CFSC Proper Loading & Unloading Techniques

Question 1

Which of the following steps apply when accepting a firearm from another person?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Answer

Ensure the action is open and visually check the chamber and magazine before touching the firearm.

Answer

Grasp the firearm in both hands keeping the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

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Thank the other person and let them know you have control of the firearm and then PROVE the firearm is safe.

Question 2

What information does the data stamp located on the barrel of a shotgun indicate?

Accepted Answer

Gauge/Length of Shell

Answer

Manufactured Date

Answer

Type of Action

Answer

Length of Barrel & Stock

Question 3

For a good sight picture, place the front sight:

Accepted Answer

exactly where the bullet should hit the target.

Answer

above where the bullet should hit the target.

Answer

below where the bullet should hit the target.

Answer

None of the above.

Question 4

Ammunition for a shotgun is called a:

Accepted Answer

Shot Shell

Answer

Bullet

Answer

Powder

Answer

Cartridge

Question 5

The pictured bullet is a?

Accepted Answer

Full metal jacket (FMJ)

Answer

Jacketed Soft Point (JSP)

Answer

Jacketed Semi-wadcutter (JSWC)

Answer

Lead Round Nose (LRN)

Answer

Hollow Point (HP)

Question 6

Firing the wrong ammunition in a firearm can lead to:

Accepted Answer

serious injury or death.

Answer

the shooter missing the target.

Answer

money being wasted on ammunition.

Answer

None of the above.

Question 7

Ammunition should be stored:

Accepted Answer

in a cool, dry place.

Answer

with your firearm.

Answer

where it’s very accessible.

Answer

anywhere.

Question 8

Cartridges are classified into two main types:

Accepted Answer

rimfire, centerfire

Answer

centerfire, hang fire

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slug, pellets

Answer

None of the above.

Question 9

Which type of bullet is recommended for rifles with tubular magazines?

Accepted Answer

Rounded soft point

Answer

Pointed soft tip

Answer

Protected tip

Answer

All of the above

Question 10

Modern ammunition varies depending on the type of firearm.  Rifles and handguns use a _____, containing a single projectile (bullet).

Accepted Answer

cartridge

Answer

shell

Answer

shotshell

Answer

round