Hunter's safety

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What are the "big three" necessities for outdoor or hunting survival? A Shelter, Fire and Signal B Shelter, Signal and Compass C Compass, Fire and Food D Fire, Food and Gunpowder

A

What can be done to increase the accuracy of slugs in a shotgun? A Use rifled barrels or chokes B Use the standing shooting position C Remove the choke D Remove the primer

A

What purpose does the case of a rifle or handgun cartridge serve? A To hold all of its components together B To create enough pressure to propel the bullet C To serve as the projectile D To control the spread of the shot

A

When should a hunter ask a landowner permission to hunt on his or her property? A Well before the hunting season starts B The morning of the hunt C Once the hunt is completed if the hunter harvested game D Never. Hunters do not need to ask permission to hunt.

A

When traveling by any motorized vehicle, how would the safe hunter transport their firearm? A Unloaded, with the action open and in a protective case B Loaded, with the safety on and in a protective case C Uncased, loaded with the action closed D Uncased, loaded and within reach for a quick shot

A

Which of the following best describes the practice of still hunting? A A technique where a safe hunter moves slowly through a hunting area looking for game animals B A technique where a safe hunter follows fresh game animal signs or has visually spotted game in the distance C A technique where a ground blind or a temporary structure is set up by the safe hunter before the hunting season D A technique where a group of safe hunters splits into two groups where one group acts as the standers and the other as drivers

A

Which of the following is a requirement for a 15-year old who wishes to hunt in Minnesota? A Must have a Firearm Safety Certificate B Must be under direct adult supervision C Must hunt with a semi-automatic shotgun D Must hunt with a bolt-action rifle

A

Which of the following is an action that should be taken by anyone riding an all-terrain vehicle (ATV)? A Always ask permission before using privately-owned trails B Travel at a quick speed to minimize environmental damage C Always use the quickest path to the hunting site D Transport all firearms loaded and ready for immediate use

A

Which of the following is one of the primary purposes of the Minnesota DNR? A Conserve wildlife populations for future generations B Preserve wildlife populations by eliminating hunting C Protect hunting rights by introducing new firearms D Aiding human development by urbanizing wildlife areas

A

Which of the following should be considered when sighting in a rifle? A Gravity, air resistance and energy loss all have an effect on the bullet's trajectory B A rifle sighted to hit a target at 100 yards will also hit the center of that target at 50 yards C Avoid using a steady rest when firing a rifle since this will affect the bullet's trajectory D Breathe normally while squeezing the trigger. Holding your breath will affect the bullet's trajectory.

A

Which one of the following would be considered illegal trespassing? A Hunting on private land without first asking for permission B Hunting on private land with the land owner's consent C Trapping on any public land D Hunting with a muzzleloader during the archery hunting season

A

Why is it important to keep the muzzle of a firearm pointed in a safe direction, even though the firearm's safety is engaged? A The safety is a mechanical device and consequently subject to failure B The safety is not designed to stop the firing pin from striking the primer C Having the safety engaged increases the chance of an accidental fire D There is no need to control the direction of the muzzle if the safety is engaged.

A

Why would the safe hunter never shoot in the direction of rocks or water? A Rocks or water are not an appropriate backstop as they might cause the bullet to ricochet B Shooting towards rocks or water will effectively stop a bullet or shot C Shooting towards rocks or water will alert the game animal of the hunter's presence D There is no reason to avoid shooting towards rocks or water

A

With regards to a dog's well being, why is it most important to ensure they remain warm and dry? A Like humans, dogs can experience hypothermia B A dry dog has a much more impressive appearance C So you wont have to purchase a jacket for the dog D Retrievers are more efficient if they are warm and dry

A

A retriever would most likely be used for what type of hunting? A Stalking B Waterfowl C Small game D Large game

B

After having properly identified the target, in which of the following scenarios would it be acceptable for the safe hunter to take a shot? A When the shot would be considered illegal and unethical B When there is an appropriate backstop behind the animal C When the animal is located on the top of a hill D When there is another person located behind the animal

B

How is the caliber of a rifle or handgun determined? A The length of the barrel measured from the muzzle to the action B The distance between opposite lands inside the barrel C The circumference of the barrel when measured from the exterior. D The length of the ammunition that it can fire

B

There are five requirements for maintaining a healthy habitat in which a wildlife population can survive. They are food, water, cover, arrangement and ________. What is the missing requirement? A Conservationists B Space C Weather D Predators

B

What are the 5 components of this shot shell? A 1. Projectile, 2. Case, 3. Gunpowder, 4. Primer, 5. Wad Column B 1. Case; 2. Shot pellets, 3. Wad Column, 4. Gunpowder, 5. Primer C 1. Shot pellets, 2. Case, 3. Gunpowder, 4. Flint 5. Slug D 1. Slug, 2. Wad Column, 3. Gunpowder, 4. Case, 5. Primer

B

What is controlled by the top dial on a telescopic sight? A The vertical reticle (Side to Side) B The horizontal reticle (Up and Down) C The diagonal reticle D The optical zoom

B

When cleaning a firearm, what end of the firearm should you generally clean from? A The muzzle B The breech C The trigger D The sight

B

When hunting for Wild Turkey, which of the following is an important safety consideration? A Avoid using blaze orange to mark your hunting spot since this will scare the turkey away B Sit with your back against a tree at least as wide as your shoulders C If another hunter approaches, make as much movement as possible to indicate your presence D Never call a turkey. Instead, use your senses and carefully stalk the animal

B

Which of the following actions is considered illegal in Minnesota? A Using a 30 caliber rifle to hunt big game B Shooting on or across a public highway C Hunting on publicly-owned land D Hunting on privately-owned land

B

Which of the following firearms would have to be cleaned from the muzzle end? A Break Action B Lever Action C Bolt Action D Pump Action

B

Which of the following items should you ALWAYS carry in a survival pack? A Spare ammunition B Fire starting equipment C Firewood D Personal flotation devices

B

If the safe hunter is alone, which of the following would be the safe and correct procedure for boarding a watercraft for a hunting excursion? A Board the watercraft while carrying all equipment and firearms B Push off from shore and jump onto the watercraft once launched C Load all firearms and equipment before boarding D Board the watercraft and then load any equipment

C

In a designated hunting season, during what time of the day is it legal to shoot big game in Minnesota? A Between sunrise and sunset only B Between sunset and sunrise only C From one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset D From one-half hour before sunset to one-half hour after sunrise

C

What are the three (3) steps a safe hunter should follow in the treatment of minor cuts and abrasions? A Rinse the wound in warm water, apply antibacterial ointment and apply a sterile dressing. B Rinse the wound in cold water, apply antibacterial ointment and allow the wound to breathe. C Clean the wound with soap and water, apply antibacterial ointment and apply a sterile dressing. D Clean the wound with soap and water, apply a cold pack and let the wound breathe.

C

What causes a bullet or projectile to travel down the barrel of a firearm and exit at the muzzle? A Direct force from the strike of the firing pin B Explosion of the primer mix C Expanding gasses from the burning gunpowder D Compression of the cartridge casing

C

What should be done if you notice the firearm has been damaged or is not working properly? A Attempt to fix it on your own B Throw it away, it can no longer be used C Take it to a qualified gunsmith for repair D Nothing, it might still fire accurately

C

Which of the following defines a firearm's action? A It is a tube made of steel that the bullet or shot travels through B It supports the stock and the barrel and can be made of one of two separate pieces C It contains the parts that load, fire and eject a cartridge or shot shell D It is the number which is located on the side of the firearm that is used for identification

C

Which of the following is an important consideration that should be kept in mind when hunting with dogs? A Dogs should only be used when hunting for smaller game B Be aware of where the dog is and what breed of dog it is C Treat the dog as a fellow hunter and never point the muzzle in the dog's direction D Normal safe firearm handling rules do not apply when hunting with dogs

C

Which of the following safety harnesses is the safest and MOST recommended when hunting from a Treestand? A Simple belt harness B Chest Harness C FAS/FBH D Tree anchored safety strap

C

In Minnesota, at which age can a person start hunting without adult supervision, provided they have a Firearm Safety Certificate? A 11 B 12 C 13 D 14

D

What is the most important thing to remember if you happen to stumble or fall while carrying a firearm? A Give out a shout so that others in the vicinity will know that you are falling B Throw the firearm into the air to reduce the chance that it will fire by accident C Use the firearm's barrel to try and break your fall D Hold on to the firearm and control the direction of the muzzle

D

What is the purpose of a magazine on a firearm? A To prevent the firearm from firing B To support the action and the barrel C To protect the trigger from accidental firing D To act as a storage device for cartridges or shot shells

D

What should an ethical hunter do before the hunting season begins or heading out for a hunt? A Decide on what the hunting strategy will be and be sure stick to it B Be sure to obtain a copy of the previous year's hunting regulations C Make sure to wear camouflage clothing so game animals can't see them D Practice with the rifle, shotgun or bow they will use for the hunt

D

What should hunters in Minnesota consider when getting dressed for a hunt? A Small game hunters are not required to wear blaze orange clothing B Turkey hunters must not wear blaze orange on their way to and from their hunting site C Big game hunters should never wear blaze orange because it will alert the animal D Hunters must adhere to the blaze orange requirements for the game they are hunting and the season in which they are hunting

D

When is it appropriate to disengage the safety on a firearm? A When transporting the firearm B When crossing a fence C When handing the firearm to another hunter D When it is safe and you are ready to take a shot

D

When the safe hunter is in a survival situation, which of the following is considered an unsafe method of purifying drinking water? A Water purification tablets B Portable water purifiers C Boiling water for 5 minutes D Removing all visible debris

D

Which of the following is a source of funding for the Minnesota Hunter Education Program? A Taxes on any fishing product bought within the state B A portion of fees from camping permits C Manufacturers of all terrain or utility vehicles used to transport hunters D Donations from the US Fish & Wildlife Service

D

Which of the following shooting positions is considered to be the least steady? A The prone position B The sitting position C The kneeling position D The standing position

D

Which of the following would be an example of the actions of an ethical hunter? A Making sure to leave hunting licenses and required game tags in the truck so that they are not lost B Keeping all knowledge of sport hunting a secret to ensure personal success C Leaving the entrails of a game animal at the site of the harvest for other wildlife to dispose of D Practicing marksmanship before the hunting season to ensure a clean, swift harvest of a targeted animal

D

Who is required to follow the rules of firearm safety? A Hunters under the age of 18 B Gunsmiths C Persons hunting from a treestand D Everyone using a firearm

D


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