Sample Snowmobile Safety Test

10 Question Snowmobile Safety Practice Test

Test your snowmobile knowledge with this 10 question snowmobile safety practice test.
You need to answer 8 out of 10 questions correctly to pass!

Question 1 of 10

What should you take into consideration when deciding the clothing you will wear on your snowmobile trip?

A
The weather conditions
B
Your riding companions
C
The color of your snowmobile
D
The weight of your clothing

How can you play an important part in the long term survival of snowmobiling as a popular winter activity?

A
By only purchasing the best equipment
B
By supporting your local snowmobile club
C
By participating in races and other events
D
By limiting the time you spend snowmobiling

What are the three primary necessities for outdoor survival?

A
Earth, fire and water
B
Food, water and knife
C
Fire, shelter and signal
D
Helmet, gloves and boots

In order to allow yourself enough time to stop safely, it is important to do which of the following?

A
Wear brightly-colored safety gear
B
Maintain a safe speed at all times
C
Leave a ride plan with the local authorities
D
Take corners at a minimum speed of 25mph.

Why should you practice turning and backing up with your trailer attached before heading out on the road?

A
It will help you build confidence and competency
B
It will help you mount the snowmobile onto the trailer
C
It will help you quickly prepare the snowmobile once you reach the trail
D
It will help you determine the trailer's load capacity

Why should snowmobilers always carry emergency equipment when going for a ride?

A
Emergency equipment is required to access public trails
B
Emergency equipment is sometimes required to access private trails
C
An emergency situation can arise at any time and snowmobilers need to be prepared
D
Being prepared will prevent emergency situations from occurring while on the trail

Which of the following is important to consider when preparing for a short snowmobile trip?

A
Short trips are always safer than longer snowmobile trips
B
Weather rarely changes during short trips
C
Helmets are optional on short trips
D
Take the same safety precautions as you would on a longer trip

Even more important to food and water, the three necessities to survival are signal, shelter, and which of the following?

A
Fire
B
Comfort
C
Panic
D
Snowmobile

What is an advantage of having a riding partner?

A
If you encounter an emergency your partner can get help or transport you to safety
B
Your partner can provide coaching on more advanced snowmobile skills
C
You do not have to obey local regulations or safety procedures if you ride with a partner
D
There is no advantage to having a snowmobile partner

Which statement is true regarding the sport of snowmobiling?

A
It is a continually growing and popular winter activity
B
It is a winter activity that has declined in popularity
C
It is not an activity for the entire family
D
It is an extremely dangerous activity