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Chapter 5 Review Questions

1. Label the indicated parts of a muzzleloader.
Muzzeloader
2. is the only type of powder that should be used in muzzleloaders.

3. An unsafe practice when using a muzzleloader is __________.
loading directly from a horn, flask, or other container
wearing shooting glasses and ear protection when shooting
waiting until you're ready to fire before you prime or cap a muzzleloader
not smoking while shooting or loading
4. How many charges should you load in a muzzleloader at a time?
one charge
two charges
three charges
four charges
5. Name the three common bow types.
6.
Label the indicated parts of an arrow.
Arrow
7. arrowheads are primarily used for big game hunting.

8. is the process of placing the arrow shaft on the bow's arrow rest and pulling the arrow back until the string snaps into the slot.

9. A good safety rule to follow when shooting a bow is __________.
always carry arrows in the nocked position when hunting
use cracked arrows only for target practice
release an arrow only when the path to the target and beyond is clear
dry fire a bow as a strengthening exercise
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