HUNTING LICENSE UNIT 02

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.

The first step to becoming a responsible hunter is _ and how to use it safely.

The first step to becoming a responsible hunter is knowing your equipment and how to use it _ .

The _ is the heart of the firearm

The moving parts that load and fire the ammunition and eject the shells or cartridges = ?

_ have locks instead of actions.

The _ = part of the firearm that is held by the shooter and serves as the platform for supporting the action and the barrel.

The _ is the metal tube that the projectile travels through as a
result of pressure from burning gunpowder, compressed air, or other like
means.

The _ guides the projectile in the intended direction.

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.

Choose the true statement about steel shot versus lead shot.
A) Steel shot weighs about one-third less than lead shot.
B) Steel shot is softer and denser than lead shot.
C) Steel shot produces a larger pattern than lead shot.
D) Steel shot is more unstable in flight 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?
A) Gunpowder burns and converts to a gas.
B) The firing pin strikes the primer.
C) A spark ignites the gunpowder.
D) Expanding gas drives the shot through the barrel.

Which factor has a significant impact on a firearm's maximum projectile range?

A) temperature
B) weather conditions
C) altitude
D) quarry

Which part of the firearm loads, fires, and ejects shells or cartridges?

A) stock
B) barrel
C) trigger
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

Which type of sight is most accurate and gives the best view of the target?

A) bead
B) open
C) telescopic
D) aperture (peep)

Rifles, shotguns, and handguns differ mostly based on their:

A) barrels and ammunition
B) actions and stocks
C) actions and ammunition
D) barrels and safeties

How is a fully automatic firearm different from a semi-automatic firearm?

A) On a semi-automatic, firing is continuous as long as the trigger is held down.
B) A semi-automatic may not be used for sport shooting.
C) A fully automatic may not be used for hunting.
D) On a fully automatic, the trigger must be pulled each time a shot is fired.

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?

A) Never carry more than one caliber or gauge of ammunition at the same time.
B) When a hang fire or misfire happens, immediately eject the cartridge or shell to clear the chamber.
C) Magnum loads should be fired occasionally in all firearms to clean out the barrel.
D) 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?

A) the experience of the hunters in your group
B) the number of hunters in your group
C) the number of days you will be hunting
D) the species you will be hunting

How often should a firearm be cleaned to keep it in top condition?

A) after each use
B) once a year
C) when rust appears
D) twice a year

Which of the following would be a good spot to store a firearm?

A) a cool, clean, and dry location
B) a warm, humid location
C) a wall rack
D) a glass cabinet

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:

A) tungsten alloy
B) lead
C) bismuth
D) steel

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?

A) Gunpowder burns and converts to a gas.
B) The primer explodes and ignites the gunpowder.
C) The trigger is pulled.
D) Expanding gas drives the bullet through the barrel.

When you know a firearm's effective killing range, you can determine:

A) which animals you can hunt
B) whether you are aiming at the target
C) which stance to use when shooting
D) when a shot will give a clean kill

All modern firearms have three basic groups of parts. What are these parts?

A) barrel, action, and trigger
B) barrel, stock, and muzzle
C) stock, barrel, and trigger
D) action, stock, and barrel

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?

A) open action and magazine
B) magazine and trigger
C) open action and muzzle
D) 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) insufficient gunpowder in the shotshell
B) a misfire
C) using the wrong shotshell in your shotgun
D) using the wrong choke for your quarry

What affects the way a projectile performs when it is shot from a firearm?

A) the size of hole it will make
B) the species being hunting
C) the type and amount of gunpowder
D) the hunting regulations

Which of the following would be a good spot to store ammunition?

A) a paper bag
B) an unlocked case
C) a cool, dry location
D) a warm, humid location

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) A single-shot firearm is safe and cannot be fired accidentally.
B) A single-shot firearm must be reloaded each time the firearm is fired.
C) A single-shot firearm has extra cartridges or shotshells ready in a magazine.
D) A single-shot firearm is always a break action.

A 20-gauge shell is placed in a 12-gauge shotgun. What is the danger?

A) The shell could cause a misfire.
B) The shotgun will not fire.
C) The shell could lodge in the barrel and cause serious personal injury.
D) The shot will not fly true, causing the hunter to miss the target.

What is critical when selecting the ammunition for a firearm?

A) using the correct cartridge or shotshell
B) being able to use it for more than one animal
C) making sure it can be used in more than one type of firearm
D) saving money

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?

A) repeating and bolt-action
B) single-shot and repeating
C) single-shot and revolving
D) pump and semi-automatic

For safety, a firearm should be stored:

A) in a locked gun case, along with the ammunition
B) in a locked location, away from the ammunition
C) in a sheepskin scabbard
D) in a closed gun case

Which of the following is the best way to make sure you have the proper ammunition for your firearm?

A) Load different types of ammunition in your firearm and see which type shoots best.
B) Always use a caliber or gauge of the recommended size or smaller.
C) Match the information on the firearm's barrel to the information on the cartridge or shotshell before you shoot.
D) 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.

A) When you know a firearm's range, you know how far the bullet or shot can travel and still cause injury.
B) Knowing a firearm's range is critical only when firing a rifle or handgun.
C) When you know a firearm's range, you know how close you need to be to hit your target every time.
D) Knowing a firearm's range is critical only when firing a shotgun.

Within a firearm, a burning material creates pressure to force the bullet or shot out of the barrel. What is this burning material?

A) primer
B) wad
C) powder
D) firing pin