How to start a fire using a lighter
  • 1. What is the first step in starting a fire with a lighter?
A) Light the fuel wood directly.
B) Gather tinder, kindling, and fuel wood.
C) Hold the lighter to the kindling until it explodes.
D) Pour gasoline on the tinder.
  • 2. What is the purpose of tinder?
A) To create a large flame immediately.
B) To smolder for a long time.
C) To catch a spark easily and ignite quickly.
D) To block the wind.
  • 3. Which of these is good tinder?
A) Dry leaves and pine needles.
B) Wet grass.
C) Rocks.
D) Large branches.
  • 4. What is the purpose of kindling?
A) To instantly create a raging inferno.
B) To create a larger flame from the tinder's initial flame.
C) To provide a barrier around the fire.
D) To extinguish the tinder.
  • 5. Which of these is good kindling?
A) Small twigs and sticks.
B) Green leaves.
C) Large logs.
D) Mud.
  • 6. What is the purpose of fuel wood?
A) To sustain the fire for a longer period.
B) To attract animals.
C) To start the fire.
D) To smother the fire.
  • 7. Which of these is good fuel wood?
A) Plastic.
B) Cardboard (unless as kindling).
C) Wet, green wood.
D) Dry, seasoned wood.
  • 8. What is the best way to arrange the tinder?
A) Buried underground.
B) Tightly packed together.
C) In a small, loose pile.
D) Scattered randomly.
  • 9. How should you add kindling to the tinder?
A) Smother the tinder with kindling.
B) Soak the kindling in lighter fluid first.
C) Throw the kindling from a distance.
D) Gently place it around the tinder, allowing for airflow.
  • 10. What is the best way to hold the lighter when lighting the tinder?
A) Far away from the tinder.
B) Under the tinder.
C) With the flame pointing upwards.
D) Close to the tinder, shielding it from the wind if possible.
  • 11. What should you do if the tinder doesn't catch immediately?
A) Use a larger lighter.
B) Give up immediately.
C) Pour more fuel on it.
D) Try different tinder or adjust the position of the lighter.
  • 12. Once the kindling is burning well, what should you do?
A) Gradually add larger pieces of fuel wood.
B) Let the fire burn unattended.
C) Smother the flames with dirt.
D) Add all the fuel wood at once.
  • 13. What is the most important safety precaution when starting a fire?
A) Start a fire in a strong wind.
B) Start a fire near dry brush.
C) Clear the area around the fire of flammable materials.
D) Start a fire on a pile of leaves.
  • 14. How far away from structures should you build a fire?
A) Right next to the structure.
B) It doesn't matter.
C) At least 10 feet.
D) 5 feet.
  • 15. What should you have on hand to extinguish the fire?
A) Nothing, the rain will put it out.
B) Gasoline.
C) Water and a shovel.
D) Just a stick.
  • 16. What should you do before leaving a fire unattended?
A) Cover it with dirt and leave.
B) Just let it burn out on its own.
C) Pour a little water on it and leave.
D) Ensure it is completely extinguished and cold to the touch.
  • 17. Which of the following fire starting methods is the safest?
A) Building a fire directly on dry grass.
B) Leaving the fire unattended while you gather more firewood.
C) Using a designated fire pit or ring.
D) Using accelerants like gasoline to get the fire going quicker.
  • 18. What should you do if the fire starts to spread?
A) Pour more fuel on it to contain it.
B) Extinguish it immediately with water or dirt.
C) Hope it burns itself out.
D) Run away and call for help later.
  • 19. What is the effect of wind on a fire?
A) It makes the fire colder.
B) It can help the fire grow faster, but also spread uncontrollably.
C) It has no effect on the fire.
D) It always extinguishes the fire.
  • 20. What type of lighter is generally easiest to use for fire starting?
A) A match.
B) A broken lighter.
C) A disposable lighter with no fuel.
D) A butane lighter with an adjustable flame.
  • 21. What should you do if your lighter runs out of fuel?
A) Throw the lighter into the fire.
B) Panic.
C) Use a backup fire-starting method, or carefully conserve remaining fuel.
D) Continue striking the empty lighter.
  • 22. What does 'seasoned' wood mean?
A) Wood that is green in color.
B) Wood that has been dried out.
C) Wood that is freshly cut.
D) Wood that has been treated with spices.
  • 23. What is the 'teepee' fire structure good for?
A) Smothering the fire.
B) Creating a very large fire quickly.
C) Promoting good airflow and a quick start.
D) Protecting the fire from rain (ineffective).
  • 24. What is a good way to protect your lighter from the elements?
A) Bury it in the ground.
B) Use it to hammer nails.
C) Keep it in a waterproof container or bag.
D) Leave it exposed to the sun.
  • 25. What should you be aware of regarding local fire restrictions?
A) Assuming they don't apply to you.
B) Ignoring them completely.
C) Understanding any burn bans or regulations in place.
D) Assuming they are only in place during the winter.
  • 26. What is the 'log cabin' fire structure good for?
A) Creating a stable and long-lasting fire.
B) Cooking food directly on the flames.
C) Creating a quick and hot fire.
D) Smothering the fire quickly.
  • 27. Why is it important to practice fire starting skills?
A) To show off to friends.
B) Just for fun, with no practical purpose.
C) To be prepared in survival situations.
D) To contribute to forest fires.
  • 28. If you are using cotton balls as tinder, what is recommended to improve their flammability?
A) Coat them in petroleum jelly.
B) Cover them in dirt.
C) Soak them in water.
D) Freeze them overnight.
  • 29. What should you consider when choosing a location to start a fire outdoors?
A) The proximity to water sources and shelter from the wind.
B) The availability of social media signal.
C) How close it is to your car.
D) The presence of wild animals.
  • 30. What is the meaning of 'leave no trace' when it comes to fire building?
A) Leaving the fire burning overnight to keep animals away.
B) Throwing your trash into the fire.
C) Leaving behind all your unused firewood.
D) Making sure the area looks exactly the same as before you built the fire.
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