Rhode Island Blue Card Test Study Guide GUARANTEED PASS !!
The basic thought behind the rules of gun handling is to - (ANSWER)eliminate the chance of an accident
occurring
The first subject taught to a beginner - (ANSWER)safety
The "safety" on a firearm is - (ANSWER)used only to supplement proper handling; a safety is not infallible
First thing to do when picking up a handgun - (ANSWER)point muzzle in a safe direction
A firearm loaded, action closed, and with the safety on - (ANSWER)may sometimes fire when dropped or
struck sharply
The first step in safe handgun storage is to - (ANSWER)be sure it is unloaded
A person taking medication, stimulants, depressants, or pain killers, or has consumed alcohol should never -
(ANSWER)clean, handle, or shoot a firearm
There are certain rules to keeping firearms in the home that deserve constant attention, one of these is -
(ANSWER)storing guns locked and secured separate from ammo
If there are small children in the home - (ANSWER)keep out of reach in a high drawer or shelf in a gun cabinet
Another rule for keeping firearms in the home with family - (ANSWER)all family members should learn and
know the rules of firearm safety
When cleaning a firearm - (ANSWER)the gun must be unloaded, ammo locked away, and muzzle pointed in a
safe direction
When being stored from one season to the next - (ANSWER)thoroughly clean, metal parts lightly oiled, and
stored in a locked rack
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, Keeping your own personal records of serial numbers and photos of your firearms is important for -
(ANSWER)proof of ownership, insurance, and liability if the firearm is lost or stolen and used in a crime
The only area where a person may discharge a pistol or revolver is - (ANSWER)at a bonafide shooting range
A license or permit to carry is required for carrying a pistol or revolver except - (ANSWER)to transport to a
bonafide shooting range
To transport a pistol or revolver legally to and from a bonafide shooting range it should be - (ANSWER)broken
down, unloaded, and carried only as circumstances permit; or provided such pistols or revolvers or any
combination thereof are unloaded and secured in a separate container suitable for the purpose
When transporting to and from a range firearms should be - (ANSWER)unloaded and in a case, separate from
ammo
The actions of a handgun at the range should be closed when - (ANSWER)on the line actually firing at a proper
target with a proper backstop
The primary consideration for all shooters should be - (ANSWER)safety
On hearing the command "cease firing" you should - (ANSWER)immediately stop firing and lay the gun down
The best backstop for an outdoor rifle range is - (ANSWER)a high earthen embankment free of rocks and
stones
On an outdoor range there should be a safety area behind the backstop of at least - (ANSWER)500 yards
It is dangerous to leave heavy grease or oil in the bore because - (ANSWER)chamber pressure can be increased
to the danger point when it is fired
When someone shows you an unfamiliar firearm - (ANSWER)leave the firearm alone until your friend
demonstrates how to open the action and shows that it is empty
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The basic thought behind the rules of gun handling is to - (ANSWER)eliminate the chance of an accident
occurring
The first subject taught to a beginner - (ANSWER)safety
The "safety" on a firearm is - (ANSWER)used only to supplement proper handling; a safety is not infallible
First thing to do when picking up a handgun - (ANSWER)point muzzle in a safe direction
A firearm loaded, action closed, and with the safety on - (ANSWER)may sometimes fire when dropped or
struck sharply
The first step in safe handgun storage is to - (ANSWER)be sure it is unloaded
A person taking medication, stimulants, depressants, or pain killers, or has consumed alcohol should never -
(ANSWER)clean, handle, or shoot a firearm
There are certain rules to keeping firearms in the home that deserve constant attention, one of these is -
(ANSWER)storing guns locked and secured separate from ammo
If there are small children in the home - (ANSWER)keep out of reach in a high drawer or shelf in a gun cabinet
Another rule for keeping firearms in the home with family - (ANSWER)all family members should learn and
know the rules of firearm safety
When cleaning a firearm - (ANSWER)the gun must be unloaded, ammo locked away, and muzzle pointed in a
safe direction
When being stored from one season to the next - (ANSWER)thoroughly clean, metal parts lightly oiled, and
stored in a locked rack
Page 1 of 6
, Keeping your own personal records of serial numbers and photos of your firearms is important for -
(ANSWER)proof of ownership, insurance, and liability if the firearm is lost or stolen and used in a crime
The only area where a person may discharge a pistol or revolver is - (ANSWER)at a bonafide shooting range
A license or permit to carry is required for carrying a pistol or revolver except - (ANSWER)to transport to a
bonafide shooting range
To transport a pistol or revolver legally to and from a bonafide shooting range it should be - (ANSWER)broken
down, unloaded, and carried only as circumstances permit; or provided such pistols or revolvers or any
combination thereof are unloaded and secured in a separate container suitable for the purpose
When transporting to and from a range firearms should be - (ANSWER)unloaded and in a case, separate from
ammo
The actions of a handgun at the range should be closed when - (ANSWER)on the line actually firing at a proper
target with a proper backstop
The primary consideration for all shooters should be - (ANSWER)safety
On hearing the command "cease firing" you should - (ANSWER)immediately stop firing and lay the gun down
The best backstop for an outdoor rifle range is - (ANSWER)a high earthen embankment free of rocks and
stones
On an outdoor range there should be a safety area behind the backstop of at least - (ANSWER)500 yards
It is dangerous to leave heavy grease or oil in the bore because - (ANSWER)chamber pressure can be increased
to the danger point when it is fired
When someone shows you an unfamiliar firearm - (ANSWER)leave the firearm alone until your friend
demonstrates how to open the action and shows that it is empty
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