Questions and Answers
Is it legal to store a loaded firearm in the premises where children have access to?
False
What is not a part of a cartridge or a shotgun shell?
Choke
What types of sight do handgun shooters use?
Red-dot, open-sight, and telescopic
A sale or transfer of a firearm between two private parties (non-dealers) must be completed through a licensed firearms dealer only if the buyer and seller do not personally know each other.
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Generally, it is legal to carry a concealed firearm in public under which of the following circumstances? (Select all that apply)
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The first cartridge loaded into a magazine presses against the:
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Smokeless powder and black powder are easily substitutable.
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Rule #4 from the Rules for Kids is:
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You need a valid FSC to legally purchase firearms.
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You must treat any firearm as if it is loaded.
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Smokeless powder can be safely used in muzzleloading firearms.
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It is a good practice to always use safety, but never rely on it.
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Rifle cartridges loaded with incendiary bullets are legal in California.
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Shotgun shells loaded with flechettes are legal in California.
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To shoot safely, you must know:
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An illegal firearm purchase (straw purchase) is a federal crime.
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You can safely assume your semiautomatic firearm is unloaded when its magazine has been removed.
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You should always wear hearing protection when high-power firearms are being shot.
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Trigger locks and cable locks are designed to prevent unauthorized people from firing your gun.
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Flame throwers are legal in California.
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Ignorance and carelessness are major causes of firearm accidents.
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The safest direction is:
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You can use rimfire cartridges in the centre-fire firearms.
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Wallet guns are generally prohibited.
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The part of the gun which strikes the primer is called:
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As a safety measure, your firearm should always be pointed:
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When shooting, you must consider that if the bullet misses the target or if it goes through the target completely, it can hit a person or an object.
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Rule #1 from the Rules for Kids is:
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Which of the following is a legal and safe way of transporting your firearm in a motor vehicle?
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My firearm is my responsibility.
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A semi-automatic centre-fire rifle may legally have this many cartridges in its magazine:
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The safety on a firearm should be used:
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Shotgun shells are generally measured by:
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Light alcohol is okay before shooting.
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Your trigger finger must be kept off the trigger until you are actually ready to shoot.
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The pictured item is a:
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The use of lethal force may be lawful when defending yourself from which of the following attempted crimes?
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Study Notes
Firearm Safety and Regulations
- Storing a loaded firearm where children have access is illegal.
- The components of a cartridge or shotgun shell do not include a choke.
- Handgun shooters use red-dot, open-sight, and telescopic sights.
- Sale or transfer of firearms among private parties can be done without a licensed firearm dealer if both parties know each other.
- Concealed carry in public is not lawful under any of the following: military discharge, experience, or being in unsafe areas.
- The first cartridge in a magazine presses against the follower.
Safety Practices
- Smokeless powder cannot be substituted for black powder.
- The fourth rule for kids regarding firearms is to tell an adult.
- A valid Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) is required to purchase firearms.
- Always treat firearms as if they are loaded; it is a fundamental safety principle.
- Smokeless powder is not safe to use in muzzleloading firearms.
- Reliance on safety features is not advised, though using safety measures is recommended.
Legalities and Responsibilities
- Rifle cartridges with incendiary bullets and shotgun shells loaded with flechettes are illegal in California.
- Understanding your target and what lies beyond it is essential for safe shooting.
- A straw purchase of firearms is a federal crime.
- Assumptions about semiautomatic firearms being unloaded after magazine removal are incorrect.
- Hearing protection is necessary when using high-power firearms.
Firearm Mechanics and Transport
- Trigger locks and cable locks are effective tools for preventing unauthorized discharges.
- Flamethrowers are prohibited in California.
- Ignorance and carelessness are significant factors in firearm-related accidents.
- The safest direction to point a firearm is one that prevents injury or damage.
- Rimfire cartridges cannot be used in center-fire firearms.
- Wallet guns are mostly illegal.
Gun Components and Weight
- The part of a firearm striking the primer is called the firing pin.
- Firearms must always be pointed in the safest possible direction for safety.
- Bullets can cause injury if they miss the target or exit it, necessitating careful consideration.
- Legal and safe transportation of firearms necessitates that they are unloaded and stored in the trunk of a vehicle.
Personal Responsibility
- A firearm's ownership entails personal responsibility.
- Semi-automatic center-fire rifles may have up to ten rounds in their magazines legally.
- Safeties on firearms should be viewed as an additional precaution, not a primary safety measure.
- Shotgun shells are measured by gauge.
- Alcohol consumption before shooting is strictly prohibited.
- Keeping the trigger finger off the trigger until ready to shoot is essential for safety.
Legal Uses of Force
- The use of lethal force can be lawful in defense against certain crimes, such as assault with a deadly weapon.
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Test your knowledge about firearm safety rules and regulations. This quiz covers important topics such as safe storage, proper handling, and legal requirements related to firearms. Assess your understanding of both safety practices and regulatory aspects of owning firearms.
