Hunters Education Safety Course

the fourth rule of firearm safety is "keep your finger ___ until ready to shoot."

___ is a term that describes the size of a rifle or handgun bore. This term also describes the size of cartridges used with different bores.

which of the following is the best way to make sure you have the proper ammunition for your firearm?

when you know a firearm's effective killing range, you can determine:

what is good marksmanship?

sighting-in a rifle means:

you're ready to shoot a rifle. You should draw a deep breath and then:

there are four standard rifle firing positions. choose the steadiest.

which shotgun choke is the most open?

what distance should be used to patter a shotgun?

when you shoulder your shotgun, what part of your body should fit snugly against the stock?

You point a shotgun at a moving target. You swing the gun faster than the target is moving, so that the muzzle passes the target. Then you fire. This method of shooting is called:

All hunters should take several steps to prepare for each hunting trip. Which step will increase your hunting success and add to your enjoyment?

You wait for game while sitting or standing in one spot. This hunting strategy is called:

You shoot a deer. You do not see it go down. How long should you wait before trailing the deer?

Three factors contribute to spoiled meat after game is harvested. One of these factors is:

It is safe to shoot an arrow when the target is:

Which statement about broadheads is true?

There are four primary rules of firearm safety. One of these rules is:

Which two items should always be locked away separately?

There are four main causes of hunting incidents. One of these causes is:

Which of the following describes safe handling of a firearm?

The zone-of-fire in front of each hunters spans about:

When should a hunter wear a fall-arrest system?

You need to haul your firearm into a tree stand. What is the first step you should take?

Two hunters are duck hunting in a boat. What is the safest position?

HELP refers to the position you should assume in cold water. What does HELP stand for?

How many people in the U.S. hunt?

Hunting laws preserve wildlife. Hunter ethics preserve:

True north and magnetic north are not the same. The difference between them is called:

What is the correct treatment for shock?

Hunters reduce surplus wildlife populations. Hunters play an additional role in wildlife management by:

Which statement concerning rare, threatened, or endangered species is true?

Hunting loses respect as a sport when hunters:

When should a hunter begin to get in shape for a hunt?

Clothing can affect your ability to perform safely and responsibly. How should you choose your clothes for a hunting trip?

You get lost and find yourself in survival mode. Your priorities are shelter, fire, and:

Which of the following is a proper way to treat hypothermia?

Which type of bullet is recommended for rifles with a tubular magazine?

Which type of bow has straight limbs that form an arc when strung?

When do bowsights work best?

To take game and minimize its suffering, you must know the ______ of the animal you are hunting.

You stumble in the field. The barrel of your firearm dips into the ground. You follow the steps to check for an obstruction in the firearm. After pointing the muzzle in a safe direction, what is the NEXT step?

Which of the following would be a good spot to store ammunition?

When a rifle fires, a sequence of events takes place. After the firing pin strikes the primer, what is the next event in the sequence?

A firearm safety:

You are shooting a muzzleloader. A hang fire happens. What should you do?

You are hunting with others. Which two factors are most important in choosing how to carry your firearm?

Why should you aim with your dominant eye?

Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the sportsman stage?

The second rule of firearm safety is "Treat every firearm with the _______ due a loaded gun."

Bullets spin when shot from a rifle or handgun. What causes this spinning?

What is the FINAL step in correctly matching ammunition to a firearm?

Which of the following is a building block of good marksmanship?

When sighting-in a rifle:

You are shooting a rifle or handgun. What is the best way to pull the trigger for an accurate shot?

There are four standard rifle firing positions. Which position is best for learning the fundamentals of shooting?

Which two shotgun chokes are best for hunting small, fast, close birds?

Why do hunters pattern their shotguns?

You are shooting at a moving target. You estimate the length of lead necessary to hit the target. You maintain that lead as you swing with the target. You fire and continue the swing. This method of shooting is called:

All hunters should take several steps to prepare for each hunting trip. Which step will help ensure that you take only legal game?

A downed animal appears to be dead. What should you do before approaching this animal?

Which statement about arrows is true?

Where should broadheads be kept while traveling to and from the field?

There are four primary rules of firearm safety. One of these rules is:

You remove a firearm from its storage location in your home. How should you handle the firearm?

Which is the safest device to use while climbing a tree or in a tree stand?

What is the recommended method for attaching a haul line to a firearm?

Two duck hunters are seated back-to-back in a boat. How large is the zone-of-fire for each hunter?

What should you do if you fall overboard into cold water?

Why were hunting laws passed?

Most hunters would agree that certain hunting behaviors are ethical. Certain behaviors are unethical. Other behaviors are in a gray area, and each hunter must make a personal choice. Which of the following behaviors is in the gray area?

A compass always points to:

What is the best way to treat a snakebite?

To survive, every animal needs a proper arrangement of food, water, cover, and space. These items make up the animal's:

Why must you learn to recognize key characteristics of the animal you're hunting?

How can you show respect for natural resources?

Firearm incidents, rough terrain, climate extremes, and getting lost are examples of:

Which material provides warmth even when wet?

What is the BEST prevention for frostbite?

What are the basic parts of ammunition?

Which type of arrowhead spears fish and secures them until landed with an attached line?

One way of shooting a bow is the instinctive aiming method. What is true about this method?

Aside from being a good marksman, what is the key to making a clean kill?

You need to clear an obstruction from your firearm. What is the proper tool to use?

For safety, a firearm should be stored:

A telescopic sight (or scope):

What is a safe way to unload a muzzleloader?

There are several ways to carry a gun. The elbow carry:

What is the sight picture?

Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the trophy stage?

Which of the following statements is true?

Choose the true statement about a firearm's maximum projectile range.

Why is good marksmanship important?

Sighting-in a rifle helps the shooter:

What is the term for continuing to squeeze the trigger after the bullet fires?

There are four standard rifle firing positions. Which position provides the LEAST support?

When patterning a shotgun, what is a sufficient percentage of pellets within a 30-inch circle?

A hunter is right-handed. When shooting a shotgun, this hunter should:

You are shooting at a moving target. You raise the shotgun and point where you think the target will be when the shot arrives. This method of shooting is called:

You sit concealed in one spot above the level of your quarry. This hunting strategy uses:

What should you do as soon as possible after tagging game?

It is safe to shoot an arrow when the target is:

Safety rule violations can cause hunting incidents. An example of a safety rule violation is:

You are unloading your firearm. You start by pointing the muzzle in a safe direction. What is the NEXT step you should take?

Which of the following is a factor in determining a zone-of-fire?

Which method is recommended for climbing a tree to enter an elevated stand?

What group sets hunting regulations in most states?

Carrying capacity:

How can you show respect for non-hunters?

Don't panic if you get lost. Never leave camp without fire-starting equipment. Always bring a map and compass. Always tell someone where you are going. These are:

Choose the true statement about steel shot versus lead shot.

Which type of bow has limbs that curve away from the belly of the bow?

Most bowstrings have a small brass band to mark the correct position for nocking the arrow. What is the name for this band?

You need to check for an obstruction in your firearm. What is the FIRST step you should take?

How often should a firearm be cleaned to keep it in top condition?

What are the two basic styles of firearm actions?

What kind of powder can cause serious injury if used in a muzzleloader?

There are several ways to carry a gun. The shoulder carry is a good choice: