How to use moss and plant growth as directional cues

1. What side of a tree trunk does moss typically prefer in the Northern Hemisphere?

A) West
B) East
C) South
D) North

2. Why does moss prefer the north side of trees in the Northern Hemisphere?

A) More direct sunlight
B) Higher temperature
C) Less direct sunlight
D) Stronger winds

3. In the Southern Hemisphere, what side of a tree does moss typically prefer?

A) North
B) West
C) East
D) South

4. What is the primary factor influencing moss distribution?

A) Soil type
B) Moisture
C) Animal activity
D) Elevation

5. How can the presence of longer, denser growth indicate a specific direction?

A) More available water
B) Less nutrients
C) More sunlight
D) More wind protection

6. What type of slope typically holds more moisture, promoting moss growth?

A) North-facing slope (N. Hemisphere)
B) South-facing slope (N. Hemisphere)
C) East-facing slope
D) West-facing slope

7. Which type of environment would discourage moss growth?

A) Shady, moist areas
B) Dry, exposed areas
C) Areas near streams
D) Areas with dense tree cover

8. What plant feature is most useful for determining sun exposure?

A) Root depth
B) Bark thickness
C) Leaf orientation
D) Flower color

9. How does tree leaning relate to direction?

A) Leans away from sunlight
B) Leans towards sunlight
C) Leans towards prevailing winds
D) Leans away from prevailing winds

10. What does stunted growth on one side of a plant potentially indicate?

A) Abundant sunlight
B) Fertile soil
C) Close proximity to water
D) Prevailing wind direction

11. Why are younger trees not as reliable indicators?

A) They are more resistant to environmental factors
B) They have deeper root systems
C) They attract more moss
D) Growth patterns are still developing

12. What does a 'flag tree' (branches only on one side) indicate?

A) Soil composition
B) Direction of sunlight
C) Direction of strong prevailing winds
D) Proximity to water

13. What might elongated or stretched plant stems indicate?

A) Protection from wind
B) Search for sunlight
C) Abundant water
D) Nutrient-rich soil

14. On an isolated tree, which side typically has denser branching?

A) The side facing prevailing winds
B) The side facing uphill
C) The side facing away from the sun
D) The side facing the most sunlight

15. What is the term for plants that grow on other plants?

A) Parasites
B) Epiphytes
C) Saprophytes
D) Autotrophs

16. How can you use lichen as a directional cue?

A) Always grows on the sunniest side.
B) Indicates soil acidity.
C) Similar to moss, favors moisture.
D) Attracts specific insects.

17. If a tree is growing towards an opening in the canopy, what does it indicate?

A) Direction of prevailing wind
B) Direction of water source
C) Direction of fertile soil
D) Direction of sunlight

18. What is a key limitation when using plant growth as a directional guide?

A) All plants respond the same way
B) Plants are always perfectly aligned
C) Local variations in microclimate
D) Trees never fall

19. Why is knowing cardinal direction useful to directional navigation?

A) Having the ability to read maps
B) The knowledge of survival techniques in wilderness
C) The ability to find your way around with a compass
D) Directional Navigation is not impacted

20. What is the effect of too much sunshine?

A) Too much rain
B) Too much moss
C) Dryness
D) The tree will die

21. Why do you need to study all the plants in one location?

A) Study what they eat
B) Memorize their names
C) Know how to grow them
D) Look for patterns

22. In the wilderness, what are two of the most important things?

A) Flashlight and a book
B) Sunscreen and bug spray
C) Food and water
D) GPS and phone

23. If the bark of a tree is very thick, what can that mean?

A) It grows in a dry climate
B) It is diseased
C) It grows in a wet climate
D) It is a very old tree

24. Where is most of the oxygen created?

A) Plants
B) The core of the Earth
C) The Sun
D) Water

25. What part of the tree is best used to determine age?

A) The bark
B) The rings
C) The leaves
D) The branches

26. Besides trees, what else can you use to determine direction?

A) The ground
B) Lakes
C) Rocks
D) Air

27. Can you use tree sap as a sign of direction?

A) No
B) Yes
C) If it is in the sun
D) If it is under water

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