Survival Test (The Hunger Games By Suzanne Collins)

1. How would you describe your body? Are you underweight, overweight, at a healthy weight, or obese? If you are unsure, please use the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's BMI calculator to get an idea. We realize that Body Mass Index is not a perfect indication of what shape you're in, and it is too generalized to be 100% accurate; however, we are relying on you to give your best estimate. There will be an obvious limit to the amount of information we can provide. It's also important to note that two people with the same BMI may have different body compositions and lifestyles. In particular, those with considerable muscle mass often find themselves in the "overweight" or "obese" categories. If you know you're muscular or athletic, choose the option that suits you. For this question, you may select only one answer.

Underweight. I weigh less than what is expected to be healthy OR I have a BMI of under 18.5.

The correct answer is "Average or Healthy. I am in the recommended weight range for my height and build OR I'm a rather fit individual OR I have a BMI between 19 and 24.9." This answer suggests that the person's body weight is within the healthy range based on their height and build. It also acknowledges that being fit or having a BMI between 19 and 24.9 can indicate a healthy body. However, it is important to note that BMI is not a perfect indicator and individual body compositions and lifestyles can vary.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Average or Healthy. I am in the recommended weight range for my height and build OR I'm a rather fit individual OR I have a BMI between 19 and 24.9." This answer suggests that the person's body weight is within the healthy range based on their height and build. It also acknowledges that being fit or having a BMI between 19 and 24.9 can indicate a healthy body. However, it is important to note that BMI is not a perfect indicator and individual body compositions and lifestyles can vary.

2. Pretend you're not in the arena, and no one is trying to kill you. If you are forced to spend the night outside in harsh and unpredictable weather, what is the first thing you do? For this question, you may select only one answer.

Find water.

Start a fire.

Find or build a shelter.

Eat some food.

Check the survival kit for supplies.

In harsh weather, building a survival shelter is an absolute priority. At this point, you're more likely to die of hypothermia than dehydration or starvation.

Explanation

In harsh weather, building a survival shelter is an absolute priority. At this point, you're more likely to die of hypothermia than dehydration or starvation.

3. Do you regularly lift weights or perform other anaerobic exercises (functional training, eccentric training, sprinting, or high-intensity interval training)? Regularly, meaning at least 3-4 times a week. For this question, you may select only one answer.

No, I do not lift weights or perform any anaerobic exercises.

No, I do not REGULARLY lift weights or perform anaerobic exercises.

Yes, I REGULARLY lift weights, OR I regularly perform anaerobic exercises.

The correct answer is "Yes, I REGULARLY lift weights, OR I regularly perform anaerobic exercises." This answer indicates that the person engages in weightlifting or other anaerobic exercises on a regular basis, at least 3-4 times a week.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Yes, I REGULARLY lift weights, OR I regularly perform anaerobic exercises." This answer indicates that the person engages in weightlifting or other anaerobic exercises on a regular basis, at least 3-4 times a week.

4. You're searching for food and you find the following: a few harmless-looking bugs, a mushroom, and deer droppings. Which do you eat? For this question, you may select only one answer.

The bugs.

The mushroom.

The deer droppings.

None of the above.

The bugs are the safest option to eat among the given choices. While the mushroom could potentially be poisonous, and the deer droppings may contain harmful bacteria or parasites, the bugs are harmless and can provide a source of protein. Therefore, the bugs would be the most suitable choice for food in this situation.

Explanation

The bugs are the safest option to eat among the given choices. While the mushroom could potentially be poisonous, and the deer droppings may contain harmful bacteria or parasites, the bugs are harmless and can provide a source of protein. Therefore, the bugs would be the most suitable choice for food in this situation.

5. How often do you exercise? Physical exercise is defined as any bodily activity that enhances or maintains physical fitness and overall health and wellness. Casually walking around the house, or to and from class, should not be considered a form of exercise for this test. For this question, please select only one answer.

I do not exercise, or I do not exercise consistently.

I exercise 1-2 times a week.

I exercise 3-4 times a week.

I exercise more than 5 times a week.

The given correct answer for this question is "I exercise 3-4 times a week." and "I exercise more than 5 times a week." This answer suggests that the person engages in physical exercise regularly, either 3-4 times a week or more than 5 times a week. This level of exercise frequency is considered to be beneficial for maintaining physical fitness and overall health and wellness.

Explanation

The given correct answer for this question is "I exercise 3-4 times a week." and "I exercise more than 5 times a week." This answer suggests that the person engages in physical exercise regularly, either 3-4 times a week or more than 5 times a week. This level of exercise frequency is considered to be beneficial for maintaining physical fitness and overall health and wellness.

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6. How long can you run without stopping? If you are unsure, give your best estimation and round down. For this question, and for those who demand specifics, any speed greater than 4.5 miles per hour is considered running. For this question, please select only one answer.

I cannot run, or I have problems running.

I can run at least 1-2 minutes without stopping.

I can run at least 3-5 minutes without stopping.

I can run at least 6-10 minutes without stopping.

I can run 11+ minutes without stopping.

Based on the information provided, any speed greater than 4.5 miles per hour is considered running. Therefore, if someone can run at least 3-5 minutes without stopping, it implies that they are able to maintain a speed greater than 4.5 miles per hour for that duration. Similarly, if someone can run at least 6-10 minutes without stopping or 11+ minutes without stopping, it indicates that they can sustain a running speed for a longer period of time.

Explanation

Based on the information provided, any speed greater than 4.5 miles per hour is considered running. Therefore, if someone can run at least 3-5 minutes without stopping, it implies that they are able to maintain a speed greater than 4.5 miles per hour for that duration. Similarly, if someone can run at least 6-10 minutes without stopping or 11+ minutes without stopping, it indicates that they can sustain a running speed for a longer period of time.

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