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Geocaching Part Deux: Cache Types

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Fun Trivia : Quizzes : Outdoor Activities : Geocaching Part Deux: Cache Types

Introduction:
"This quiz is a follow-up to my first quiz on geocaching. This one focuses on cache types. Enjoy!"


1. The most common type of geocache is the traditional cache. The traditional cache is some type of container with at least a log and sometimes some other items. The coordinates given by the placer of the cache should point right to, or in the general area of, the cache. Traditional caches come in several sizes. Which of the following is not an official traditional cache size?
    Micro
    Jumbo
    Small
    Regular


2. Geocaching.com offers many different types of caches. Some, however, are no longer available for new cache placements. Of the following real cache types, which is currently an available option for new cache placements?
    Virtual Cache
    Webcam Cache
    Locationless (Reverse) Cache
    None are available for new cache placements


3. Mystery or Unknown caches are my favorites. These involve more than just plugging coordinates into your GPS, finding the cache, and signing the log. Which of the following are common characteristics of Mystery/Unknown caches?
    Involves solving some kind of puzzle
    Requires some internet research
    The listed coordinates are not the coordinates of the actual cache
    All are common characteristics


4. The Unknown (mystery) cache is a sort of catchall for not classifiable cache types. Which of the following best describes the icon the represents the unknown cache?
    A Red X
    A Blue Question Mark
    A Green Chest
    A Skull and Crossbones


5. The multi-cache is one of the more challenging cache types. As the name indicates, completing this cache involves multiple stages. What is the absolute minimum number of stages required for a geocache to be considered a multi-cache?
    Answer: (One Word, Number)


6. Though they come in different sizes and shapes, what is one characteristics that a traditional cache must have to qualify as such?
    Toys and such for trading
    A label identifying the item as a geocache
    A writing utensil
    A logbook or logsheet


7. Virtual caches are unique in that there is no container to find and therefore no log to sign. Virtual caches can be a wide variety of interesting locations. Which of the following would not be an ideal location for a virtual cache?
    An advertising billboard
    A historical building
    A monument dedicated to some important person or event
    A unique geological formation


8. Of of the most rare types of caches is the event cache. As the name implies, the event cache is a geocaching related gathering of some sort. Which of the following would be ideal for an event cache.
    All of these are excellent examples of event caches
    An instructional gathering to demonstrate paperless caching
    A campout sponsored by a geocaching organization
    A local gathering of geocachers to celebrate a birthday


9. Like an event cache, a CITO cache is a gathering of cachers but with the specific purpose of cleaning an area that has become polluted over time. Which of the following would a geocacher want to bring to a CITO?
    Thick sturdy gloves
    Sturdy, comfortable shoes
    Plenty of water
    A cacher should bring all of these


10. As you log geocaches online at www.geocaching.com, you may feel compelled in your log to write TFTC! What do these initials stand for?
    Answer: (four words, gracias! (no punctuation))


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