How long do you imagine you would survive in the wilderness? A human being has four basic needs for survival. These include water, air, food, and sleep. It has been estimated a human can survive up to thirty-eight years in the wild, which has changed over time in the not-so-distant...see morepast. Aside from the four basic needs, a tent should be pitched for shelter. Take a deep breath and relax. You will survive this quiz. see less