Chapter 6 - Fundamentals

Question 1

Name two advantages of the kneeling position

Answer 1

1) Provides stable shooting platform
2) Makes the body a smaller target

Question 2

Name two kneeling postions

Answer 2

1) High kneeling
2) Low kneeling

Question 3

Why should you squeeze the trigger gently?

Answer 3

So as to avoid disturbing sight picture and sight alignment

Question 4

How should the trigger be pulled from start to finish?

Answer 4

An even amount of pressure should be applied from start to finish

Question 5

What negative effect could be caused while breathing?

Answer 5

Trembling

Question 6

Explain the term flinch

Answer 6

When the shooter anticipates a shot and jerks the firearm

Question 7

How does one achieve the correct follow through?

Answer 7

By understanding all fundamentals and applying before and after each shot

Question 8

What three things should be done when using a barricade?

Answer 8

1) Ensure as little exposure of your body as possible
2) Never extend your firearm past the barricade as you may not know what is beyond it
3) You can move back behind the barricade to allow for space and efficiency