All modern firearms have three basic groups of parts. What are these parts? - answeraction, stock, barrel The basic components of cartridges and shotshells are similar. Which basic component is a bullet and shot pellets? - answerprojectile What is the main difference between centerfire and rimfire ammunition? - answerRimfire primer is in the rim of the casing. What type of shotgun pellets are allowed for waterfowl hunting in the U.S.? - answersteel When a shotgun fires, a sequence of events takes place. After the hunter pulls the trigger, what is the next event in the sequence? - answerThe firing pin strikes the primer. To make sure a bolt-action firearm is unloaded, you must check the: - answeropen-action and magazine Which statement is true about fully-automatic firearms? - answerA fully-automatic may not be used for hunting. A firearm safety: - answeris a mechanical device that could fails can fail when least expected due to wear or other factors can be bumped from the safe position A telescopic sight (or scope): - answergathers light to magnify a target Rifles, shotguns, and handguns differ mostly based on their: - answerbarrel and ammo ______ is a term that describes the size of a rifle or handgun bore. This term also describes the size of cartridges used with different bores. - answercaliber Shotguns are classified by: - answergauge In rifles and handguns, the diameter of the bore usually indicates: - answercaliber Which of the following statements is true? - answerNever carry more than one caliber or gauge of ammunition at the same time. A 20-gauge shell is placed in a 12-gauge shotgun. What is the danger? - answerThe shell could lodge in the barrel and cause serious personal injury Which of the following is the best way to make sure you have the proper ammunition for your firearm? - answerMatch the information on the firearm's barrel to the information on the cartridge or shotshell before you shoot. When you know a firearm's effective killing range, you can determine: - answerwhen a shot can give a clean kill. Choose the true statement about a firearm's maximum projectile range. - answerWhen you know a firearm's range, you know how far the bullet or shot can travel and still cause injury. How often should a firearm be cleaned to keep it in top condition? - answerafter each use For safety, a firearm should be stored: - answerIn a locked location, away from the ammunition