DofE Quiz 24

Question 1

Which of these is a requirement for the Expedition section?

Accepted Answer

Carrying all your equipment

Question 2

What type of activities can be done for the Physical section?

Accepted Answer

Going to the gym

Question 3

Why is it important to pack a spare set of clothes during an expedition?

Accepted Answer

To change into if your current clothes get too wet

Question 4

Countryside Code: What does the principle of 'leave no trace' entail?

Accepted Answer

To leave no evidence that you have camped in a place

Question 5

Map Reading: What do these green diamond symbols mean?

Accepted Answer

Recreational route or path

Question 6

If you come across a closed gate while walking in the countryside, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Leave it as you found it

Question 7

What is the correct treatment for a sprained ankle?

Accepted Answer

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation (RICE)

Question 8

Which charity works to protect the UK’s coastline and marine environment?

Accepted Answer

Marine Conservation Society

Question 9

True or False: You can use a compass to find your exact location without a map.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 10

What is the purpose of the Skills section?

Accepted Answer

To develop a new or existing ability

Question 11

Why is it important to get the tent pitched first when you arrive at camp?

Accepted Answer

In case of bad weather

Question 12

What is the minimum age to start a Bronze Award?

Accepted Answer

14

Question 13

What is the first step you should take when treating a casualty?

Accepted Answer

Check for danger

Question 14

True or False: The Residential section is part of the Bronze Award.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 15

What is the scale of a typical expedition map?

Accepted Answer

1:25,000, 1:50,000

Question 16

What is the main purpose of the charity Mountain Rescue England and Wales?

Accepted Answer

To provide emergency search and rescue services in mountainous areas

Question 17

Where would you find Yr Wyddfa?

Accepted Answer

Wales

Question 18

True or False: North on a compass indicates magnetic north.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 19

Risk Awareness: How can you make sure everyone achieves the DofE Award?

Accepted Answer

Working as a team

Question 20

Which of these is the tallest mountain in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Ben Nevis

Question 21

Which of the following is the best material for a base layer during a DofE expedition?

Accepted Answer

Polyester/ Synthetic materials, Wool

Question 22

Map Reading: What does this symbol mean?

Accepted Answer

Youth Hostel

Question 23

Which British charity focuses on conserving and restoring the countryside and creating green spaces for communities?

Accepted Answer

National Trust

Question 24

What is the best way to treat a minor burn?

Accepted Answer

Cool it with running water

Question 25

How do you orient a map?

Accepted Answer

By aligning the map's north with the compass north

Question 26

Why is it important to avoid wearing cotton clothing during a DofE expedition?

Accepted Answer

It absorbs moisture and dries slowly, causing discomfort.

Question 27

What does CPR stand for?

Accepted Answer

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation

Question 28

How long must the volunteering section be completed for at Bronze level?

Accepted Answer

3 months

Question 29

What is the primary purpose of a mid-layer in your clothing system?

Accepted Answer

To provide warmth

Question 30

What is the purpose of pacing in navigation?

Accepted Answer

To measure distance

Question 31

What is the main aim of the DofE Award?

Accepted Answer

To challenge young people

Question 32

Who earned the title 'Mr DofE' after our first practise walk?

Accepted Answer

The one who likes watches?, Brody, The Brodemister, This guy

Question 33

First Aid: To contact Mountain Rescue you should?

Accepted Answer

Call 99 and 112, ask for the Police, then ask for Mountain Rescue

Question 34

True or False: You must complete the Bronze Award before attempting Silver.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 35

What is the most important item to pack for an expedition?

Accepted Answer

A sleeping bag

Question 36

What is the name of the stove we use on DofE

Accepted Answer

Trangia

Question 37

Map Reading: What does this symbol mean?

Accepted Answer

Cave

Question 38

What does a contour line on a map show?

Accepted Answer

Height

Question 39

Map Reading: What does a compass do?

Accepted Answer

Indicates Magnetic North

Question 40

Countryside Code: What is the purpose of the Countryside Code?

Accepted Answer

To educate people on respecting and enjoying the outdoors

Question 41

The most expensive equipment is best for the expedition

Accepted Answer

False

Question 42

True or False: You should remove embedded objects from a wound before applying pressure.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 43

Who founded the DofE Award?

Accepted Answer

Prince Philip

Question 44

What should you do if a casualty is bleeding heavily?

Accepted Answer

Apply pressure to the wound

Question 45

True or False: The DofE Award is recognized internationally.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 46

Why is Amy banned from doing handstands on the run up to DofE?

Accepted Answer

Because she injured her knee

Question 47

What year was the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award founded?

Accepted Answer

1956

Question 48

How many sections must be completed at the Gold level?

Accepted Answer

5

Question 49

What is the purpose of the recovery position?

Accepted Answer

To keep the airway open

Question 50

Map Reading: What is missing from this North Points symbol?

Accepted Answer

Grid North

Question 51

Countryside Code: Why is it important to minimise noise in rural areas?

Accepted Answer

To respect the privacy of rural residents

Question 52

Who did James worry was going to fall off of a cliff on DofE?

Accepted Answer

Liam aka. Mr Wobbly legs, Liam the cliff diver, Liam the cliff jumper, Liam aka. Mr Slippery Feet

Question 53

What should you do if someone is choking and cannot breathe?

Accepted Answer

Give them back blows

Question 54

Which of these is NOT a section of the DofE Award?

Accepted Answer

Cultural

Question 55

What does DofE stand for?

Accepted Answer

Duke of Edinburgh

Question 56

Map Reading: What does a blue icon indicate on an OS Landranger or OS Explorer map?

Accepted Answer

Place of interest to tourists

Question 57

What should you do if someone shows signs of hypothermia?

Accepted Answer

Warm them gradually

Question 58

What is the purpose of a guy line on a tent?

Accepted Answer

To stabilise the tent in wind

Question 59

True or False: A sleeping bag's temperature rating determines comfort in extreme cold.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 60

Map Reading: What does the purple line on this map represent?

Accepted Answer

Right of way open part of the year only

Question 61

Which type of footwear is recommended for an expedition?

Accepted Answer

Hiking Boots

Question 62

There are 4 levels of the award: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum

Accepted Answer

False

Question 63

What symbol represents a footpath on an Ordnance Survey map?

Accepted Answer

Black dashed line

Question 64

What material is typically used for lightweight expedition tents?

Accepted Answer

Polyester

DofE Quiz 24

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DofE Quiz 24

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