Outdoor Ed Unit 5 Flashcards
What is a muzzleloader?
a gun that is loaded through its muzzle.
What kind of powder does a muzzleloader use?
Black Powder
What are the 3 types of projectiles?
The bullet, round-ball, and shot
When should you clean a muzzleloader?
After each shooting session
How far is a bow capable of shooting?
Up to 400 yards at 200 mph.
What is the effective kill range of a bow?
30 to 40 yards.
What is the oldest bow?
The longbow.
What is the most common bow?
The recurve bow.
What are the 4 arrow parts and what do they do?
The point/arrowhead, the shaft, the fletching, and the nock.
What part of the arrow cannot be replaced when broken?
The shaft.
What is the proper bow hunting stance?
feet roughly shoulder-width apart with knees slightly bent.
What is a dry fire?
Whenever the projectile does not fire after the trigger is pulled.
What is a crossbow?
A crossbow is a short bow with a stock
When was the first bow and arrow used, and by who?
3000 B.C. by the ancient Egyptians.
