Firearm Safety and Regulations Quiz
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Is it legal to store a loaded firearm in the premises where children have access to it?

False

What is not a part of a cartridge or shotgun shell?

Choke

What type of sights do handgun shooters use?

Red dot, telescopic, open-sight

Full choke gives the tightest shot spread pattern?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Choke is:

<p>The taper at the end of shotgun's muzzle</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first cartridge loaded into a magazine presses against the:

<p>Follower</p> Signup and view all the answers

Smokeless powder and black powder are easily substitutable.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rules for Kids are:

<ol> <li>Stop! 2. Don't touch! 3. Leave the area. 4. Tell an adult.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Smokeless powder can be safely used in muzzleloading firearms.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is a good practice to always use safety, but never rely on it.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rifle cartridges loaded with incendiary bullets are legal in California.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Shotgun shells loaded with flechettes are legal in California.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

To shoot safely you must know:

<p>Your target, your target's surroundings, and what is beyond the target</p> Signup and view all the answers

An illegal firearm purchase (straw purchase) is a federal crime.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

More fatalities are caused by firearms accidents than by suicides or homicides with firearms in California.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

You should always wear hearing protection when high-power firearms are being shot.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

8 gauge shells are bigger in diameter than 20 gauge.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flame throwers are legal in California.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ignorance and carelessness are major causes of firearm accidents.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

A safe direction is:

<p>The one where accidental discharge will not cause injury or damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

You can use rimfire cartridges in center-fire firearms.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Wallet guns are generally prohibited.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The part of the gun which strikes the primer is called:

<p>Firing pin</p> Signup and view all the answers

As a safety measure, your firearm should always be pointed:

<p>In the safest possible direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

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.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which shotgun choke makes the widest shot spread pattern?

<p>Cylinder Bore</p> Signup and view all the answers

Shotgun choke spread pattern from tightest to widest:

<p>Full choke, Modified, Improved cylinder, Cylinder bore (FMIC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A semi-automatic center-fire rifle may legally have this many cartridges in its magazine:

<p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which shotgun has the smallest diameter bore?

<p>410 gauge/calibre</p> Signup and view all the answers

Shotgun shells are generally measured by:

<p>Gauge</p> Signup and view all the answers

To load a handgun you need to push the charged magazine into the grip:

<p>Rudely till you hear the crunch</p> Signup and view all the answers

This kind of bullet is sharply pointed to minimize air drag:

<p>Spitzer</p> Signup and view all the answers

All generations of Glock 17 are legal in California.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most widespread material to make shotgun shots of?

<p>Lead</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action type cannot have a magazine?

<p>Hinge</p> Signup and view all the answers

To identify a single action revolver:

<p>The loading gate on the right side behind the cylinder clearly identifies the revolver as a single action one.</p> Signup and view all the answers

You have a very old firearm with no datastamp. Before using it, what should you do?

<p>You must get it examined by a gunsmith.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Firearm Safety Regulations

  • Storing a loaded firearm in areas accessible to children is illegal.
  • Full choke creates the tightest shot spread pattern in shotguns.
  • Choke refers to the tapered end of a shotgun's muzzle.
  • The following components of a firearm magazine include the follower, which supports the cartridges.
  • Ignorance and carelessness significantly contribute to firearm accidents.

Cartridge and Ammunition

  • Choke is not a component of a cartridge or shotgun shell.
  • Smokeless powder is more powerful than black powder and should not be used interchangeably in muzzleloaders.
  • Legal restrictions in California include prohibitions on incendiary bullets in rifle cartridges and flechette-loaded shotgun shells.
  • The 410 gauge/caliber has the smallest diameter bore among shotguns.

Firearm Safety Practices

  • It is essential to always wear hearing protection when firing high-power firearms.
  • Safe firearm handling includes knowing your target, its surroundings, and what lies beyond it.
  • A safe direction is critical; it refers to the direction where an accidental discharge would not cause harm or damage.
  • Follow the four rules for children when encountering firearms: Stop, Don't Touch, Leave the Area, Tell an Adult.

Firearm Features

  • Handgun sights types include red dot, telescopic, and open-sight.
  • Spitzer bullets are designed to minimize air drag due to their pointed shape.
  • Shotgun shells are measured by gauge.
  • An illegal firearm purchase, known as a straw purchase, is classified as a federal crime.
  • Generations of Glock 17 are not all legal in California; specifically, Gen 4 is illegal due to lacking a magazine disconnect safety.
  • Wallet guns are typically prohibited.

Magazine and Load Handling

  • A semi-automatic center-fire rifle can legally hold a maximum of 10 cartridges in its magazine.
  • To properly load a handgun, push the charged magazine into the grip until you hear a click or crunch.

Other Key Facts

  • Accidents involving firearms cause fewer fatalities compared to suicides and homicides, with suicides as the leading cause.
  • The shotgun choke system ranks from tightest to widest: Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder, and Cylinder Bore.
  • The firing pin is the component that strikes the primer in a firearm.
  • A hinge action type firearm cannot accommodate a magazine.

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Test your knowledge on firearm safety regulations, handling practices, and ammunition specifics. This quiz covers essential topics including the legal restrictions and safety measures necessary for responsible firearm ownership. Understand the importance of safety protocols and components related to firearms.

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