53 Questions
What is the essential aspect of holding the weapon correctly, according to the handling instructions?
Positioning the head and body correctly
How are adjustments for elevation recommended to be made in the handling instructions?
By moving the body forwards or back
What should be avoided when making lateral adjustments according to the handling instructions?
Moving the left elbow
How can confirmation of correct alignment be gained according to the handling instructions?
Watching the vertical movement of the foresight whilst breathing
What is recommended to be included in the summary according to the handling instructions?
The importance of accurate, consistent aiming and firm and correct holding
What is the purpose of the '9 key point checklist' mentioned in the text?
To ensure a stable and consistent firing position
What is the forecast for the squad's next lesson based on the text?
Rifle Lesson 6: Firing in the Prone Position
What is the most suitable area for conducting the lesson based on the text?
An area with a clear line of sight of not less than 30 meters
What should be positioned or issued to each cadet based on the text?
Magazines and magazine platform depressors
What is crucial for an instructor to ensure during revision according to the text?
Correct eye relief
What does the lesson combine with the fourth marksmanship principle based on the text?
The first three marksmanship principles
What is important for stable firing based on the text?
Smooth trigger operation
What must be controlled during the time of shot release according to the text?
Breathing rhythm
What safety precaution should be taken before firing according to the text?
'Use of an assistant to re-cock the rifle'
What is important for perfecting aim during breath restraint according to the text?
Smooth trigger operation
What should be positioned or issued if preparing for live firing based on the text?
Magazine platform depressors
What is stressed as essential before any live firing according to the text?
'Correct eye relief'
What is the purpose of holding the trigger to the rear for a second or two after the shot is fired?
To allow time for the firer to observe any errors in shot release
In deliberate trigger operation, what should the firer do if the aim picture is lost?
Hold the pressure and only continue if the picture improves
What does the process of 'follow through' during deliberate trigger operation allow the firer to observe?
The sight picture at the moment of firing
During continuous trigger operation, what should the firer do after momentarily holding the pressure on the trigger?
Release the trigger and breathe normally
What is used for snap shooting at opportunity targets or when firing at the rapid rate of fire?
Continuous trigger operation
What should be done with magazines during preparation for rifle lessons?
Empty them and fit platform depressors
In handling the weapon, how should adjustments for elevation be made according to the text?
By moving the body forwards or back
What is the crucial recommendation for achieving stable firing according to the handling instructions?
Keep the arms passive and avoid moving the left elbow
What is recommended for perfecting aim during breath restraint based on the text?
Keep the arms passive and avoid moving the left elbow
What should be avoided when making lateral adjustments according to the handling instructions?
Moving the elbows up and down
What allows the firer to observe his/her own errors during deliberate trigger operation based on the handling instructions?
Holding the pressure on the trigger after momentarily releasing it
What is important for an instructor to ensure during revision according to the text?
Emphasize the importance of accurate, consistent aiming
What is the main purpose of the '9 key point checklist' mentioned in the text?
To help cadets achieve consistency and relaxation when building up a firing position
What is the essential aspect of holding the trigger to the rear for a second or two after the shot is fired?
To ensure the shot is released and followed through without undue disturbance to the position
What is used for snap shooting at opportunity targets or when firing at the rapid rate of fire, according to the text?
Aiming aids
What should be avoided when making lateral adjustments according to the handling instructions?
Breathing during shot release
What safety precaution should be taken before firing according to the text?
Checking correct eye relief
What must be controlled during the time of shot release according to the text?
Breathing rhythm and control
What is important for perfecting aim during breath restraint according to the text?
'The shot must be released and followed through without undue disturbance to the position'
In deliberate trigger operation, what should the firer do if the aim picture is lost?
'First pressure' and reposition for a new sight picture
What should be positioned or issued if preparing for live firing based on the text?
Magazines 2 per cadet/CFAV
How can confirmation of correct alignment be gained according to handling instructions?
Checking that the sights are correctly positioned on the sight rail
What is important for stable firing based on the text?
Correct eye relief
During continuous trigger operation, what should the firer do after momentarily holding the pressure on the trigger?
Release and follow through without disturbance
What is the purpose of holding the trigger to the rear for a second or two after the shot is fired?
To allow the firer to observe the sight picture at the moment of firing
What is crucial for stable firing based on the text?
Perfecting aim and steadily applying increasing pressure to the trigger
What should be avoided when making lateral adjustments according to the handling instructions?
Adding side pressure to the trigger
What must be controlled during the time of shot release according to the text?
Natural alignment of the weapon
During continuous trigger operation, what should the firer do after momentarily holding the pressure on the trigger?
Release the trigger and continue to breathe normally
What is recommended to be included in the summary according to the handling instructions?
The importance of correct breath restraint when a shot is fired
What does the process of 'follow through' during deliberate trigger operation allow the firer to observe?
The sight picture at the moment of firing
What safety precaution should be taken before firing according to the text?
Ensuring that magazines are empty and platform depressors are fitted
What should be positioned or issued if preparing for live firing based on the text?
Magazines with platform depressors fitted
In deliberate trigger operation, what should the firer do if the aim picture is lost?
Hold pressure and only continue if picture improves
What is stressed as essential before any live firing according to the text?
Controlled breathing at point of natural pause
What is used for snap shooting at opportunity targets or when firing at rapid rate of fire?
Continuous trigger operation method
Test your knowledge of the essential instructions for handling weapons in the MOD Cadet Forces, including correct positioning, passive arm movement, and adjustments for aim and elevation.
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