Chapter 1 Review Questions

give every hunter the same degree of skill and knowledge

ensure that everyone enjoys hunting and has an opportunity to hunt

produce knowledgeable, responsible, and involved hunters

none of the above

Where do most firearm incidents occur?

within 10 feet of the hunting campsite

in the home

in vehicles on the way to a hunting campsite

in a location where alcohol has been consumed

To minimize the risk of a firearm incident in the home, you should never _______.

point the muzzle in a safe direction.

keep your finger off the trigger when handling the firearm.

store the firearm and ammunition together.

check that the gun is unloaded.

Which of the following has reduced hunting incidents the most?

understanding the regulations in the area where you intend to hunt

wearing hunter orange

using personal safety equipment

using only firearms with mechanical safeties

What personal safety equipment should you always wear when shooting?

hunting boots and a protective vest

sound-muffling earmuffs and shooting glasses

tinted glasses and a colorful hat

warm clothing and a two-way radio

List the four primary rules of firearm safety.

Who should inspect any used firearm you acquire?

an expert in the relevant historic era

a ballistics expert

an experienced gunsmith

an insurance examiner

______ is not a safe way to transport a firearm.

Unloaded

With the action open

In a gun case

Loaded and in a gun rack in the rear window