Quiz 1

Question 1

Does the legal definition of a firearm include broken or incomplete components?

Answer 1

Yes

Question 2

The 7 rules of firearms include which of the following?

Answer 2

Store and transport firearms and ammunition safely

Treat every firearm as loaded

Question 3

What are the rules for use and/or ownership of an airgun?

Answer 3

If you are under 18 years old, you must have a NZ firearms licence to possess an airgun

If you are under 18 years old and unlicenced, you must be under the direct supervision of a licence holder or a person aged 18 or older

Question 4

What does buck fever mean from a hunting perspective?

Answer 4

It’s being excited about seeing game animals when hunting, which may affect your thinking

Question 5

When thinking about taking a shot at an animal that you have positively identified, what must you consider?

Answer 5

Where the bullet will land if you miss the animal

Question 6

Which of the terms below describe part of the sequence of firing?

Answer 6

Chambering

Firing

Ejecting

Question 7

Which of the following statements about ammunition are correct?

Answer 7

Reloaded ammunition may not be safe to use as the calibre may differ to that on the head stamp

A new shooter should use only factory made ammunition purchased from a gun shop

Question 8

When can firearms be safely carried in a car?

Answer 8

When they are unloaded, inoperable, and in a locked bag or case, hidden from view

Question 9

When you handle a firearm for the first time, what safe practices are recommended?

Answer 9

Remember Rule 1, treat every firearm as loaded

Remember Rule 2, point the firearm in a safe direction

Keep your finger off the trigger