52 Questions
What is the aim of Rifle Lesson 7?
To teach cadets the types of fire and firing drills required.
How many 40-minute periods are allocated for covering the firing drills in Rifle Lesson 7?
Two
What must instructors have to effectively correct faults and offer advice during Rifle Lesson 7?
A thorough knowledge of the Marksmanship Principles.
What is a prerequisite for selecting a suitable piece of ground for the lesson?
Positioning targets not less than 30 meters away.
What does Rifle Lesson 7 solely deal with?
Firing drills for different types of fire that a cadet is expected to produce.
What are the required stores for Rifle Lesson 7?
Rifle fitted with iron sight, magazines, magazine platform depressors, figure targets, aiming aids, landscape target, and ground sheets.
What type of fire is characterized by a slow rate of fire, not normally more than 10 rounds per minute, ordered after the fire fight has been won and suppressed?
Deliberate Fire
Which command is given when the target appears during snap shooting?
Watch and Shoot
How is rapid fire different from snap shooting?
It involves firing a large volume of shots in quick succession
What is the purpose of breath restraint in rapid fire?
To enable aim perfection
What is the recommended rate of fire in rapid fire?
Up to 30 aimed shots per minute
During confirmation of snap shooting, what commands are used to signify target exposures?
"Up" and "Down"
What is the primary focus of rapid fire?
Firing with rhythm
Which type of fire is used when the enemy is assaulting our position?
"Rapid Fire"
What is the purpose of the command 'Watch and Shoot' during snap shooting?
To signify target exposures
"Very shallow breathing between shots for the periods of rapid fire" is an alternative to which previously taught method?
Breath restraint covering the release of two or three shots
What action should be taken on the command 'Stop' during snap shooting?
Observe the target area over the sights
What is the primary difference between deliberate fire and snap shooting?
The rate of fire
What should be done after hearing the command 'Rapid'?
Put the safety catch to Fire (F) and aim at the target indicated.
What is the correct procedure for allowing the weapon to cool down during lulls in rapid or prolonged firing?
Cock the weapon, engage the holding open catch and check that the chamber is clear.
What action is required when covering a number of different targets within a wider arc?
Ensure that the body is quickly realigned for each target.
What should be done after hearing the command 'Stop' or 'Go on'?
The need to count rounds and change magazines are the same as for deliberate shooting.
What is recommended to clear a round from the chamber and allow air to circulate during overheating?
Cock the weapon, engage the holding open catch and check that the chamber is clear.
What should be done if 'Go on' is given after allowing the weapon to cool down?
Tap forward on the cocking handle and continue firing.
At what rate can rounds be fired with experience?
Up to 30 rounds per minute
What should be done at the end of practice?
'Stop - Make Safe'
What is the primary focus of Rifle Lesson 7?
Covering different types of fire and firing drills for cadets
What is a prerequisite for selecting a suitable piece of ground for the lesson?
A thorough knowledge of the Marksmanship Principles
What is recommended to clear a round from the chamber and allow air to circulate during overheating?
Allowing the weapon to cool down during lulls in rapid or prolonged firing
What is the purpose of breath restraint in rapid fire?
To maintain a consistent and controlled breathing pattern
What action is required when covering a number of different targets within a wider arc?
Engage in confirmation of snap shooting
What should be done after hearing the command 'Stop' during snap shooting?
Maintain composure until further instructions are given
What should be done to allow the weapon to cool down during lulls in rapid or prolonged firing?
Cock the weapon, engage the holding open catch, and check that the chamber is clear
What is recommended to clear a round from the chamber and allow air to circulate during overheating?
Operate the bolt release and tap forward on the cocking handle
What type of fire is characterized by a slow rate of fire, not normally more than 10 rounds per minute, ordered after the fire fight has been won and suppressed?
Deliberate fire
What is the aim of Rifle Lesson 7?
To demonstrate rapid and continuous trigger operation
What should be done after hearing the command 'Stop' or 'Go on'?
Operate the bolt release, tap forward on the cocking handle, and continue firing
Which command is given when the target appears during snap shooting?
'Fire'
What should be done at the end of practice?
Order 'Stop - Make Safe'
What action should be taken on the command 'Stop' during snap shooting?
Reload a new magazine and aim at a fresh target
Which type of fire is used to win the fire fight or when the enemy is assaulting our position?
Rapid fire
What is the purpose of breath restraint in rapid fire?
To improve accuracy
What command is given when the target appears during snap shooting?
Watch and Shoot
What is the primary difference between deliberate fire and snap shooting?
Rate of fire
What action should be taken on the command 'Stop' during snap shooting?
Continue observing the target area over the sights
What must be done at the end of practice in snap shooting?
Make Safe
What is recommended to clear a round from the chamber and allow air to circulate during overheating?
Open the action
What is a prerequisite for selecting a suitable piece of ground for the lesson?
Safe backstop
What is the aim of Rifle Lesson 7?
To teach cadets how to use different types of fire quickly and effectively.
What should an instructor do after demonstrating any firing drills?
Use one of the squad to re-cock the rifle.
During confirmation of snap shooting, what commands are used to signify target exposures?
"Up" and "Down"
What new words of command are introduced in this Rifle Lesson that will be used when the cadet fires their rifle on the range or on an exercise?
"Targets Up" and "Targets Down"
Test your knowledge of handling instructions for MOD Cadet Forces, including topics like following through, correct declaration, and firing drills. This quiz covers Rifle Lesson 7 and aims to assess your understanding of types of fire and firing drills required from a cadet.
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