There are four primary rules of firearm safety. What is one of these rules?
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-Always treat every gun as if it were loaded.
-point the muzzle in a safe direction
-Always be sure of your target and beyond.
-Always keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
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Which of these is one of the firearm safety rules?
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Avoid alcoholic beverages before and during shooting.
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Which of the following is a goal of hunter education?
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Hunter education strives to instill responsibility, improve skills and knowledge, and encourage the involvement of beginner and veteran hunters. Responsible, ethical behavior and personal involvement are both essential to the survival of hunting.
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State wildlife agencies receive federal aid for hunting-related projects. Which agency provides this aid?
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U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
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Which part of the firearm loads, fires, and ejects shells or cartridges?
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The action is the heart of the firearm—the moving parts that load and fire the ammunition and eject the shells or cartridges. Several types of actions are used in modern firearms. Muzzleloaders have locks instead of actions.
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What are the basic parts of ammunition?
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case, primer, powder, and a projectile
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What is critical when selecting the ammunition for a firearm?
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using the correct cartridge or shotshell
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How is a single-shot firearm different from a repeating firearm?
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A single-shot firearm must be reloaded each time the firearm is fired
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A firearm safety:
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can fail when least expected due to wear or other factors
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A telescopic sight (or scope):
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gathers light to magnify a target
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Bullets spin when shot from a rifle or handgun. What causes this spinning?
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rifling
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A 20-gauge shell is placed in a 12-gauge shotgun. What is the danger?
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The shell could lodge in the barrel and cause serious personal injury.
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How often should a firearm be cleaned to keep it in top condition?
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after each use
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Which of the following would be a good spot to store a firearm?
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a cool, clean, and dry location
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Why is good marksmanship important?
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Good marksmanship is critical for a clean kill.
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What should be true about any firearm you choose to use for hunting?
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has enough power to kill the game quickly and effectively
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There are four standard rifle-firing positions. Which position is best for learning the fundamentals of shooting?
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Prone
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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:
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sustained lead
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What parts of your body should have protection whenever you shoot any firearm?
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ears and eyes
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A hunter is planning a strategy for identifying and tracking quarry. To develop an effective strategy, this hunter needs to understand the animal's:
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characteristics
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Aside from being a good marksman, what is the key to making a clean kill?
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patience
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Which shot angle rarely results in a clean kill, ruins a lot of meat, and provides an animal the best opportunity to detect the hunter?
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head-on
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How should you mark a blood trail when you are tracking a wounded animal?
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Use fluorescent orange flagging.
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What is the number-one cause of spoiled meat?
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heat
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You are handing a firearm to another person. When do you let go of the gun?
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when the other person says something to let you know he or she is holding it securely
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There are four main causes of hunting incidents. Which cause is most likely to lead to accidental discharges and stray shots?
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-Lack of Control and Practice
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There are several ways to carry a firearm while hunting. Which carry gives the best control?
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two-handed or ready carry
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You are hunting with others. Which two factors are most important in choosing how to carry your firearm?
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muzzle control and terrain
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When should a firearm be unloaded?
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when crossing a fence
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You need to check for an obstruction in your firearm. What is the first step you should take?
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Point the muzzle in a safe direction.
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You are loading your firearm. You start by pointing the muzzle in a safe direction and putting the safety on. Which of these should you do next?
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Open the action, and make sure the barrel is unobstructed.
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Which of the following describes safe handling of a firearm?
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Unload and case the firearm before transporting it.
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Three hunters are hunting in a group, side by side. Who needs to be aware of the safe zones-of-fire?
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all three of the hunters
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What is the effect of alcohol on the skills and abilities needed to hunt safely and responsibly?
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Alcohol impairs judgment.
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What should be worn at all times while climbing a tree or in a tree stand?
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fall-arrest system
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What is the recommended method for attaching a haul line to a firearm?
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Tie it to the sling.
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How do game conservation laws affect hunters?
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by limiting hunting methods and equipment
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Where can you find the hunting regulations for the area where you plan to hunt?
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official state publications
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How can you show respect for non-hunters?
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by transporting animals without displaying them
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A hunter may have allergies, asthma, a heart condition, excess weight, or poor physical conditioning. These conditions:
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should be considered before planning a hunting tri
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When you go on a hunting trip, you should leave a hunting plan with someone you trust. What information should the plan include?
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where you will be hunting and when you expect to return
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What is the hunter's most important item of clothing?
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daylight fluorescent orange outerwear
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You get lost and find yourself in survival mode. Your priorities are shelter, fire, and:
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signal
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You get lost in extremely cold weather. You are unable to start a fire. Which of the following is the best way to survive?
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Wrap up in a thermal foil blanket.
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After spending several hours outdoors, your skin is pale and clammy. Your mouth is dry. You feel weak and have muscle cramps. These are symptoms of:
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heat exhaustion
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Which of the following statements about hunting is true?
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Hunting is an effective wildlife management tool.
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One of the seven principles of the North American Model for Wildlife Conservation states that wildlife is an international resource. What does this mean?
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Hunting and fishing are managed cooperatively across state and province boundaries.
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To survive, every animal needs a proper arrangement of food, water, cover, and space. These items make up the animal's:
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habitat
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One way to help keep animals and habitats healthy is to make sure the number of animals never exceeds the habitat's carrying capacity. This is the job of:
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wildlife managers
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Which statement concerning rare, threatened, or endangered species is true?
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These species are fully protected by law
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