Topic 166: Survival Skills Everyone Should Know

A1-A2 (Beginner-Elementary)

1. What are survival skills?

2. Why is it important to know survival skills?

3. Can you think of a time when you needed to use a survival skill?

4. What would you do if you were lost in the forest?

5. What do you need to survive in the wilderness?

6. How do you feel about being in a situation where you need survival skills?

7. Why do you think it’s important to learn how to make a fire?

8. How would you find food and water if you were lost in nature?

9. What should you do if you are injured and far from help?

10. What survival skills do you think are useful when traveling or camping?

11. Why is it important to stay calm in a survival situation?

12. How can you signal for help if you are lost?

13. What is the importance of having a survival kit?

14. Why do you think it is useful to learn first aid?

15. How does knowing how to navigate with a map and compass help in survival?

16. What should you do to stay safe if you’re stranded in a dangerous place?

B1-B2 (Intermediate-Upper Intermediate)

17. What are the most important survival skills everyone should learn?

18. Why is it essential to know how to build shelter in a survival situation?

19. How does knowing how to purify water help in a survival scenario?

20. Why is it important to have a survival mindset in addition to physical skills?

21. What role does food foraging play in survival, and how can you learn about it?

22. What should you do if you are stranded during a storm or bad weather?

23. How can you use natural resources to help with survival?

24. What are the dangers of dehydration and how can you prevent it in an emergency?

25. How does knowing how to treat injuries help in a survival situation?

26. What are some basic survival skills that everyone should know before going on a hike or camping trip?

27. How can you protect yourself from wild animals or insects in the wilderness?

28. Why is it important to stay hydrated and well-nourished when in a survival situation?

29. How can survival skills help in everyday life, even if you don’t live in a wilderness area?

30. What are some ways to find your way back to safety if you are lost without a compass?

31. Why is fire-making one of the most important survival skills to master?

32. What mental attitude is necessary to successfully survive a difficult situation?

C1-C2 (Advanced-Proficient)

33. How do survival skills contribute to an individual’s ability to handle extreme situations?

34. What are the ethical considerations involved in survival situations, especially when it comes to resource usage?

35. How can survival skills vary depending on the environment (e.g., jungle, desert, mountains)?

36. How do cultural differences influence the way survival skills are taught or applied?

37. What role does emotional intelligence play in survival, particularly when under stress or pressure?

38. How can advanced survival skills, such as advanced navigation or wilderness first aid, make a difference in life-threatening situations?

39. What are the psychological challenges people face when placed in survival situations, and how can they be overcome?

40. How can knowledge of survival skills be incorporated into emergency preparedness plans for individuals or communities?

41. What are the practical benefits of learning wilderness survival techniques for modern urban life?

42. How can you balance the need for self-sufficiency with the importance of teamwork in survival situations?

43. What is the importance of understanding and predicting weather conditions in survival situations?

44. How do survivalists use technology to enhance their chances of survival in extreme conditions?

45. What are the long-term physical and mental effects of surviving in extreme conditions for extended periods?

46. How do survival skills intersect with sustainability and eco-conscious living?

47. What are the dangers of relying too heavily on survival gear instead of focusing on practical skills?

48. How do global environmental changes affect the way survival skills are taught and utilized?