CHAPTER 2 FIREARMS AND CHILDREN

It is always safe to assume that a toddler cannot pull a trigger due to their finger strength

A firearm owner is responsible for storing firearms safely to prevent access by children.

You could be charged with a crime if a child uses your improperly stored firearm and causes harm.

Ammunition should be stored in the same container as the gun for convenience.

A gun should be locked with a safety device even if it is unloaded.

It is not necessary to practice gun safety if there are no children living in the home.

A child should immediately leave the area if they see another child holding a gun.

Practicing safe gun conduct as an adult helps teach children responsible behavior.

Talking openly with children about guns can reduce their curiosity.

Real guns and toy guns are the same in how they function.

The law requires that guns be stored either in a locked container or with a safety device.

Adolescents are especially vulnerable and may not follow safety rules just because they are told to.

Telling a child “do as I say, not as I do” is an effective approach to gun safety.

A child should tell an adult if they see a gun, even if it’s being handled by another child.

There are situations where it’s acceptable for a child to pick up a gun and bring it to an adult.

What is the first rule for kids if they find a gun?

What is the second rule for kids if they see a gun?

Which of the following is NOT a recommended child safety rule?

Why is it important to talk openly with children about guns?

Why should firearms and ammunition be stored separately?

When storing a gun, which method is NOT recommended?

Why is thumb pressure particularly dangerous with toddlers and firearms?

Which of the following is true about children and firearms?

Which of the following can weaken the effectiveness of safety lessons for children?

Even if your children are grown, you should practice gun safety because:

Which group reports that adolescence is a vulnerable stage for identity development?

Where might a child come across a gun unexpectedly?

What message should children understand about real guns?

Which of the following is a legal reason you might NOT be criminally liable if a child accesses your firearm?

What’s the best way to prevent children from gaining access to firearms?

Toddlers lack the strength to pullthe trigger of a firearm.

You may face misdemeanor or felony charges if you keep a loaded firearm where a child obtains and improperly uses it.

There is no such thing as being too careful with children and guns.

An important lesson children should learn is that guns are not toys.

The four safety “Rules for Kids” if they see a gun are:

Child safety precautions only apply if you have children.