Hunter education NYS : chapter quiz chapters 1-10

What legal requirements must you consider when selecting a firearm for hunting?

caliber or gauge

Which type of bow has a rifle-like stock and shoots shorter arrows ("bolts")?

crossbow

A hunter is right-handed. When shooting a shotgun, this hunter should:

left foot slightly out

Which type of bow has straight limbs that form an arc when strung?

long bow

Which type of firearm sight is simple, inexpensive, and standard on most handguns?

open

Safety rule violations can cause hunting incidents. An example of a safety rule violation is:

pointing the muzzle in an unsafe direction

Bullets spin when shot from a rifle or handgun. What causes this spinning?

riffeling

There are four standard rifle-firing positions. Which position provides the least support?

standing

What type of shotgun pellets are allowed for waterfowl hunting in the U.S.?

steel

You nock an arrow with the bow parallel to the ground. The cock feather should be pointing

straight up

Hunting laws preserve wildlife. Hunter ethics preserve:

the opportunity to hunt

Why do hunters pattern their shotguns?

to select ammunition with the best performance

Which of the following is a symptom of hypothermia?

weak heart beat

What is the sight picture?

what you see when a firearm's sights are aligned correctly with the target

There are several ways to carry a gun. The trail carry:

when other hunters are near you , mussel pointed up

When do bow sights work best?

when the distance is known

you are handing a firearm to another person. When do you let go of the gun?

when they tell you they have it

Two duck hunters are seated back-to-back in a boat. How large is the zone-of-fire for each hunter?

180 degrees

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

Action

Which statement about arrows is true?

An arrow is as deadly as a bullet.

Which statement about broadheads is true?

Dress game with great caution until you find all parts of the broadhead.

You are shooting a muzzleloader. A hang fire happens. What should you do?

Keep the gun pointed downrange.

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

Match the information on the firearm's barrel to the information on the cartridge or shotshell before you shoot.

Which statement about muzzleloaders is true?

Muzzleloaders are early firearms that are loaded from the open end

You are loading your firearm. You start by pointing the muzzle in a safe direction and putting the safety on. Which of these should you do next?

Open the action, and make sure the barrel is unobstructed.

The basic components of cartridges and shotshells are similar. Shot pellets and a bullet are examples of which basic component?

Projectile

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?

The primer explodes and ignites the gunpowder.

Three hunters are walking single file. Which of the following would be safe?

Three hunters are walking single file. Which of the following would be safe?

What is the recommended method for attaching a haul line to a firearm?

Tie it to the sling.

There are four primary rules of firearm safety. One of these rules is:

Treat every firearm with the respect due a loaded gun.

Three hunters are hunting in a group, side by side. Who needs to be aware of the safe zones-of-fire?

all three hunters

Choose the true statement about a firearm's maximum projectile range.

When you know a firearm's range, you know how far the bullet or shot can travel and still cause injury.

Sighting-in a rifle means:

adjusting the sights to hit a target at a specific range

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

after each use

When firing a handgun, how far should you hold it from your body?

arms length

What powder is the only kind that should be used in a muzzleloader?

black powder or a synthetic substitute

What is the only arrowhead that may be used for big game hunting?

broad head

What is the preferred rifle shot for larger game animals, such as elk or bear

broad side

How can you show respect for non-hunters?

by transporting animals without displaying them

What parts of your body should have protection whenever you shoot any firearm?

eyes and ears

How should a downed deer or other large animal be approached?

from above and behind the head

Which shotgun choke is best for hunting a large, slow bird, such as a turkey?

full

Which shotgun choke has the tightest shot pattern?

full - choke

What is the number-one cause of spoiled meat

heat

For safety, a firearm should be stored

in a locked location, away from the ammunition

A firearm safety:

is a mechanical device that could fail

In hunting, it is important to know which eye is dominant. Your dominant eye

is the eye you should use to aim a firearm

The bullets for a rifle or handgun are commonly made out of:

lead

All hunters should take several steps to prepare for each hunting trip. Which step will increase your hunting success and add to your enjoyment?

lean abt the game you hunt

Choose the true statement about alcohol and hunting.

never drink

Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the limiting-out stage?

quality of game rather than quantity

What are the two basic styles of firearm actions?

single-shot and repeating

Why are hunting regulations passed?

to establish safety guidelines for hunting

Always unload a firearm before:

tuff terrain

You stumble in the field. The barrel of your firearm dips into the ground. You follow the steps to check for an obstruction in the firearm. After pointing the muzzle in a safe direction, what is the next step?

unload the firearm

What is the safest way to transport a firearm?

unloaded and cased

Which method is recommended for climbing a tree to enter an elevated stand?

using a fall-arrest system (safety harness)

What is critical when selecting the ammunition for a firearm?

using the correct cartridge or shotshell

What is one way to find the rules and regulations for the specific species you plan to hunt?

visit the wildlife agency's website

What part of the game animal is the most effective place to shoot?

vital organs