Rhode Island Blue Card Firearms safety
Study exam Guide Questions with
Correct/Verified Answers (Grade A+)
Updated 2026/2027
The basic thought behind the rules of gun handling is to -CORRECT ANSWERS- eliminate the chance of an
accident occurring
The first subject taught to a beginner -CORRECT ANSWERS- safety
The "safety" on a firearm is -CORRECT ANSWERS- used only to supplement proper handling; a safety is
not infallible
First thing to do when picking up a handgun -CORRECT ANSWERS- point muzzle in a safe direction
A firearm loaded, action closed, and with the safety on -CORRECT ANSWERS- may sometimes fire when
dropped or struck sharply
The first step in safe handgun storage is to -CORRECT ANSWERS- be sure it is unloaded
A person taking medication, stimulants, depressants, or pain killers, or has consumed alcohol should
never -CORRECT ANSWERS- clean, handle, or shoot a firearm
There are certain rules to keeping firearms in the home that deserve constant attention, one of these is -
CORRECT ANSWERS- storing guns locked and secured separate from ammo
If there are small children in the home -CORRECT ANSWERS- keep out of reach in a high drawer or shelf
in a gun cabinet
Another rule for keeping firearms in the home with family -CORRECT ANSWERS- all family members
should learn and know the rules of firearm safety
, When cleaning a firearm -CORRECT ANSWERS- the gun must be unloaded, ammo locked away, and
muzzle pointed in a safe direction
When being stored from one season to the next -CORRECT ANSWERS- thoroughly clean, metal parts
lightly oiled, and stored in a locked rack
Keeping your own personal records of serial numbers and photos of your firearms is important for -
CORRECT ANSWERS- 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 -CORRECT ANSWERS- at a bonafide
shooting range
A license or permit to carry is required for carrying a pistol or revolver except -CORRECT ANSWERS- to
transport to a bonafide shooting range
To transport a pistol or revolver legally to and from a bonafide shooting range it should be -CORRECT
ANSWERS- 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 -CORRECT ANSWERS- unloaded and in a case,
separate from ammo
The actions of a handgun at the range should be closed when -CORRECT ANSWERS- on the line actually
firing at a proper target with a proper backstop
The primary consideration for all shooters should be -CORRECT ANSWERS- safety
On hearing the command "cease firing" you should -CORRECT ANSWERS- immediately stop firing and lay
the gun down
Study exam Guide Questions with
Correct/Verified Answers (Grade A+)
Updated 2026/2027
The basic thought behind the rules of gun handling is to -CORRECT ANSWERS- eliminate the chance of an
accident occurring
The first subject taught to a beginner -CORRECT ANSWERS- safety
The "safety" on a firearm is -CORRECT ANSWERS- used only to supplement proper handling; a safety is
not infallible
First thing to do when picking up a handgun -CORRECT ANSWERS- point muzzle in a safe direction
A firearm loaded, action closed, and with the safety on -CORRECT ANSWERS- may sometimes fire when
dropped or struck sharply
The first step in safe handgun storage is to -CORRECT ANSWERS- be sure it is unloaded
A person taking medication, stimulants, depressants, or pain killers, or has consumed alcohol should
never -CORRECT ANSWERS- clean, handle, or shoot a firearm
There are certain rules to keeping firearms in the home that deserve constant attention, one of these is -
CORRECT ANSWERS- storing guns locked and secured separate from ammo
If there are small children in the home -CORRECT ANSWERS- keep out of reach in a high drawer or shelf
in a gun cabinet
Another rule for keeping firearms in the home with family -CORRECT ANSWERS- all family members
should learn and know the rules of firearm safety
, When cleaning a firearm -CORRECT ANSWERS- the gun must be unloaded, ammo locked away, and
muzzle pointed in a safe direction
When being stored from one season to the next -CORRECT ANSWERS- thoroughly clean, metal parts
lightly oiled, and stored in a locked rack
Keeping your own personal records of serial numbers and photos of your firearms is important for -
CORRECT ANSWERS- 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 -CORRECT ANSWERS- at a bonafide
shooting range
A license or permit to carry is required for carrying a pistol or revolver except -CORRECT ANSWERS- to
transport to a bonafide shooting range
To transport a pistol or revolver legally to and from a bonafide shooting range it should be -CORRECT
ANSWERS- 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 -CORRECT ANSWERS- unloaded and in a case,
separate from ammo
The actions of a handgun at the range should be closed when -CORRECT ANSWERS- on the line actually
firing at a proper target with a proper backstop
The primary consideration for all shooters should be -CORRECT ANSWERS- safety
On hearing the command "cease firing" you should -CORRECT ANSWERS- immediately stop firing and lay
the gun down
