalism as a means of survival.
5.
What does the group use as a birthday candle to sing "Happy Birthday" with?
Correct Answer
C. Cigarette
Explanation
The group uses a cigarette as a birthday candle to sing "Happy Birthday".
6.
When a plane flies overhead, what does a plane do to signal it has seen the group?
Correct Answer
A. It tips its wings
Explanation
When a plane flies overhead, it may tip its wings as a way to signal that it has seen the group. This is a common practice among pilots to acknowledge the presence of people on the ground. By tilting the wings, the plane creates a noticeable change in its orientation, indicating its acknowledgment and greeting. This gesture is often seen during airshows or special events where pilots interact with spectators.
7.
How does the first group of climbers make it back to the crash site after the first time they try to hike?
Correct Answer
B. They sled back
Explanation
The first group of climbers makes it back to the crash site by sledging back. This means that they use sleds to travel back to the crash site instead of hiking or using a helicopter.
8.
How many days was the group stranded for?
Correct Answer
C. 70-80 days
Explanation
The correct answer is 70-80 days. This suggests that the group was stranded for a significant period of time, between two to three months. This duration implies that the group faced challenges and difficulties during their time of being stranded, as surviving for such a long period in an unfamiliar or hostile environment would be challenging.
9.
What food item does the group always joke about?
Correct Answer
C. Pizza
Explanation
The group always jokes about pizza because it is a popular and widely loved food item. It is often associated with casual gatherings and social events, making it a common topic for jokes and light-hearted banter among friends.
10.
Being in extreme cold weather conditions puts you at risk for what?
Correct Answer
A. Hypothermia
Explanation
Being in extreme cold weather conditions puts you at risk for hypothermia. Hypothermia occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce, leading to a dangerously low body temperature. Symptoms include shivering, confusion, drowsiness, and loss of coordination. If left untreated, hypothermia can be life-threatening.
11.
List at least 3 items that the group used to survive:
12.
If you were in this situation, what would you do to survive? Explain how and why.
13.
What are some signs and symptoms of frostbite?
14.
List and describe 3 reasons why it is difficult for the rugby players to climb the mountain.
15.
If you were going on a 3 day cold weather mountain hike, what would you bring and why? (List and describe why you would bring these items. You must list at least 5 items.