Hunting Study Course 1-18

How are laws and regulations different from one another?

Which of the following is the number one reason why non-hunters oppose hunting?

Which of the following statements is true?

Why were hunting laws and regulations initially enacted?

Which agency is responsible for managing Florida's hunting laws and regulations?

Which of the following is required for someone under the age of 16 to possess a loaded firearm in Florida?

Which of the following is NOT a reason for hunting laws today?

Which of the following is a piece of land owned by the state on which hunting is permitted?

Approximately how many Wildlife Management Areas (WMA's) are found in Florida?

Where can a hunter find up-to date information on Florida's hunting regulations?

Which of the following handguns might be fitted with a mechanical safety?

Which of the following firearms has a hammer or half-cock safety?

What are the three (3) main parts of a handgun?

Why is it important to keep the muzzle of a firearm pointed in a safe direction, even though the firearm's safety is engaged?

Which of the following firearms has a lever or pivot safety located on the bolt to lock the firing pin?

Where is the action located on this firearm?

Which of the following is a characteristic of a lever action firearm?

Which of the following is a double-action revolver?

Which of the following is an example of a break or hinge action firearm?

Which of the following defines a firearm's action?

Which of the following shot pellets has the smallest diameter?

What is the purpose of having lands and grooves inside the barrel of a rifle?

If someone were to load a firearm with the wrong-sized ammunition, what would likely be the end result?

During what step in the firing process would the gunpowder be ignited?

How is the caliber of a rifle or handgun determined?

Which of the following is a rimfire cartridge?

Which of the following should be done before loading a shotgun?

What can be done to increase the accuracy of slugs in a shotgun?

What is a shot string?

When must a hunter use a magazine plug in their shotgun?

Which of the following equipment is strongly recommended when cleaning a firearm?

Which of the following is an important consideration when cleaning a firearm?

Which of the following firearms would have to be cleaned from the muzzle end?

Which of the following is an important safety rule when cleaning any firearm?

Which of the following is an important safety rule that must be followed while cleaning a firearm?

What should be done if you notice the firearm has been damaged or is not working properly?

When storing firearms and ammunition, which of the following is an important consideration?

When cleaning a firearm, what end of the firearm should you generally clean from?

What is the safe hunter's best resource for information on cleaning their firearm?

When cleaning your firearm, why should you avoid dipping a cleaning brush directly into the cleaning solution container?

Which of the following is a safety consideration when using a traditional wooden ramrod?

What type of muzzleloading firearm is the most popular and most commonly used among hunters today?

Which of the following is a safety precaution which should be taken by anyone hunting with a muzzleloading firearm?

What does it mean when the mark on the ramrod disappears into the barrel of the muzzleloader?

Which of the following is a characteristic of a flintlock muzzleloader?

Which of the following statements regarding muzzleloaders is true?

Where is the hammer located on this muzzleloading firearm?

Why is it important to ensure your muzzleloader can handle modern smokeless powder as a propellant?

When choosing the projectile to use in a muzzleloader, what factors should the safe hunter take into consideration?

Which tool should always be used to get the projectile started down the barrel?

Why must bowhunters use broadhead points when hunting big game?

Which of the following is an example of a recurve bow?

What is a bow stringer?

In which of the following images does the archer, using proper technique, have his bow string pulled back to his anchor point?

Which of the following is an important bowhunting safety rule?

Which of the following is known as a crossbow?

What can result when attempting to draw back a bow that has too much draw weight?

Which type of bow is the most popular among the majority of archery hunters?

Which of the following is NOT a reason for using a covered quiver?

Although lightweight, which of the following bows may be the most difficult for novice archers to use?

Which of the following safe firearm carries is called the elbow carry?

Which of the following would be considered a safe hunting practice?

f the safe hunter is alone, which of the following would be the safe and correct procedure for boarding a watercraft for a hunting excursion?

When crossing a fence or other obstacle alone, what should you do with your firearm once it is unloaded?

Who is required to follow the rules of firearm safety?

When do most hunting-related incidents occur?

What is the most important thing to remember if you happen to stumble or fall while carrying a firearm?

Why would the safe hunter never shoot in the direction of rocks or water?

When should a firearm be loaded with the action closed?

What is the purpose of wearing hunter orange clothing?

Which of the following is one of the fundamentals of safe shooting?

Which of the following shooting positions is considered to be the steadiest?

In order to become an accomplished marksman, what does a hunter need to learn first?

What shooting position is commonly used when hunting with a shotgun?

Which of the following is an example of an aperture (or peep) sight?

Which of the following should be considered when sighting in a rifle?

When sighting a firearm using an open sight, in what direction should the rear sight be moved if you want the shot to travel to the right?

Which of the following should be done by a hunter who is tracking a wounded animal?

Which of the following is an important consideration when targeting a shotgun?

Which of the following positions should be used to practice the fundamentals of good shooting?

Which of the following is a safety consideration when hunting wild turkey?

Which of the following items would not be necessary in a field dressing kit?

Which of the following best describes the practice of Still Hunting?

Which of the following is an important consideration that should be kept in mind when hunting with dogs?

What are the three (3) main factors which might cause the meat on a harvested animal to spoil, making it unsafe to eat?

Once an animal is field dressed and transported back to camp, how should the animal be cooled?

With regards to a dog's well being, why is it most important to ensure they remain warm and dry?

What colors should a safe hunter avoid wearing when hunting for wild turkey?

Which of the following is the best description of field dressing a harvested animal?

When hunting big game, what is the first thing a hunter must do once the animal has expired?

What is the purpose of a tether strap?

Which of the following stands is best suited for hunting on the edges of fields or in open country?

Which of the following is an important consideration for treestand hunters concerning falls from a stand?

How should your firearms and equipment be brought into a treestand?

Which of the following treestands is considered unsafe and should never be used by hunters?

The following is an example of what type of Treestand?

Once in the treestand which of the following should be done first?

Which of the following is one of the advantages of using a treestand?

Which of the following safety harnesses is the safest and MOST recommended when hunting from a treestand?

Which of the following treestands is considered to be the safer for the hunter to climb in and out of?

Which of the following is an example of a live trap?

A box trap is best suited for trapping in what type of environment?

Which of the following is probably the best resource for trapping information in your area?

Which of the following statements regarding steel leg hold traps is true?

Why is it always a good idea for a safe hunter to wear leather or rubber gloves as well as eye protection while handling animal carcasses?

Aside from harvesting animals for their fur, which of the following is a common reason for trapping?

Which of the following is a basic tool used by today's trapper?

Of the following, which trap is predominately found in urban areas?

Which of the following statements regarding trapping is true?

Which of the following would be the best way to learn advanced trapping skills?

Which of the following is recommended for all hunters in the field?

What should you do to stop a wound from bleeding?

What is the main purpose of the orienteering lines on a compass?

On a topographic map, what do contour lines that are very close together indicate?

If you are in the woods and need to make a fire to keep warm, as a general rule what size of area should you clear around it before lighting the fire?

Clothing that is made from which of the following materials retains its insulation properties even when wet and is the best for all-around warmth?

Which of the following is usually the first noticeable symptom of hypothermia?

Which of the following items should you ALWAYS carry in a survival pack?

Prior to a hunting trip, what can you do to ensure you will be in good physical shape?

If someone is suffering from hypothermia which of the following actions should you avoid?

When should a hunter ask a landowner permission to hunt on his or her property?

Which of the following statements is true about the general public?

Which of the following would be an example of the actions of an ethical hunter?

What was the purpose of the Pittman-Robertson Act?

Which of the following would be an example of the actions of an ethical hunter?

How should the safe and ethical hunter react to a hunting companion who is acting in an unsafe or unethical manner?

Which of the following statements is generally true regarding the public's opinion of hunters and hunting?

Every time an individual purchases a box of ammunition or a firearm, an excise tax is collected by the federal government. What is this tax money used to fund?

What should an ethical hunter do before the hunting season begins or heading out for a hunt?

Which of the following best describes "wildlife management"?

What is a characteristic that all songbirds share in Florida?

How are unprotected species different from other harvestable species in Florida?

Which of the following is an illegal method of harvesting furbearers?

Which of the following is a characteristic of the bald eagle?

What is the term used to describe animals that are harvested primarily for their fur?

Wild turkeys and bobwhite quails are considered which of the following?

Which of the following is a characteristic of diving ducks?

What is the most effective way one can tell the age of a deer buck?

Which of the following is a characteristic of the Florida Wild Hog?

Which of the following statements is true about the armadillo?

Where is the nock located on the following arrow?

What is meant by "Proper Shot Placement"?

Which of the following is an example of the correct sight alignment for a firearm using an open sight?

Which shot offers an ethical and clean kill?

Which of the following rifle sights provides magnification of the game animal which helps to ensure an accurate shot?

What is an important rule of firearm safety?

What field carry gives you the most control over your firearm?

What color clothing were our hunters wearing to keep them visible and safe in Day 1?

How should you safely transport your firearm in a vehicle?

What should you first do when you remove your firearm from a vehicle?

What must you be aware of once you have confirmed your target while hunting?

If you see incorrect or unsafe hunting behavior in your group, what should you do?

Before storing your firearm in a vehicle, what should you do?

When hunting with a group of hunters, what should you be aware of?

What should you wear when using a treestand?

When it comes to treestand safety, what are the 3 R's?

What is a haul line used for?