Hunter's Ed

Name 3 Hunting-related projects for which the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act (Pittman- Robertson Act) provides funding.

1. Hunter Recruitment and Retention Education Program 2. Development and Operation of Public Target Ranges 3. habitat restoration.

List 4 factors that can limit wildlife populations.

1. Hunting. 2. Weather. 3. Disease. 4. Starvation

Name 3 behaviors of a responsible hunter.

1. Respect others. 2. Not poaching animals. 3. Mentoring others.

When hunting birds or rabbits, hunters in a group should be spaced _____ yards apart, and each should have a zone-fire of ___ degrees in front.

25-45; 45

25. The international emergency sign for distress is... a. 3 fires evenly spaced b. 3 shots c. 3 blasts of a whistle d. all of the above

25. All of the above

31. Good markmanship is built on... a. proper sight alignment/patterning b. proper shooting techniques c. practice d. all of the above

31. ALl of the above

43. It is critical you know about the game you're hunting, because... a. only 1 sex of the game you're hunting may be legal. b. there may be protected species in the same area that you need to avoid shooting c. animals in the same species may be very similar. d. all of the above

43. All of the above

When patterning a shotgun, the ideal pattern for lead shot will include __ percent of the total number of pellets in the load.

55

60. Which hunters can extend their hunting years by using a crossbow? a. older persons b. less physically capable persons c. persons with heart and other medical conditions d. all of the above

60. all of the above

87. To safely load or unload a firearm, you should always... a. put the safety on b. dry the firearm before loading and after unloading c. point the muzzle in a safe direction d. both a & c

87. both a and c

95. Safe turkey hunting techniques include... a. never wearing red, white, blue or black. b. avoiding gobble calls that might attract other hunters. c. positively identifying your target. d. all of the above

95. all of the above

______ should be worn at all times while climbing a tree and when in a tree stand.

A fall-arrest system

Why is it important to carry only the correct ammunition for the shotgun you're using?

A smaller gauge shotshell can slip past the chamber of a larger gauge gun and result in serious injury.

3 most basic parts of a modern firearm are...

Action, stock and barrel.

A responsible and ethical hunter should.... a. Strive for a quick, clean kill. B. Leave the land better than he or she found it. C. Abide by game laws. D. All of the above.

All of the above.

All handguns should be fired at _____ length.

Arm's

You should use only ammunition that exactly matches the calibur or gauge specifications marked on the _______ of your firearm.

Barrel

_______ _______ and ___________ are the only types of powder that may be used in most muzzleloaders.

Black powder; black powder subsitute

A ______ shot is one of the preferred shot angles for big game animals.

Broadside

Conservation is... A. Overhauling a resource B. Underused a resource C. Wisely using a resource D. Never using a resource.

C. Wisely using a resource

_____ would not contribute to meat spoiling.

Cold

What type of ammunition is used with an atlatl?

Dart

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

Determine whether or not you're able to make an ethical, clean, quick kill.

Harvested animals should be disposed of properly to prevent the spread of __________.

Diseases.

According to Aldo Leopoldo, the "father of wildlife management," ethical behavior is.... a. Killing game only for food B. Harvesting as much game as the law allows. C. Doing the right thing when no one else is watching- even when doing the wrong thing is legal. D. Not killing any wildlife but preserving it for future generations.

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

_______ is a hunting technique that involves a group of hunters moving through an area to push game out of cover.

Driving

To help you steady the rifle when you're ready to fire, draw a deep breath and ____ _____ ________

Exhale until comfortable

Hunting is an effective wildlife conversation tool because... A. Funding from permits helps many game and non-game species recover from dwindling populations. B. Hunters play an important role by supplying wildlife managers with needed information.

Funding from permits helps many game and non-game species recover from dwindling populations. B. Hunters play an important role by supplying wildlife managers with needed information.

The most effective place to shoot more animals is the vital organs- the _____ and ______.

Heart; lungs

What color is the safest choice for clothing

Hunter orange

Why is a crossbow a short-range hunting tool?

It's limited to 1 shot from less than 40 yards.

List 4 primary safety rules for firearm handling...

Keep muzzle pointed in safe directions, positively identify target & what's beyond firing, always keep safety pin on until shooting, always keep finger outside trigger guard until shooting

If you fall into frigid water, pull your _____ to your chest and keep your elbows _______.

Knees; close to sides

By continuously monitoring the birth rate and death rate of various species and the condition of their habitat, wildlife managers.... a. Know how to set hunting regulations and can determine if other management practices are needed to converse wildlife species. B. Know when to ignore hunting regulations they set earlier.

Know how to set hunting regulations and can determine if other management practices are needed to converse wildlife species.

In the _______, success is determined by bagging the limit, which can cause hunters to take unsafe shots. a. shooting stage b. limiting-out stage c. trophy stage d. sportsman stage

Limiting out stage

_____ is *not* a safe way to transport a firearm

Loaded and in a gun rack in the rear window

Excluding the crossbow, name the 3 most common bow types.

Longbow, recurve and compound

When hunting from a tree stand or ground blind, where should you place hunter orange material to make yourself more visible to others?

On all outside surfaces of the stand or blind

When hunting from a boat, always wear a

Personal flotation device

The goal of Hunter education is to... A. Give every hunter the same degree of skill & knowledge. B. Ensure that everyone enjoys hunting and has an opportunity to hunt. C. Produce safe, knowledgeable, responsible and involved hunters. D. None of the above.

Produce safe, knowledgeable, responsible and involved hunters.

Which of the following is not one of the 4 parts of an arrow? a. quarrel b. shaft c. arrowhead d. nock

Quarrel

The most common types of crossbows are the _______ and _____.

Recurve; compound

Trapping and relocating animals is an example of the _______ wildlife management practice. A. Hunting B. Artificial stocking C. Setting bag limits and legal methods for taking wildlife.

Setting bag limits and legal methods for taking wildlife.

5 primary requirements for survival

Shelter, water, fire, food, signal

_____ ___________ is the process of properly lining up the eye with the rear and front sights on open or aperture sights.

Sight alignment

Some types of air rifles are legal in MO for hunting _____ ____ and _____________.

Small game; white-tailed deer

Shotgun barrels typically have _____ walls to reduce walls.

Smooth

Which feature of a barrel puts a spiral spin on the bullet?

Smooth bore

4 basic characteristics that may be used for animal identification.

Sounds, distinctive markings, movement, group behavior

What 5 elements are needed for a viable habitat? A. Space, arrangement, food, cover, and water B. Brush, and rocks, predators, water and space.

Space, arrangement, food, cover, and water

There are 5 distinct stages of development that most hunters will experience. The most responsible and ethical is the....

Sportsman Stage

Which choke is the most open, allowing the shot pattern to spread faster?

The cylinder choke is the most open.

Which of these was *not* a reason for establishing hunting laws? A. To limit the profits of sporting goods manufacturers. B. To limit hunting methods and equipment. C. To set rules on how hunters take game. D. To limit harvesting and avoid hunting during nesting and most mating seasons.

To limit the profits of sporting goods manufacturers.

The carrying capacity of a wildlife area is the....

Total number of all animals the habitat can support year-long.

Which of these is *not* a source of hunter education funding and support? A. US Deportment of transportation B. MO Department of Conservation C. International Hunter Education Association- USA D. MO Hunting Heritage Federation

US Deportment of transportation

Where should you point the muzzle on a muzzleloader while loading it?

Up and away from the body

If 3 hunters are walking side by side, the hunter in the center should keep the gun pointed __ or _____.

Up; front

Which of these is *not* one of the 7 principles (sisters) of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation? A. Opportunities for hunting, fishing, and trapping shall be democratic. B. Laws and regulations determine how wildlife is allocated. C. The reasons for killing wildlife must be valid. D. Wildlife is a private resource.

Wildlife is a private resource.

What's the effect of alcohol on skills and abilities needed to hunt safely and responsibly?

alcohol impairs judgment.

Why should you avoid taking a shot at running animals? a. it's illegal b. it's impossible to follow through c. an ethical, quick, clean kill is unlikely

an ethical, quick, clean kill is unlikely

What should you do if a hunting companion breaks a leg and no medical help is readily available? a. try to straighten the limb and put a splint on it b. splint the limb the way you found it without trying to straighten it. c. leave the leg exposed to the air to reduce swelling d. place a thick pad around it without splinting it

b. splint the limb the way you found it without trying to straighten it.

Responsible hunters... a. use land without asking permission from the landowner. b. transport firearms out of sight. c. draw attention to themselves by wearing bloody or dirty hunting clothes when it's not necessary. d. unnecessarily harass or frighten livestock.

b. transport firearms out of sight.

To treat shock, keep the victim lying on his or her... a. stomach. b. back. c. side

back

5 types of firearm actions

break/hinge, bolt, lever, pump, semi-automatic

What should you *never* do if someone is downrage from you? a. point your firearm uprange b. keep firearms unloaded c. handle firearms in any manner d. keep firearms pointed in a safe direction

c. handle firearms in any manner

To bring respect to the sport of hunting, hunters can... a. transport bagged animals on the hood or roof of their cars. b. share graphic accounts and pictures of their hunting experiences with non-hunters. c. support organizations dedicated to improving habitat and management efforts. d. consume alcohol and loudly proclaim their hunting prowess.

c. support organizations dedicated to improving habitat and management efforts.

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

can fail or be bumped from the safe position.

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

cleanly and quickly kill

If 3 hunters are walking in single file, it's acceptable for the hunter in the middle to use the....

cradle carry

Bleeding should be controlled by applying _____ to the wound.

direct pressure

Heat exhaustion can be prevented by _____________ of water

drinking plenty of water.

Stalking involves...

following signs left by the animal.

Steel shot is...

harder than lead.

4 main causes of hunting incidents

hunter judgement, safety rule violations, lack of control/practice, mechanical failure

A good safety rule to follow with bows and arrows is...

keep an arrow only when the path to the target and beyond is clear.

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

For safety, what should you do first when removing obstructions from your firearm?

place the muzzle in a safe direction

What safety precaution should you take while cleaning your firearm?

point the muzzle in a safe direction.

An unsafe practice when using a muzzleloader is....

pouring powder directly from a horn, flask or other large container.

The component in ammunition that ignites the gunpowder when struck by the firing pin is the ______.

primer

Of the 4 standard rifle-firing positions, the steadiest is the _____ position

prone

What are 2 basic styles of firearm actions?

single-shot and repeating

6 proper field carries

sling, trail, two-handed/ "ready", shoulder, cradle, elbow/side-carry

The proper technique for pulling the trigger when firing a rifle is to ________. a. pull the trigger quickly, moving your finger b. squeeze the trigger slowly.

squeeze the trigger slowly.

______ can help prevent hypothermia. a. staying dry b. eating low-calorie foods c. wearing wet clothing to keep cool. d. ignoring severe weather alerts.

staying dry

You made sure your deer or turkey is dead, and you have unloaded your firearm and laid it aside. You should immediately....

tag the animal

The most accurate sight for a firearm is the ________.

telescopic

There are 4 areas to adress when preparing for a hunting trip: be ready, know your location, prepare for safety and....

tell others

______ would *not* be an essential part of a hunting plan that you would leave with a family member/friend. a. the number of game you plan to harvest. b. where and with whom you intend to hunt c. specific directions on the route to your destination. d. when you expect to return

the number of game you plan to harvest.

If crossing a fence while hunting alone, you should....

unload and place the firearm under the fence with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

Firearms should be stored __________, in a _______ location, and separate from __________.

unloaded; locked; ammunition

To get your firearm into an elevated stand safely.....

use a haul line to raise your unloaded firearm

To lesson the movement caused by barrel whip, try using a _____ barrel instead

use a target barrel instead

If dressing in cold weather conditions, you should... a. wear several layers of clothing b. wear light clothing c. wear a thin outer layer

wear several layers of clothing

With the swing-through shotgun-shooting method, when should you fire at the target? a. when pointing at or in front of the target b. when pointing behind the target

when pointing at or in front of the target