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20 Cards in this Set
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What can be done to increase the accuracy of slugs in a shotgun?
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Use rifled barrels or chokes
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What is the purpose of a soft or hallow point on a hunting bullet?
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It allows the bullet to mushroom on impact
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Where is the primer located on the following rifle cartridge?
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Which of the following should be done before loading a shotgun
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Match the gauge on the bottom of the shell to the shotgun's data stamp
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What causes a bullet or projectile to travel down the barrel of a firearm and exit at the muzzle?
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Expanding gasses from the burning gunpowder
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Which of the following shotgun barrels has the smallest bore diameter?
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20 gauge
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What information does the data stamp located on the barrel of a shotgun indicate?
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The gauge and length of the ammunition
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What are the metal ridges between the spiral grooves on the inside of a rifled barrel called?
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Lands
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What is a shot string?
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A pattern of the pellets as they exit the muzzle of a shotgun
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What is the purpose of a choke on a shotgun?
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To control the spread of the shot
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What should be done if you notice the firearm has been damaged or is not working properly?
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Take it to a qualified gunsmith for repair
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What should the outside surface of a firearm be cleaned with?
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A lightly oiled rag
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Which of the following equipment is strongly recommended when cleaning a firearm?
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Latex gloves
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Which of the following is an important safety rule when cleaning any firearm?
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Wear eye and hand protection
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Which of the following firearms would have to be cleaned from the muzzle end?
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Lever Action
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When choosing a cleaning brush for your firearm what should you keep in mind?
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It should be the same size as the caliber or gauge of the firearm
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Which of the following is an important consideration when cleaning a firearm?
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All live ammunition should be removed from the work area before cleaning
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When storing firearms and ammunition, which of the following is an important consideration?
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Ensuring that they are stored separately and securely
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Which of the following adjustments to a firearm could be done by the hunter and would NOT need to be performed by a qualified gunsmith?
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Adjusting the sights
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What is the safe hunter's best resource for information on cleaning their firearm?
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The owner's manual for the firearm
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