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Survival Flashcards

1
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What does the S stand for in SURVIVAL?

A

Size up the situation

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What does the U stand for in SURVIVAL?

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Use all of your sense

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What does the R stand for in SURVIVAL?

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Remember where you are

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What does the V stand for in SURVIVAL?

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Vanquish all fear and panic

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What does the I stand for in SURVIVAL?

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Improvise

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What does the V stand for in SURVIVAL?

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Value living

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What does the A stand for in SURVIVAL?

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Act like the natives

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8
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What does the L stand for in SURVIVAL?

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Live by your wits, but for now learn basic skills

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9
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What FM covers Survival?

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FM 3-05.70

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10
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What would your reaction be to an overhead flare at night?

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Immediately crouch or lie down, stop all movement and close one eye to keep night vision in one while scanning with the other

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11
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What is a “Rally Point”?

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An area where a platoon or section moves when is has become dipersed

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12
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What should you avoid when seeking shelter?

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Avoid using existing building or shelters

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13
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What are the five factors for selecting a hide site when evading the enemy?

A

BLISS

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14
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What is the most important need in a survival situation?

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Water

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15
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What is the High-crawl used for?

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When concealment if good but enemy fire prevents you from getting up

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16
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When you have been firing from one position, what should you do before you move?

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Roll or crawl a short distance from your position before moving

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17
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In order to maintain your heath, what rules must you follow?

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Prevent dehydration
Eat sufficient food
Maintain personal hygene

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18
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What is the Low-crawl used for?

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To move through places where concealment is limited and enemy fire prevents you from getting up

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19
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What are the 9 common senses of Dehydration?

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Dark urine with a very strong odor
Dark, Sunken eyes
Low urine output
Fatigue
Loss of skin elasticity
Emotional instability
Thirst
"Trench line" down center of tongue
Delayed capillary refill in the fingernail beds
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What would your reaction be to an overhead flare?

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Immediately crouch or lie down and stop all movement

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21
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What is Scanning

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Focusing your attention to an object without looking directly at it

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22
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What is “Dead Space”?

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An area that cannot be fired upon within a weapons sector

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23
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What is the depth of a hasty fighting position?

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18-20 in deep

24
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What are a few types of stresses that you could be exposed to in a Survival setting?

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Injury, Illness, Death
Uncertainty lack of control
Environment
Hunger and thirst
Fatigue
Isolation
25
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Why should you only drink milk from green coconuts rather than ripe mature coconuts?

A

Ripe coconuts have an oil that acts as a laxative

26
Q

What heat effects must be considered in an arid area?

A

Direct sun
Reflective heat gain
Conductive heat gain
Hot blowing winds

27
Q

What are some methods of improving the taste of wild plants?

A

Soaking
Boiling
Cooking
Leaching

28
Q

What are some of the difficulties in operating in arid areas?

A

Difficulty finding food water and shelter
Physical demands of movement
Difficult land navigation
Limited cover and conceilment

29
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What are the basic rules for water consumption in an arid area?

A

At temps below 100 drink one pint per hour

At temps above 100 drink one quart per hour

30
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What are some of the natural reactions / emotions you are likely to experience in a survival situation?

A 
Fear
Anxiety
Anger
Frustration
Depression
Loneliness
Boredom
Guilt
31
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What are a few of the common signs of distress you may find in yourself or fellow soldiers you may find when faced with too much stress?

A 
Difficulty making decisions 
Angry outbursts
Forgetfulness
Low energy levels
Constant worrying
Propensity for mistakes
Thoughts about death or suicide
Trouble getting along with others
Withdrawal from others
32
Q

Do we need STRESS?

A

Yes but in moderation

33
Q

What is Stress?

A

Reaction to pressure. It is a name given to the physiological response to environmental, mental, emotional, and physical stimuli.

34
Q

Name 4 crucial factors in staying healthy

A

Having adequate food
Good personal hygiene
Getting adequate rest
Keeping your immunizations up to date

35
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In any situation, cleanliness is an important factor in preventing infection and disease. It becomes even more important in a survival situation. Poor hygiene can reduce your chances of survival. What are some key areas to focus on to maintain good personal hygiene?

A 
Keep you hands clean
Keep your hair clean
Clothing clean
Teeth clean
take care of your feet
Get sufficient rest
36
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Is it always safe to eat and drink what the animals eat and drink?

A

No some animals are able to eat and drink something that may be harmful to humans

37
Q

What does the B in BLISS stand for

A

Blends in with the surroundings

38
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What does the L in BLISS stand for

A

Low in silhouette

39
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What does the I in BLISS stand for

A

Irregular in shape

40
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What does the S in BLISS stand for

A

Small in size and secluded

41
Q

What is a hole up area?

A

After hiding for several days it is an area where you can recuperate and get or prepare food

42
Q

What is a recon patrols mission

A

To provide accurate information on the enemy and terrain

43
Q

When is it more feasible to treavel while in a survival situation

A

At night

44
Q

When should an evader attempt to contact friendly troops once near

A

When there is enough light to be identified by the friendly forces

45
Q

What are the three types of operation orders

A

Warning Order
Fragmentation order
Operational Order

46
Q

What are the five types to a combat order

A 
Situation
Mission
Execution
Support
Command and Control
47
Q

When marching on roads during daylight what is the recommended distance between soldiers?

A

2-5 meters between soldiers
50 meters between platoons
100 meters between companies

48
Q

When marching on roads during nighttime what is the recommended distance between soldiers?

A

1-3 meters between soldiers
25 meters between platoons
50 meters between companies

49
Q

When constructing a defensive position as a platoon of squad, what should the rest of the platoon of squad be doing

A

Providing security

50
Q

What is a patrol

A

Operation conducted to gather mission critical information

51
Q

What is “manually supporting fire”

A

When weapons are placed in support of neighboring fighting positions

52
Q

What are the three types of movement techniques used in combat

A

High Crawl
Low Crawl
Rush

53
Q

When marching, what is the distance that should be covered during the night on a road or cross country

A

Road 3.2 kilometers per hour

Cross country 1.6 kilometers per hour

54
Q

When marching, what is the distance that should be covered during daylight hours

A

4 kilometers per hour road

2.4 kilometers per hour cross country

55
Q

How long does it take to develop night vision

A

30 minutes

56
Q

What formation is normally used during tactical road march

A

column of two one on each side of the road

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