Hunters Ed final

The safest and not important clothing choice for hunting is __________ clothing

Fluorescent orange

What is a good safety precaution when fueling your boat?

Keep all windows and doors open during fueling

First step to becoming a responsible hunter

Knowing your equipment and how to use it safely

A PWC capsizes. What is the best ways to roll the PWC to turn it upright?

Roll the PWC according to the decal on the craft

When a safe muzzle control is used, the field carry that provides the best control is

Two- handed carry

Hypothermia can be prevented by _____

Staying dry and exposing yourself to the wind to dry out if wet

You are getting ready to fuel your boat. You tie the boat to the fuel dock. What should your passengers do before you start fueling?

Step onto the dock and away from the boat

To minimize the risk of a firearm incident in the home, you should never...

Store the firearm and ammunition together.

While boating, you see a red flag with a white diagonal stripe. What does the flag mean?

Swimming area, off-limits to all boats

Fish hooks should be stored in a:

Tackle box

A hunter's zone of fire is ______

The area in which a hunter can safely shoot

When two boats meet, the "stand-on" boat is defined:

The boat must maintain course and speed unless it becomes apparent the give-way boat is not taking appropriate action

_____ would not be an essential part of a hunting plan that you would leave with family member if friend

The number of game you plan to harvest

Which of the following is true regarding navigation sidelights?

The red navigation light is on the port side

When sighting in and practicing with your rifle or shotgun before hunting, be sure to use___.

The same ammunition you plan to use while hunting

The most common complaints about PWC operators are:

They can come too close to shore and repeat routes regularly They jump boat wakes They ride too close to other boats

The international emergency signal for distress is

Three fires evenly spaced Three shots Three blasts of a whistle

Broad heads used for big game hunting should be

Tied in a bundle

A sailboat that does not have its sails up and is using an auxiliary engine to power the boat is classified as a powerboat

True

A sailboat that is under sale means that the sales are up and the wind is propelling the boat

True

If operating a boat under sail, you must give way to any boat not under command, any boat restricted in its ability to maneuvers or a boat engaged in commercial fishing

True

The PWC will continue in the direction it was headed before the throttle was released or the engine was shut off, no matter which way the steering control is turned

True

Good hunting ethics are not

Usually in written laws

A responsible and ethical hunter

Waste meat and usable parts of the game harvested

You are getting ready for a short daytime outing on the water. What is the most important information to tell a person?

Where you will be boating and when you plan to return

A responsible Texas hunter is careful, considerate, courteous and

capable

if three hunters are walking in single File it is acceptable for the hunter in the middle to use the ________

cradle carry

Bleeding should be controlled by applying ___ to the wound.

direct pressure

Good marksmanship is

hitting your target accurately and consistently

Responsible hunters ______

keep firearms out of sight when not hunting

The action of a firearm is made up of parts that

load, unload, fire and eject the cartridge or shotshell

An unsafe practice when using a muzzleloader is

loading directly from horn flask or the container

Wildlife conservation ensures that

renewable resources can replenish themselves indefinitely.

__ should be worn at all times while climbing a tree and when on a tree stand.

safety harness

Habitat for wildlife must include ___________.

space, arrangement, food, cover, and water

How many charges should you load in a muzzleloader at a time

the one in charge

If while boating at night you see only a green light you know you are encountering a ________

A sailboat under sail and you must give way

The three basic parts of a modern firearm are _____

Action, stock, barrel

How does alcohol affect the body while boating

Alcohol has a much greater effect than on land

If operating a power boat, you must give way to all of these situations except

Any boat not under command

When docking your boat you should:

Approach the wind and put your genders to cushion the top

When two boats meet, the "give-way" boat is defined:

As the boat which is required to take early and substantial action to avoid a collision by stopping, slowing down or changing direction

An angler's responsibility include (s):

Asking permission before entering another person's property Picking up littler: yours or that left by others Respect the right of others who use the resource

As a courtesy to other boaters and people onshore, PWC operators should always:

Be aware of excessive noise created when operating in the same area too long, avoid operating with other PWC's near shore Not jump the wake of another boat recklessly or drive to close to other boats

The proper powder to use in a muzzleloader is

Black powder or synthetic substitute

Which pierce of Thacker is used to keep bait at a specific depth and also indicates when there is a strike

Bobber

A _____ short is the most effective shot on a deer, antelope and other large game animals

Broadside

Which of the following fish do not have scales

Catfish

A true sportsman not only strives to bring home the wild game he or she is seeking but also strives to _____ the animal

Cause the minimal amount of suffering on

Does not cause meat to spoil

Cold

Which of the following are freshwater fish

Crappie, bass, catfish

Knowing your firearm's range is critical-- it allows you to ______________________.

Determine whether or not you can make a clean kill, and know at what distances your firearm could cause injury.

According to Aldo Leopoldo, the "father of wildlife management," ethical behavior is

Doing the right thing when no one else is watching - even when doing the wrong thing is legal.

It is against the law to operate a PWC in a manner that requires the operator to swerve at the last moment to avoid a collision with another boat or PWC

False

It is legal to operate a PWC at night

False

Exhaust outlets are often located in the area under a boat's swim platform. The area should be strictly off- limits. What is the danger if a swimmer enters this area?

Fatal carbon monoxide poisoning

What is the safest way to float if your small craft capsizes?

Float on your back on the upstream side the craft

If while boating at night you see a green and white light you must

Give way and let the other boats pass

If while boating at night you see a red and a white light, you must

Give-way to the other vessel. Slow down and allow the vessel to pass.

The get your firearm into an elevated stand safely.....?

Haul up UNLOADED firearm after you have secured yourself in the stand.

Of you are fishing from a boat and encounter foul weather, you should:

Head for the nearest shore which you can safely approach

Understanding the anatomy of the animal you are hunting will help you _____

Hit a vital organ for a clean kill

What is the cause of the most boating accidents

Human error

You should always plan your hunt and

Hunt your plan

Causing an accident by mistaking another person for a game animal is an example of a

Hunter judgement mistake

Which of the following statements concerning PWC laws are true

If provided, the ignition safety switch must be attached to the operator PWC's are considered boats and must follow all boating laws

What device on a boat is most important to prevent propeller strike injuries?

Ignition safety switch lanyard

If a game requires it, a tag should be completed and secured to the animal

Immediately after the kill

A safety is located around the receiver of the firearm and ___.

Is a device that blocks the action to prevent accidental firing.

In the _____, success is determined by bagging the limit, which can cause hunters to take unsafe shots.

Limiting-out stage

A common error when hunting birds with a shotgun is

Lowering the head and cheek to the stock of the shotgun

The white light located at the highest point possible on a sailboat is called the:

Master head light

A motorboat and a PWC are meeting head - on. Which one is the stand- one vessel?

Motorboat

Went to power boats or PWC's are traveling at each other in a head on situation, which answer best describes what should happen?

Neither boat is the stand-on boat and both should give way and keep to the right

It is critical that you know about the game you are hunting because

Only one sex of the game you're hunting may be legal There may be protected species in the same area that you need to avoid shooting It will increase your chance of success

A passenger on a small boat falls overboard. How should this person be pulled back onto the boat?

Over the stern with the engine turned off

According to Texas law, which statement is NOT true about PWC's

PWC operators must maintain a distant of at least 25 feet or more between themselves and other boats while underway (greater than headway spread)

If you are overtaking a power of you should

Pass on left or pass on the right

When approaching a downed deer or other large animal, you should _______

Pause above and behind the animal's head and watch the chest cavity for any movement.

When hunting from a boat, it is best to always wear?

Personal Floatation Device

If crossing a fence while hunting alone, you should?

Place the gun on the other side of the fence with the muzzle pointed away from you and then cross

The following picture is what type of lure? (Double hook)

Plugs

When cleaning a firearm the first step is?

Point muzzle in safe direction and make sure it is unloaded.

To safety load or unload your firearm, you should always

Point the muzzle in a safe direction Put the safety on if not already on

When a sailboat (under sail) and a power boat meet in a crossing situation, which boat is the give way boat?

Power boat

After the firing pin strikes the primer of the ammunition igniting the powder and causing it to burn, what pushes the projectile down the barrel?

Pressure from expanding gas

The proper technique for pulling the trigger when shooting a rifle is to_____

Pull the trigger quickly, moving

The re-circulating current created by a low head dam is dangerous because it:

Pushed a lot of water downstream which causes drownings

To load or unload a firearm safely, you should always

Put the safety on and point the muzzle in a safe direction.

You are preparing to tow an outboard boat. What should you do to prevent damage to the engine while on the read

Raise the ending and secure it

A good safety rule to follow when shooting a bow is

Release the arrow only when the path to the target and beyond is clear

What should you do immediate is a boat motor catches fire?

Shut off the fuel supply

Which reel is often called a closed-faced reel

Spin casting

Which of the following methods is commonly used by beginning anglers

Spincasting

Fishing thing

Spinning

Texas law requires a PWC operator to stay at least ______ feet from another boat, PWC or shoreline unless the PWC is moving at headway spead

50

______________ is not a safe way to transport a firearm.

Loaded and in a gun rack in the rear window

You are operating a PWC. What will happen if you shut off the engine

You will keep going in the same direction with no steering control

An example of negligent and reckless operation in Texas would be:

allowing Passengers to ride on the bow or gunwale while underway Encircling swimmers or boaters who are fishing Operating at speed that are not prudent based on boating traffic

Firearms should be stored unloaded, lightly oiled in a locked location and separate from

ammunition