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  • Why should you not rely on the safety to protect against accidents?
    It is a mechanical device that can fail
  • How many square inches of blaze orange is needed to hunt deer with firearms?
    400 square inches
  • How can hunters show respect for non-hunters?
    Keep firearms out of sight, No gory pictures, keep firearms out of sight
  • Hunter Education produces ______________ and ______________ hunters.
    Knowledgeable, Responsible
  • What colors should you NOT wear while turkey hunting?
    Red, White, Blue
  • What are 2 ways to respect landowners while hunting?
    Leave land better than you found it, shut gates, ask for permission, thank them for allowing you to hunt
  • What should you do before each hunting trip?
    Leave a plan
  • Name one general category of firearm accidents.
    Hunter Judgement mistakes, Safety violation, Lack of control or practice, Mechanical failure
  • If you are hunting from a boat, what must you have at all times?
    Flotation device
  • Where on the animal should a hunter take a shot for a quick, clean kill?
    Vital organs (Heart and lungs)
  • Responsible hunters know their firearms _________________.
    Effective range
  • What are 3 basic parts of a firearm?
    Action, Stock, Barrel
  • What is the most controlled carrying position?
    2 Handed ready
  • What is the first step in cleaning your firearm?
    Point the muzzle in a safe direction
  • You should always use what while hunting from a tree stand?
    Fall Arrest System (Harness)
  • What are the 3 main causes of meat spoilage?
    Heat, dirt, moisture
  • Which type of game should you never stalk?
    Turkey
  • Illinois law requires what to safely transport a firearm?
    Unloaded, in a case
  • What is the most stable shooting position?
    Prone
  • What is the first rule of handling a firearm safely?
    Point the muzzle in a safe direction, treat as if it were loaded
  • How would one safely cross a fence with a firearm if he/she was alone?
    Unload gun, place over fence pointing away, cross fence, retrieve fun
  • What is the greatest threat to wildlife today?
    Habitat loss
  • What safety precaution can be taken to ensure a safe handgun carry?
    Keep an empty chamber in front of the hammer
  • Name 2 of three places where you would find information to match ammo to a firearm.
    Barrel, on the ammo itself, on the box
  • From what direction should you approach down game?
    From above and behind the head
  • What type of firearm action is not legal to hunt deer with?
    Auto or Semi Automatic
  • Describe ethics according to the hunter safety books.
    Doing the right thing when no one is watching, even when the wrong thing is legal
  • What mistake can cause a firearm to explode other than mechanical error?
    Wrong ammunition for the firearm
  • What should you use to get your bow safely into a tree stand?
    Haul line
  • Before shooting game, what should you be certain of?
    Your target and what is beyond
  • When do responsible hunters review game laws?
    Review laws well in advance
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