GSI Marksmanship Fundamentals & Shooting Techniques

Question 1

Which of the following best describes correct sight alignment?

Accepted Answer

Front sight centered horizontally and vertically in the rear sight notch

Answer

Proper sight alignment requires the front sight post to be centered both horizontally and vertically within the rear sight notch so shots land where aimed.

Question 2

What is the primary focus of a shooter's eye during a precision shot?

Accepted Answer

The front sight

Answer

The shooter's eye should be focused sharply on the front sight, allowing the target and rear sight to appear slightly blurred for accurate alignment.

Question 3

Which of the following describes the 'surprise break' in trigger control?

Accepted Answer

Pressing the trigger smoothly so the shot fires without the shooter anticipating it

Answer

A surprise break means the shooter applies steady pressure until the shot fires unexpectedly, preventing the anticipatory flinch that degrades accuracy.

Question 4

What is 'natural point of aim' (NPA)?

Accepted Answer

The direction a shooter faces when standing at rest, relaxed, with the firearm indexed on target

Answer

Natural point of aim is where the body and firearm naturally point when fully relaxed; aligning NPA to the target reduces muscle strain and improves consistency.

Question 5

Which grip error most commonly causes shots to group low and to the left for a right-handed shooter?

Accepted Answer

Heeling — pushing the gun forward in anticipation of recoil

Answer

Heeling occurs when the shooter pushes the gun hand forward before the shot breaks, causing the muzzle to dip and shots to land low-left for right-handed shooters.

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GSI Marksmanship Fundamentals & Shooting Techniques