Firearm Competency Handgun Knowledge

Question 1

Which of these is a common type of handgun action?

Accepted Answer

A semi-automatic pistol

Answer

A bolt action

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A pump action

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A lever action

Question 2

Where is the ammunition held in a typical semi-automatic pistol?

Accepted Answer

In a detachable magazine

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In a rotating cylinder

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In an internal tube under the barrel

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Loose in the grip

Question 3

How does a revolver store its cartridges?

Accepted Answer

In a rotating cylinder

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In a detachable magazine

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In the barrel

Answer

In the grip frame

Question 4

What does the term 'calibre' refer to on a handgun?

Accepted Answer

The diameter of the bore and matching cartridge

Answer

The length of the barrel

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The weight of the firearm

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The colour of the grip

Question 5

What is the purpose of the safety catch on a pistol?

Accepted Answer

To help prevent the firearm from firing unintentionally

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To clean the barrel

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To load the magazine faster

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To improve accuracy

Question 6

What should you do if a semi-automatic pistol fails to fire when you pull the trigger?

Accepted Answer

Keep it pointed in a safe direction, wait, then clear it

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Look down the barrel immediately

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Shake the firearm vigorously

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Pull the trigger repeatedly and quickly

Question 7

What is 'limp wristing' and why does it matter with a semi-automatic pistol?

Accepted Answer

A weak grip that can cause feeding malfunctions

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A cleaning technique

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A type of holster

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A method of aiming

Question 8

Why must you use only the ammunition calibre marked on the firearm?

Accepted Answer

Wrong ammunition can damage the firearm or injure the shooter

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It is cheaper

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It loads faster

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The colour matches better