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How are laws and regulations different from one another? |
Laws are long-standing, while regulations can be modified quickly |
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Which of the following is the number one reason why non-hunters oppose hunting? |
Poor hunter behavior |
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Which of the following statements is true? |
Hunters should be concerned about obeying all hunting laws and regulations |
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Why were hunting laws and regulations initially enacted? |
To protect wildlife from over hunting and market hunting |
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Which agency is responsible for managing Florida’s hunting laws and regulations? |
The Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission |
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Which of the following is required for someone under the age of 16 to possess a loaded firearm in Florida? |
Hunting legally and under the direct supervision of an adult who possesses a valid hunting license |
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Which of the following is NOT a reason for hunting laws today? |
Protect hunters from dangerous wildlife |
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Which of the following is a piece of land owned by the state on which hunting is permitted? |
Wildlife Management Area |
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Approximately how many Wildlife Management Areas (WMA’s) are found in Florida? |
130 |
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Where can a hunter find up-to date information on Florida’s hunting regulations? |
Look up the Florida Hunting Regulations online |
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Which of the following handguns might be fitted with a mechanical safety? |
Semi-Automatic Pistol |
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Which of the following firearms has a hammer or half-cock safety? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10101900-c.gif |
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What are the three (3) main parts of a handgun? |
Frame, barrel and action |
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Why is it important to keep the muzzle of a firearm pointed in a safe direction, even though the firearm’s safety is engaged? |
The safety is a mechanical device and consequently subject to failure |
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Which of the following firearms has a lever or pivot safety located on the bolt to lock the firing pin? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10100300-c.gif |
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Where is the action located on this firearm? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10100700-b.gif |
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Which of the following is a characteristic of a lever action firearm? |
To load a cartridge from the magazine, grasp the lever and swing it down and away from you |
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Which of the following is a double-action revolver? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10103100-b.gif |
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Which of the following is an example of a break or hinge action firearm? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10101100-d.gif |
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Which of the following defines a firearm’s action? |
It contains the parts that load, fire and eject a cartridge or shot shell |
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Which of the following shot pellets has the smallest diameter? |
No. 9 |
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What is the purpose of having lands and grooves inside the barrel of a rifle? |
To give the bullet or projectile spin to increase accuracy |
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If someone were to load a firearm with the wrong-sized ammunition, what would likely be the end result? |
There could be damage done to the firearm, and serious injury to the shooter |
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During what step in the firing process would the gunpowder be ignited? |
When the firing pin strikes the primer |
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How is the caliber of a rifle or handgun determined? |
The distance between opposite lands inside the barrel |
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Which of the following is a rimfire cartridge? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10201500-c.gif |
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Which of the following should be done before loading a shotgun? |
Match the gauge on the bottom of the shell to the shotgun’s datastamp |
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What can be done to increase the accuracy of slugs in a shotgun? |
Use rifled barrels or chokes |
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What is a shot string? |
A pattern of the pellets as they exit the muzzle of a shotgun |
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When must a hunter use a magazine plug in their shotgun? |
When hunting migratory game birds |
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Which of the following equipment is strongly recommended when cleaning a firearm? |
Latex gloves |
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Which of the following is an important consideration when cleaning a firearm? |
All live ammunition should be removed from the work area before cleaning |
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Which of the following firearms would have to be cleaned from the muzzle end? |
Lever Action |
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Which of the following is an important safety rule when cleaning any firearm? |
Wear eye and hand protection |
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Which of the following is an important safety rule that must be followed while cleaning a firearm? |
Keep the firearm unloaded, with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction |
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What should be done if you notice the firearm has been damaged or is not working properly? |
Take it to a qualified gunsmith for repair |
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When storing firearms and ammunition, which of the following is an important consideration? |
Ensuring that they are stored separately and securely |
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When cleaning a firearm, what end of the firearm should you generally clean from? |
The breech |
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What is the safe hunter’s best resource for information on cleaning their firearm? |
The owner’s manual for the firearm |
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When cleaning your firearm, why should you avoid dipping a cleaning brush directly into the cleaning solution container? |
Dipping the brush directly into the cleaning solution will contaminate the entire supply |
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Which of the following is a safety consideration when using a traditional wooden ramrod? |
There is a chance they will shatter under pressure, causing injury |
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What type of muzzleloading firearm is the most popular and most commonly used among hunters today? |
Inline Percussion Muzzleloader |
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Which of the following is a safety precaution which should be taken by anyone hunting with a muzzleloading firearm? |
Always wear eye protection |
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What does it mean when the mark on the ramrod disappears into the barrel of the muzzleloader? |
The firearm is seated |
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Which of the following is a characteristic of a flintlock muzzleloader? |
When the trigger is pulled the hammer causes the flint to strike the frizzen, creating a shower of sparks |
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Which of the following statements regarding muzzleloaders is true? |
Muzzleloaders are always loaded from the muzzle end |
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Where is the hammer located on this muzzleloading firearm? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10400200-d.gif |
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Why is it important to ensure your muzzleloader can handle modern smokeless powder as a propellant? |
Using smokeless powder can cause serious injury to the shooter if the firearm is not designed for it |
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When choosing the projectile to use in a muzzleloader, what factors should the safe hunter take into consideration? |
The game being hunted and the manufacturer’s recommendations |
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Which tool should always be used to get the projectile started down the barrel? |
Bullet Starter |
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Why must bowhunters use broadhead points when hunting big game? |
The sharp blades cut through blood vessels leading the animal to expire relatively quickly |
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Which of the following is an example of a recurve bow? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10500100-b.gif |
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What is a bow stringer? |
A device used to place the string on a bow |
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In which of the following images does the archer, using proper technique, have his bow string pulled back to his anchor point? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10500700-b.gif |
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Which of the following is an important bowhunting safety rule? |
Never shoot an arrow straight up into the air |
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Which of the following is known as a crossbow? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10502500-a.gif |
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What can result when attempting to draw back a bow that has too much draw weight? |
You may be unable to draw back the string, or could cause injury to your chest or shoulder |
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Which type of bow is the most popular among the majority of archery hunters? |
Compound bow |
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Which of the following is NOT a reason for using a covered quiver? |
Increases the effective range of the arrows |
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Although lightweight, which of the following bows may be the most difficult for novice archers to use? |
Long bow |
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Which of the following safe firearm carries is called the elbow carry? |
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/7EiciinxuYVOIdBAam9cOuNxyycaYqMBVfrohTqdHaQJMVT8cJD-TH9QJB9bD-aoxh6XZA=s92 |
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Which of the following would be considered a safe hunting practice? |
Checking a firearm’s barrel for obstruction after having set it down |
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f the safe hunter is alone, which of the following would be the safe and correct procedure for boarding a watercraft for a hunting excursion? |
Load all firearms and equipment before boarding |
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When crossing a fence or other obstacle alone, what should you do with your firearm once it is unloaded? |
Set the firearm on the ground, pointing the muzzle away from where you are crossing |
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Who is required to follow the rules of firearm safety? |
Everyone using a firearm |
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When do most hunting-related incidents occur? |
When a hunter behaves carelessly or disregards the rules of firearm safety |
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What is the most important thing to remember if you happen to stumble or fall while carrying a firearm? |
Hold on to the firearm and control the direction of the muzzle |
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Why would the safe hunter never shoot in the direction of rocks or water? |
Rocks or water are not an appropriate backstop as they might cause the bullet to ricochet |
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When should a firearm be loaded with the action closed? |
When you are ready to hunt |
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What is the purpose of wearing hunter orange clothing? |
It will help a hunter to be seen by other hunters |
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Which of the following is one of the fundamentals of safe shooting? |
Learn how to pattern a shotgun |
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Which of the following shooting positions is considered to be the steadiest? |
The prone position |
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In order to become an accomplished marksman, what does a hunter need to learn first? |
The fundamentals of firearm safety |
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What shooting position is commonly used when hunting with a shotgun? |
Standing position |
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Which of the following is an example of an aperture (or peep) sight? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10700300-a.gif |
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Which of the following should be considered when sighting in a rifle? |
Gravity, air resistance and energy loss all have an effect on the bullet’s trajectory |
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When sighting a firearm using an open sight, in what direction should the rear sight be moved if you want the shot to travel to the right? |
Right |
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Which of the following should be done by a hunter who is tracking a wounded animal? |
Mark the blood trail with blaze orange flagging tape |
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Which of the following is an important consideration when targeting a shotgun? |
Shotguns are pointed at a target, not aimed like rifles |
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Which of the following positions should be used to practice the fundamentals of good shooting? |
Prone position |
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Which of the following is a safety consideration when hunting wild turkey? |
Use a hen call, avoid using a rooster call |
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Which of the following items would not be necessary in a field dressing kit? |
Fire starting equipment |
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Which of the following best describes the practice of Still Hunting? |
A technique where a safe hunter moves slowly through a hunting area looking for game animals |
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Which of the following is an important consideration that should be kept in mind when hunting with dogs? |
Treat the dog as a fellow hunter and never point the muzzle in the dog’s direction |
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What are the three (3) main factors which might cause the meat on a harvested animal to spoil, making it unsafe to eat? |
Heat, Dirt and Moisture |
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Once an animal is field dressed and transported back to camp, how should the animal be cooled? |
Hung from a tree or specially-designed rack |
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With regards to a dog’s well being, why is it most important to ensure they remain warm and dry? |
like humans, dogs can experience hypothermia |
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What colors should a safe hunter avoid wearing when hunting for wild turkey? |
Red, blue, black and white |
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Which of the following is the best description of field dressing a harvested animal? |
Removing the entrails from the body cavity |
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When hunting big game, what is the first thing a hunter must do once the animal has expired? |
Tag the animal |
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What is the purpose of a tether strap? |
To connect the safety harness to the tree |
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Which of the following stands is best suited for hunting on the edges of fields or in open country? |
Tower stand |
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Which of the following is an important consideration for treestand hunters concerning falls from a stand? |
It is important to carry emergency signaling devices that are readily accessible. Be prepared for a fall before it happens |
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How should your firearms and equipment be brought into a treestand? |
Using a haul line once having reached the top |
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Which of the following treestands is considered unsafe and should never be used by hunters? |
Permanent stand |
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The following is an example of what type of Treestand? |
Ladder stand |
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Once in the treestand which of the following should be done first? |
Secure the safety harness |
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Which of the following is one of the advantages of using a treestand? |
The hunter shoots toward the ground which acts as a backstop |
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Which of the following safety harnesses is the safest and MOST recommended when hunting from a treestand? |
Fall Arrest System / Full Body Harness |
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Which of the following treestands is considered to be the safer for the hunter to climb in and out of? |
Ladder stand |
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Which of the following is an example of a live trap? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/11000100-c.gif |
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A box trap is best suited for trapping in what type of environment? |
Aquatic areas and wet locations such as marshes |
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Which of the following is probably the best resource for trapping information in your area? |
Local Trappers’ Association |
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Which of the following statements regarding steel leg hold traps is true? |
They are illegal to use in Florida |
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Why is it always a good idea for a safe hunter to wear leather or rubber gloves as well as eye protection while handling animal carcasses? |
To minimize the possibility of contracting an infection |
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Aside from harvesting animals for their fur, which of the following is a common reason for trapping? |
To relocate animals to other areas to increase the population |
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Which of the following is a basic tool used by today’s trapper? |
Digging Tool |
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Of the following, which trap is predominately found in urban areas? |
Live trap |
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Which of the following statements regarding trapping is true? |
Trapping can be used to control damage to livestock animals |
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Which of the following would be the best way to learn advanced trapping skills? |
Through a mentor or class |
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Which of the following is recommended for all hunters in the field? |
Take a course in First Aid and CPR |
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What should you do to stop a wound from bleeding? |
Apply direct pressure to the wound |
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What is the main purpose of the orienteering lines on a compass? |
They can be used with a map to determine a bearing to an object |
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On a topographic map, what do contour lines that are very close together indicate? |
A steep slope |
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If you are in the woods and need to make a fire to keep warm, as a general rule what size of area should you clear around it before lighting the fire? |
3 feet |
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Clothing that is made from which of the following materials retains its insulation properties even when wet and is the best for all-around warmth? |
Wool |
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Which of the following is usually the first noticeable symptom of hypothermia? |
Uncontrolled shivering |
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Which of the following items should you ALWAYS carry in a survival pack? |
Fire starting equipment |
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Prior to a hunting trip, what can you do to ensure you will be in good physical shape? |
Hike terrains similar to the ones you will be hunting in |
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If someone is suffering from hypothermia which of the following actions should you avoid? |
Shaking or rubbing the person vigorously |
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When should a hunter ask a landowner permission to hunt on his or her property? |
Well before the hunting season starts |
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Which of the following statements is true about the general public? |
The majority of people are non-hunters |
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Which of the following would be an example of the actions of an ethical hunter? |
Practicing marksmanship before the hunting season to ensure a clean, swift harvest of a targeted animal |
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What was the purpose of the Pittman-Robertson Act? |
To collect and redistribute taxes collected to improve wildlife management practices and to educate hunters. |
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Which of the following would be an example of the actions of an ethical hunter? |
Avoids taking a shot if unsure whether or not it will produce a clean and swift harvest |
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How should the safe and ethical hunter react to a hunting companion who is acting in an unsafe or unethical manner? |
Insist that they follow safety rules and ethical guidelines, or refuse to hunt with them |
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Which of the following statements is generally true regarding the public’s opinion of hunters and hunting? |
The public is more critical of hunting behavior than of the sport of hunting itself |
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Every time an individual purchases a box of ammunition or a firearm, an excise tax is collected by the federal government. What is this tax money used to fund? |
To support wildlife restoration projects |
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What should an ethical hunter do before the hunting season begins or heading out for a hunt? |
Practice with the rifle, shotgun or bow they will use for the hunt |
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Which of the following best describes "wildlife management"? |
Ensuring the habitat and wildlife can replenish and sustain itself for the enjoyment of all |
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What is a characteristic that all songbirds share in Florida? |
They are all protected and cannot be hunted |
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How are unprotected species different from other harvestable species in Florida? |
Hunting does not require a permit from the FWC or US Fish & Wildlife Service |
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Which of the following is an illegal method of harvesting furbearers? |
Trapping with a live catch foothold trap |
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Which of the following is a characteristic of the bald eagle? |
It is a federally protected species |
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What is the term used to describe animals that are harvested primarily for their fur? |
Furbearers |
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Wild turkeys and bobwhite quails are considered which of the following? |
The two most common upland game birds in Florida |
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Which of the following is a characteristic of diving ducks? |
They get a running start on the water to take flight |
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What is the most effective way one can tell the age of a deer buck? |
The wear on their permanent teeth |
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Which of the following is a characteristic of the Florida Wild Hog? |
They are descendants of the domestic hog |
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Which of the following statements is true about the armadillo? |
They are an unprotected species in Florida |
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Where is the nock located on the following arrow? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10500900.gif The answer is 4 |
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What is meant by "Proper Shot Placement"? |
Taking a shot in the vital organs – such as the heart or lungs – to achieve a quick, clean harvest |
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Which of the following is an example of the correct sight alignment for a firearm using an open sight? |
https://azureblob.faecdn.com/cdn/hex/exam/i/10700700-d.gif |
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Which shot offers an ethical and clean kill? |
Broadside |
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Which of the following rifle sights provides magnification of the game animal which helps to ensure an accurate shot? |
Telescopic sight |
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What is an important rule of firearm safety? |
Always keep your muzzle pointed in a safe direction |
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What field carry gives you the most control over your firearm? |
Two-hand Carry |
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What color clothing were our hunters wearing to keep them visible and safe in Day 1? |
Blaze Orange |
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How should you safely transport your firearm in a vehicle? |
Unloaded and in a case |
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What should you first do when you remove your firearm from a vehicle? |
Make the firearm safe |
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What must you be aware of once you have confirmed your target while hunting? |
What is in front and beyond your target |
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If you see incorrect or unsafe hunting behavior in your group, what should you do? |
Immediately correct that person |
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Before storing your firearm in a vehicle, what should you do? |
Unload your firearm |
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When hunting with a group of hunters, what should you be aware of? |
Your zone of fire Location of the other hunters Safe muzzle direction { All of the above} |
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What should you wear when using a treestand? |
Fall Arrest System |
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When it comes to treestand safety, what are the 3 R’s? |
Rescue, Relief and Recover |
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What is a haul line used for? |
Getting gear up and down from your treestand |
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