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10 Question Hunter Safety Practice Test

Test your hunting knowledge with this 10 question hunter safety practice test.
You need to answer 8 out of 10 questions correctly to pass!


Legend: Correct Answer Your Answer

Question 1 of 10

What information does the data stamp located on the barrel of a shotgun indicate?

A

The manufacture date of the firearm
B

The type of action on the firearm
C

The gauge and length of the ammunition
D

The length of the barrel and the stock

Once in the treestand which of the following should be done first?

A

Load your firearm
B

Remove orange clothing
C

Have a cup of coffee
D

Secure the safety harness

Which of the following shotgun barrels has the smallest bore diameter?

A

10 gauge
B

12 gauge
C

16 gauge
D

20 gauge

When should a hunter ask a landowner permission to hunt on his or her property?

A

Well before the hunting season starts
B

The morning of the hunt
C

Once the hunt is completed if the hunter harvested game
D

Never. Hunters do not need to ask permission to hunt.

When storing firearms and ammunition, which of the following is an important consideration?

A

Ensuring that they are stored separately and securely
B

Ensuring that they are stored together in a single safe
C

Ensuring that they are stored under a bed or in a night stand
D

Ensuring that firearms are stored loaded in case of emergency

Which of the following is the best description of field dressing a harvested animal?

A

Preparing the animal to be mounted
B

Tagging the animal so it may be identified
C

Adding seasoning to the meat to help preserve it
D

Removing the entrails from the body cavity

Which of the following is an important consideration for treestand hunters concerning falls from a stand?

A

The chest strap or belt harness is the safest harness to use in case of a fall, since it does not restrict mobility
B

Using a haul line increases the chances of a fall. It is therefore better to carry all equipment into the stand by hand
C

It is important to carry emergency signaling devices that are readily accessible. Be prepared for a fall before it happens
D

The majority of treestand hunters do not need to worry about falling from a treestand, as long as they use a tree-anchored tether strap

If a hunter gets lost, which of the following statements is true?

A

Keeping a positive mental attitude is crucial in wilderness survival
B

Food must be found immediately in order to make it through the night
C

The hunter should avoid building a fire unless absolutely necessary
D

All plant species are safe to eat and are a good source of nutrients

How should your firearms and equipment be brought into a treestand?

A

Thrown up by someone still on the ground
B

Using a haul line once having reached the top
C

Carried up while climbing into the stand
D

Brought up while installing the treestand

Which of the following should all hunters do before using a treestand?

A

Be sure to have the latest scope on your firearm
B

Scout out a tree that is on a well-established game trail
C

Check its condition and follow the manufacturer's recommendations on use
D

Pack a lunch

Please answer question before continuing.