Survival of the Well Prepared Trivia Quiz

Answer: sturdy pole

When walking in areas with quicksand, it's best to bring a sturdy pole. Place the pole on the surface of the quicksand, then flop your back on the top of the pole. Try to get the pole under your hips, perpendicular to your spine. Once you're level, slowly make your way to harder and safer ground.

Answer: Start removing your clothing and throw it away from your body

Though I would probably feel like curling up into a ball, the best thing to do for yourself would be to start throwing your clothes away from you. The bull will usually veer towards whatever is thrown. I'm sure when you have a raging bull staring you down and your life's on the line modesty will not mean much to you at that moment.

Answer: Apply warm compresses for 10-20 minutes

You definitely should not apply hot or cold compresses or water to an affected area, as it can cause severe tissue damage. You should apply warm compresses or submerge in water that's about 100-105 degrees Fahrenheit. Petroleum jelly will help with chapping, but won't do squat for frostbite.

Answer: All of them

You could use all of these items as a signal because of their reflective surface, which of course, catches the sunlight. Other options could be foil or a small mirror.

Answer: Fight the shark

Believe it or not, but your best option is to fight back. The most sensitive points to hit are the gills and the eyes, not the nose, which is a common misconception. If you strike those areas with your fist, you have a great chance of scaring the shark away. All the other options just make you look more like shark prey.

Answer: hypothermia

Hypothermia is the number one cause of death when someone is lost in the mountains. Hypothermia is a condition where your body temperature drops below normal and it can cause extreme shivering, a difficult time talking and thinking, loss of the use of your arms and legs and ultimately your organs begin to fail and death follows if not treated quickly.

The best way to avoid this horrible death is to come prepared for the climate you're going to face and always check weather conditions beforehand. If you find yourself in danger of hypothermia the most important thing to do is to quickly find shelter and stay warm and dry.

Answer: You can touch alligator eggs as long as you're a safe distance from the mother

Never mess with an alligator's babies. These mommies are highly protective of their eggs and offspring. I think this goes for a majority of mothers out there. Mess with our babies and we'll turn on you!

Answer: set a signal fire

The most prudent thing to do first would be to set a signal fire. It's important to stay with your vehicle if that's where your emergency supplies are. You don't want to go walking through the desert with no supplies and no idea where you're going. Good things to have in your vehicle in case of emergency are tools, a five gallon jug of water, extra oil and gas, a flashlight, first aid kit and car supplies like extra fan belts and a spare tire.

Answer: slam on the brakes

Instead of slamming the brakes you should pump the brakes softly. You should regain traction by doing this. This is a frightening experience and you'll probably be pretty shaken up by it. It's okay to carefully pull over and recompose yourself before continuing on your way.

Answer: Jump into the nearest swimming pool or body of water

I once thought this was a perfectly good way to escape a swarm of bees, but alas I was dead wrong (pun intended, sorry). Common sense would tell you that the bees will just wait around until you surface and resume stinging you. You're in an even worse predicament being attacked in the water! The Africanized honeybee, or killer bee, swarms most often in the spring and fall seasons, and can chase you three times the distance of regular honeybees - scary! Well, I've learned that anything can happen to you no matter where you are, so always be prepared and know what the conditions and risks are wherever you go.