Intro to hunter education

Question 1

Watch that __________! Keep it pointed in a safe direction at all times.

Answer 1

Muzzle

Question 2

Treat every firearm with the respect due a ____ gun.

It might be, even if you think it isn’t.

Answer 2

loaded

Question 3

Be sure of the ______ and what is in ____ of it and _____ it.
Know the identifying features of the game you hunt. Make sure you have an adequate backstop—don’t shoot at a flat, hard surface or water.

Answer 3

Be sure of the target and what is in front of it and beyond it.

Question 4

Keep your finger outside the_____until ready to shoot.

This is the best way to prevent an accidental discharge.

Answer 4

trigger guard

Question 5

Check your barrel and ammunition.

Make sure the __________ are clear of obstructions, and carry only the proper ammunition for your firearm.

Answer 5

barrel and action

Question 6

_____ firearms when not in use.

Leave actions open, and carry firearms in cases and unloaded to and from the shooting area.

Answer 6

Unload

Question 7

____ a firearm only at something you intend to shoot.

Avoid all horseplay with a gun.

Answer 7

Point

Question 8

Don’t run, jump, or climb with a loaded firearm.

_____ a firearm before you climb a fence or tree, or jump a ditch. Pull a firearm toward you by the ___, not the muzzle.

Answer 8

Unload

butt

Question 9

Store firearms and _____ separately and safely.

Store each in secured locations beyond the reach of children and careless adults.

Answer 9

ammunition

Question 10

Avoid ____ beverages before and during shooting.

Also avoid mind– or behavior–altering medicines or drugs.

Answer 10

alcoholic