FIREARM SAFETY CERTIFICATE CHAPTER 1 GUN SAFETY RULES 1 / 36 Always assume a firearm is loaded, even if you believe it is not. True False 2 / 36 It is acceptable to point a gun at someone if you’re sure it’s unloaded. True False 3 / 36 Firing a gun into the air is safe if no one is nearby. True False 4 / 36 Your finger should stay off the trigger until you are ready to fire. True False 5 / 36 Firearms should be stored unloaded and separate from ammunition. True False 6 / 36 Using a California-approved safety lock is optional but recommended. True False 7 / 36 All firearms function the same once you know how to use one model. True False 8 / 36 If you don’t know how to check whether a gun is unloaded, don’t touch it. True False 9 / 36 Bullets can ricochet off water or hard surfaces True False 10 / 36 Hearing protection is only required when shooting indoors. True False 11 / 36 Never hand a gun to someone without first checking that it is unloaded. True False 12 / 36 It is okay to shoot at a shape or sound you cannot clearly identify. True False 13 / 36 Medication that causes drowsiness does not affect firearm safety. True False 14 / 36 The safest direction to point a firearm depends on your surroundings. True False 15 / 36 Firing a gun without eye protection may result in injury. True False 16 / 36 Which of the following is one of the six basic gun safety rules? Only shoot outdoors Never use the gun at night Always point the gun in the safest possible direction Always wear gloves 17 / 36 If you do not know how to verify a firearm is unloaded, you should: Pull the trigger while pointing it down Leave it alone and seek help Shake it to hear if it’s loaded Lock it up immediately 18 / 36 Why is it important to know your target and what is beyond it? To decide how many shots are needed To estimate the recoil To avoid accidentally injuring someone To improve your aim 19 / 36 What device helps prevent unauthorized use of a firearm? Tactical flashlight Spare magazine Trigger lock Silencer 20 / 36 What should you wear when firing a gun? Gloves and a vest Helmet and boots Eye and ear protection A face mask 21 / 36 Which of the following is an unsafe gun handling practice? Pointing in a safe direction Keeping finger off the trigger Storing a loaded firearm with ammunition Checking if it’s unloaded before handing it to someone 22 / 36 When is a firearm considered safely stored? When it’s unloaded and in a locked container When the magazine is removed When left on a table When the safety is on 23 / 36 What should you never do with a firearm, even if it’s unloaded? Store it Clean it Point it at someone Transport it in a case 24 / 36 Why is celebratory gunfire dangerous? It can damage the gun Bullets fired into the air can fall with deadly force It is only illegal at night It’s too loud 25 / 36 If you’re startled while holding a gun with your finger on the trigger, what might happen? You’ll drop the gun You’ll shoot out of reflex Nothing will happen The gun will jam 26 / 36 Who should you ask if you have questions about operating your gun? A friend A licensed firearms dealer A police officer Someone online 27 / 36 What is the safest way to store a firearm? Loaded with the safety on With just a trigger lock Unloaded in a locked container with a safety device Unloaded in a drawer 28 / 36 Which of the following is not one of the six basic rules of gun safety? Know how your gun operates Always point upward Treat every gun as if it’s loaded Store ammunition separately 29 / 36 What may cause an accidental discharge if you fall while holding a gun? The wind Gun weight Involuntary muscle reflex Vibration 30 / 36 What should you do first when receiving a firearm from someone? Store it Check that it’s unloaded and action is open Turn the safety on Point it at the floor 31 / 36 A safe practice when handling agun is to rest your finger on theoutside of the trigger guard oralong the side of the gun untilyou are ready to shoot. True False 32 / 36 To “know your target, its surroundings and beyond,” you must consider that if the bullet misses or completely passes through the target, it could strike a person or object. True False 33 / 36 Drinking alcohol while handling firearms is safe if your blood alcohol level remains below the legal limit. True False 34 / 36 Which of the following safety points should you remember when handling a gun? Never shoot a gun in celebration. Do not fire at water, flat or hard surfaces. Wear ear and eye protection when shooting a gun. All of the above. 35 / 36 As a safety measure, your firearm should always be pointed: To the north. In the safest possible direction. Up. Down. 36 / 36 One of the safety rules is to know how to properly: Clear a malfunction. Operate your gun. Load your gun. Clean your gun. Tu puntación es La puntuación media es 92%
