How to build an A-frame shelter
  • 1. What is the most important factor to consider when choosing a location for your A-frame shelter?
A) Elevation
B) Flat ground
C) Proximity to resources
D) Scenic view
  • 2. What is the primary function of an A-frame shelter?
A) Food storage
B) Social gathering
C) Protection from the elements
D) Signaling for help
  • 3. What is generally the first step in building an A-frame?
A) Constructing a fire pit
B) Gathering thatching material
C) Finding two sturdy support poles
D) Digging a foundation
  • 4. What is the ideal angle for the 'A' in an A-frame shelter?
A) Around 120 degrees
B) Around 90 degrees
C) Around 45-60 degrees
D) Around 30 degrees
  • 5. What type of binding material is best for securing the frame?
A) Loose soil
B) Sand
C) Strong vines or cordage
D) Dry leaves
  • 6. What is the purpose of thatching the A-frame?
A) To attract animals
B) To provide insulation and waterproofing
C) To add structural support
D) To camouflage the shelter
  • 7. Which of these materials is NOT suitable for thatching?
A) Smooth rocks
B) Pine needles
C) Grass
D) Large leaves
  • 8. How should thatching materials be applied to the frame?
A) In vertical strips
B) From bottom to top, overlapping each layer
C) Randomly, to ensure complete coverage
D) From top to bottom, in a single layer
  • 9. What is a ridgepole?
A) A vertical pole supporting the entrance
B) A horizontal pole connecting the top of the A-frame
C) A pole used for hanging food
D) A pole used for signaling
  • 10. Why is it important to leave a small opening at the top of the A-frame?
A) For ventilation
B) For stargazing
C) For rain collection
D) For animal entry
  • 11. What should you do to reinforce the base of the A-frame?
A) Pour water around it
B) Secure it with rocks or additional supports
C) Leave it exposed for ventilation
D) Cover it with mud
  • 12. Which is the best way to waterproof the A-frame if you lack tarps?
A) Apply layers of overlapping thatching
B) Leave it open to dry out
C) Cover with dry twigs
D) Cover it with sand
  • 13. What is a potential fire hazard near an A-frame shelter?
A) Large rocks
B) Wet ground
C) Green leaves
D) Dry thatching material
  • 14. Why is it important to clear the area around the shelter?
A) To prevent the spread of fire and deter pests
B) To create a more comfortable living space
C) To improve the view
D) To attract animals for hunting
  • 15. What should you consider when positioning the A-frame entrance?
A) Facing downhill
B) Facing away from prevailing winds
C) Facing towards a water source
D) Facing towards the rising sun
  • 16. What tool is most helpful for cutting poles and branches?
A) Your hands
B) A saw or hatchet
C) A rake
D) A shovel
  • 17. What is a good way to create a door for an A-frame?
A) Hang a blanket or hide
B) Stack rocks across the entrance
C) Leave the entrance open
D) Build a solid wooden door
  • 18. What is the best way to insulate the floor of the A-frame?
A) Covering it with leaves, pine needles, or grass
B) Covering it with mud
C) Leaving it bare
D) Pouring water on it
  • 19. If using branches for the A-frame, what type is strongest?
A) Rotting branches
B) Green, living branches
C) Dry, dead branches
D) Brittle branches
  • 20. What is the purpose of a debris bed inside the shelter?
A) Water collection
B) Insulation and comfort
C) Firewood storage
D) Food storage
  • 21. How can you improve the stability of the A-frame in windy conditions?
A) Leaving gaps in the thatching
B) Building a fire next to it
C) Angling the shelter into the wind
D) Building the shelter taller
  • 22. What is the most sustainable approach to building an A-Frame?
A) Using fallen branches and natural resources.
B) Importing materials from a store.
C) Using synthetic materials whenever possible.
D) Cutting down trees for construction.
  • 23. What is the role of crossbeams in A-frame construction?
A) Purely decorative purpose.
B) To block sunlight.
C) Adding structural support and stability.
D) A place to hang tools.
  • 24. What is a potential disadvantage of an A-frame shelter?
A) High visibility
B) Limited headroom near the edges
C) Difficult construction
D) Poor insulation
  • 25. What size should an A-frame be?
A) Always small to conserve materials.
B) Large enough for the number of occupants.
C) As large as possible to store gear.
D) It doesn't matter the size.
  • 26. What can be used to secure the door covering, such as a blanket?
A) Glue
B) Vines or cordage
C) Staples
D) Nails
  • 27. Why should you avoid building your shelter in a low-lying area?
A) Too many insects
B) Lack of sunlight
C) Risk of flooding
D) Poor view
  • 28. What safety precaution should you take when using a sharp tool?
A) Cut away from your body.
B) Cut towards your body.
C) Wear gloves only if you want to.
D) Hold the wood in your lap.
  • 29. How can you create a smoke escape in an A-frame if you plan on having a fire?
A) Build the fire right next to the door.
B) Use a lot of wet wood to minimize smoke.
C) Never have a fire inside the shelter.
D) Leave an opening at the top near the ridge.
  • 30. What is the last step to do before occupying the A-frame?
A) Thoroughly inspect the structural integrity
B) Leave it to cure for 1 week
C) Start a large fire inside
D) Invite all the forest animals inside
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