A jQuery112407722885368580306_1548817193724? is a mechanical device that uses pressure from a burning powder to force a projectile through and out of a metal tube.
firearm
The first step to becoming a responsible hunter is _ and how to use it safely.
knowing your equipment
The first step to becoming a responsible hunter is knowing your equipment and how to use it _ .
safely
The _ is the heart of the firearm
action
The moving parts that load and fire the ammunition and eject the shells or cartridges = ?
The Action
_ have locks instead of actions.
Muzzleloaders
The _ = part of the firearm that is held by the shooter and serves as the platform for supporting the action and the barrel.
stock
The _ is the metal tube that the projectile travels through as a
result of pressure from burning gunpowder, compressed air, or other like
means.
barrel
The _ guides the projectile in the intended direction.
barrel
What is the main difference between centerfire and rimfire ammunition?
Centerfire ammunition is used for muzzleloaders.
Centerfire ammunition is limited to low-pressure loads.
Rimfire cartridges are reloadable.
Rimfire primer is in the rim of the casing.
Rimfire primer is in the rim of the casing.
Choose the true statement about steel shot versus lead shot.
A) Steel shot weighs about one-third less than lead shot.
When a shotgun fires, a sequence of events takes place. After the hunter pulls the trigger, what is the next event in the sequence?
B) The firing pin strikes the primer.
Which factor has a significant impact on a firearm's maximum projectile range?
C) altitude
Which part of the firearm loads, fires, and ejects shells or cartridges?
D) action
A firearm safety:
can fail when least expected due to wear or other factors
cannot unknowingly be bumped from the safe position
is a device that blocks the cartridge from entering the chamber
can be relied on at all times to protect against accidental shooting
can fail when least expected due to wear or other factors
Which type of sight is most accurate and gives the best view of the target?
telescopic***
bead
open
aperture (peep)
Rifles, shotguns, and handguns differ mostly based on their:
barrels and ammunition***
barrels and safeties
actions and stocks
actions and ammunition
How is a fully automatic firearm different from a semi-automatic firearm?
A fully automatic may not be used for hunting.***
On a fully automatic, the trigger must be pulled each time a shot is fired.
A semi-automatic may not be used for sport shooting.
On a semi-automatic, firing is continuous as long as the trigger is held down.
The basic components of cartridges and shotshells are similar. Shot pellets and a bullet are examples of which basic component?
primer
case
projectile***
powder
Which of the following statements is true?
When a hang fire or misfire happens, immediately eject the cartridge or shell to clear the chamber.
Magnum loads should be fired occasionally in all firearms to clean out the barrel.
Never carry more than one caliber or gauge of ammunition at the same time.***
A hang fire is when the primer fails to ignite the powder.
When selecting ammunition, you must choose the correct cartridge or shotshell for your firearm. What else should you consider?
the number of days you will be hunting
the species you will be hunting***
the number of hunters in your group
the experience of the hunters in your group
How often should a firearm be cleaned to keep it in top condition?
once a year
twice a year
when rust appears
after each use***
Which of the following would be a good spot to store a firearm?
a cool, clean, and dry location***
a warm, humid location
a glass cabinet
a wall rack
Which shotgun choke has the tightest shot pattern?
Cylinder
Improved Cylinder
Modified
Full***
The bullets for a rifle or handgun are commonly made out of:
steel
tungsten alloy
lead***
bismuth
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?
Expanding gas drives the bullet through the barrel.
Gunpowder burns and converts to a gas.
The trigger is pulled.
The primer explodes and ignites the gunpowder.***
When you know a firearm's effective killing range, you can determine:
which animals you can hunt
which stance to use when shooting
whether you are aiming at the target
when a shot will give a clean kill***
All modern firearms have three basic groups of parts. What are these parts?
action, stock, and barrel***
barrel, action, and trigger
stock, barrel, and trigger
barrel, stock, and muzzle
A firearm safety:
is intended for use only by inexperienced hunters
is foolproof
can prevent all accidental shootings
can be bumped from the safe position***
Bullets spin when shot from a rifle or handgun. What causes this spinning?
primer
action
cartridge
rifling***
What must you check to make sure a bolt-action firearm is unloaded?
magazine and trigger
open action and magazine***
open action and muzzle
muzzle and trigger
What are the basic parts of ammunition?
case, primer, powder, and projectile***
case, powder, wad, and slug
case, powder, projectile, and wad
case, powder, projectile, and shot
What might cause a shotgun to explode?
a misfire
insufficient gunpowder in the shotshell
using the wrong choke for your quarry
using the wrong shotshell in your shotgun***
What affects the way a projectile performs when it is shot from a firearm?
the species being hunting
the hunting regulations
the size of hole it will make
the type and amount of gunpowder***
Which of the following would be a good spot to store ammunition?
a warm, humid location
a cool, dry location***
an unlocked case
a paper bag
Shotguns are classified by:
caliber
bore
choke
gauge***
What type of shotgun pellets are allowed for waterfowl hunting in the U.S.?
lead
steel***
ceramic
asbestos
A firearm safety:
can take the place of safe firearm handling
ensures that a firearm will not fire accidentally
should be released as soon as you spot your quarry
is a mechanical device that could fail***
This term describes the size of a rifle or handgun bore. This term also describes the size of cartridges used with different bores. What is the term?
gauge***
caliber
shot charge
action
How is a single-shot firearm different from a repeating firearm?
A single-shot firearm has extra cartridges or shotshells ready in a magazine.
A single-shot firearm is always a break action.
A single-shot firearm must be reloaded each time the firearm is fired.***
A single-shot firearm is safe and cannot be fired accidentally.
A 20-gauge shell is placed in a 12-gauge shotgun. What is the danger?
The shotgun will not fire.
The shell could cause a misfire.
The shell could lodge in the barrel and cause serious personal injury.***
The shot will not fly true, causing the hunter to miss the target.
What is critical when selecting the ammunition for a firearm?
saving money
being able to use it for more than one animal
using the correct cartridge or shotshell***
making sure it can be used in more than one type of firearm
What is the first step in cleaning a firearm?
Field strip the firearm.
Clean from the breech end.
Point the muzzle in a safe direction.***
Use cleaning solvents in a well-ventilated area.
What is the name for the narrowing at the muzzle end of a shotgun barrel?
choke***
caliber
bore
gauge
What are the two basic styles of firearm actions?
single-shot and repeating***
repeating and bolt-action
pump and semi-automatic
single-shot and revolving
For safety, a firearm should be stored:
in a closed gun case
in a sheepskin scabbard
in a locked location, away from the ammunition***
in a locked gun case, along with the ammunition
Which of the following is the best way to make sure you have the proper ammunition for your firearm?
Always use a caliber or gauge of the recommended size or smaller.
Load different types of ammunition in your firearm and see which type shoots best.
Match the information on the firearm's barrel to the information on the cartridge or shotshell before you shoot.
Use whatever ammunition is handy; matching the ammunition to the firearm is not really that important.
Each rifle or handgun is designed to be used with a specific type of:
cartridge***
shotshell
gauge
choke
Choose the true statement about a firearm's maximum projectile range.
Knowing a firearm's range is critical only when firing a shotgun.
Knowing a firearm's range is critical only when firing a rifle or handgun.
When you know a firearm's range, you know how far the bullet or shot can travel and still cause injury.***
When you know a firearm's range, you know how close you need to be to hit your target every time.
Within a firearm, a burning material creates pressure to force the bullet or shot out of the barrel. What is this burning material?
