Hunting Test
What are the four components of this rifle cartridge?
1. Bullet, 2. Case, 3. Gunpowder, 4. Primer
What are the 5 components of this shot shell?
1. Case; 2. Shot pellets, 3. Wad Column, 4. Gunpowder, 5. Primer
Where is the nock located on the following arrow?
4
How many feet does a safety zone extend from a dwelling or school playground while firearm hunting?
450
Which of the following firearms is an example of a flintlock muzzleloader?
A
Which of the following is the best example of safe and responsible carrying or handling of a firearm?
Always making sure the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction
Which of the following is a safety precaution which should be taken by anyone hunting with a muzzleloading firearm?
Always wear eye protection
In which of the following images does the archer, using proper technique, have his bow string pulled back to his anchor point?
B
Where is the action located on this firearm?
B
Which of the following firearms is an example of an inline percussion muzzleloader?
B
Which of the following images represents the correct and appropriate Zones of Fire for the three (3) safe hunters below?
B
What type of action is this firearm?
Break action
Which tool should always be used to get the projectile started down the barrel?
Bullet starter
Which of the following firearms has a hammer or half-cock safety?
C
Which of the following firearms has a lever or pivot safety located on the bolt to lock the firing pin?
C
Which of the following is a rimfire cartridge?
C
Which of the following is an example of a fishing point and is best suited for bow fishing?
C
Which of the following is an example of a pump action shotgun?
C
What information does the data stamp located on the barrel of a shotgun indicate?
C. The gauge and length of the ammunition
Where is the muzzle located on this firearm?
D
Where is the touch hole on this flintlock muzzleloader?
D
When is it appropriate to disengage the safety on a firearm?
D. When it is safe and you are ready to take a shot
When hunting with an air gun for rabbits and squirrels your best place to aim is?
Head
What is the most important thing to remember if you happen to stumble or fall while carrying a firearm?
Hold onto the firearm and control the direction of the muzzle
Why might some hunters prefer to hunt with a muzzleloading firearm instead of a rifle or shot gun?
Hunting with a muzzleloader offers a greater challenge
What is the purpose of a trigger guard on a firearm?
It helps protect the trigger from being accidentally pulled
What actions should the safe hunter take in the case of a hangfire (when the trigger is pulled and the firearm does not discharge)?
Keep the muzzle pointed In a safe direction and wait at least 2 minutes before unloading
What are the metal ridges between the spiral grooves on the inside of a rifled barrel called?
Lands
What type of action is this firearm?
Lever
What should the safe hunter do before loading a rifle?
Make sure the datastamp on the rifle's barrel matches the one on the cartridge base
When preparing to take a shot what should you do before placing your finger inside the trigger guard and onto the trigger?
Make sure to properly identify the target and what's beyond it
Which of the following statements regarding muzzleloaders is true?
Muzzleloaders are always loaded from the muzzle end
If you suspect that the barrel of a firearm has become obstructed, what should you do to clear the obstruction?
Point the muzzle in a safe direction, unload the firearm and clear it using the necessary tools
What is an important safety consideration when loading a muzzleloader?
Point the muzzle up and away from your face and body when loading
What type of action is this firearm?
Semi-Automatic
To unload most air guns at the end of the day you need to?
Shoot air gun into safe backstop
What is determined by the number of lead balls (each having the same diameter as the bore) required to make one pound?
The gauge of a shotgun
New Jersey has specific seasons for harvesting deer with a muzzleloader. Which of the following is required for a hunter to participate in this season?
The hunter must purchase a muzzleloader permit for a specified zone.
If someone were to load a firearm with the wrong-sized ammunition, what would likely be the end result?
There could be damage done to the firearm, and serious injury to the shooter
Why is a break-action firearm a good choice for novice hunters?
They have a limit on shots per use
What is the purpose of a plug in a shotgun?
To limit the number of shells the magazine can hold
Why is it important to ensure your muzzleloader can handle modern smokeless powder as a propellant?
Using smokeless powder can cause serious injury to the shooter if the firearm is not designed for it.
