Hunters Ed Week 1
When the barrel of a firearms read 308 WIN. the only ammunition loaded in that firearm should be
308 WIN
How should a firearm be stored to be safe?
In a locked location, separate from the ammunition.
What is the first step in cleaning your firearm?
Point the muzzle in a safe direction and make sure the firearm is unloaded.
What is the danger from placing a 20 gauge shotgun shell in a 12 gauge shotgun?
The shell could lodge in the barrel and cause serious personal injury.
Firearm safeties
are a mechanical device that could fail
A rifle scope should never be used _____
as binoculars
In rifles and handguns, what does the measurement of the diameter of the bore usually indicate
caliber
What is the degree of narrowing at the muzzle end of the shotgun barrel called?
choke
When shoot a bow or firearm you should use your ______when aiming.
dominant eye
What parts of your body should have protection whenever your fire a handgun?
ears and eyes
Which choke has the most constricted shot pattern?
full
What is the number one cause of meat spoilage?
heat
Where should broadheads be kept while you are traveling to and from the field?
in a quiver with a cover
What type of shotgun pellets are NOT allowed for waterfowl hunting in the US?
lead
In Arkansas, all crossbows used for hunting must be equipped with a _______to be legal.
mechanical safety
What type of powder must NOT be used in muzzleloaders?
modern smokeless powders
What percentage of land is privately owned in Arkansas?
more than 85%
Arkansas regulations consider a muzzle loader unloaded when
percussion cap is not the nipple or priming powder is not in flash pan
What is the first of the four primary rules of firearms safety?
point the muzzle in a safe direction
Which of the following is a safety rule violation that can result in a hunting accident?
point the muzzle in an unsafe direction
Trapping helps control the ________of fur bearing animals
population
A safe hunter will only carry the correct __________for the firearm she is using
powder or ammunition
When another turkey hunter approaches your position, you should_______
remain still and call out to the hunter
Pittman-Roberson Act provides funds for
selecting, restoring, and imploring wildlife habitats
Responsible hunters will only raise their firearms to fire when
they have fully identified their target and are sure of a safe shot