NRA BASIC RIFLE CERTIFICATION EVALUATION
2026 FULL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
◉ What does it mean to keep the gun pointed in a safe direction?
Answer: To always be aware of the safest direction to point the gun
depending on the circumstances.
◉ What should you do with your finger when holding a gun?
Answer: Rest your finger alongside the frame and outside the trigger
guard until you are ready to fire.
◉ What should you do if you do not know how to open the action or
inspect the chamber(s) of a gun?
Answer: Leave the gun alone and seek help from someone who does.
◉ What is the first additional NRA gun safety rule?
Answer: Know your target and what is beyond.
◉ What should you do before shooting to ensure safety?
Answer: Observe your prospective area of fire and make sure there
are no people or potential mishaps in that direction.
, ◉ What should you do before handling a gun?
Answer: Learn how it operates, know its basic parts, and how to
safely open and close the action and remove ammunition.
◉ Is a gun's mechanical safety device foolproof?
Answer: No, nothing can replace safe gun handling.
◉ Why is regular maintenance important for guns?
Answer: To remain operable.
◉ What are some aspects of a gun's general upkeep?
Answer: Regular cleaning and proper storage.
◉ What should you do if you have doubts about a gun's
functionality?
Answer: Consult a knowledgeable gunsmith.
◉ Why is it important to use the correct ammunition for your gun?
Answer: To ensure safe firing.
◉ How can you determine the correct ammunition for your gun?
2026 FULL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
◉ What does it mean to keep the gun pointed in a safe direction?
Answer: To always be aware of the safest direction to point the gun
depending on the circumstances.
◉ What should you do with your finger when holding a gun?
Answer: Rest your finger alongside the frame and outside the trigger
guard until you are ready to fire.
◉ What should you do if you do not know how to open the action or
inspect the chamber(s) of a gun?
Answer: Leave the gun alone and seek help from someone who does.
◉ What is the first additional NRA gun safety rule?
Answer: Know your target and what is beyond.
◉ What should you do before shooting to ensure safety?
Answer: Observe your prospective area of fire and make sure there
are no people or potential mishaps in that direction.
, ◉ What should you do before handling a gun?
Answer: Learn how it operates, know its basic parts, and how to
safely open and close the action and remove ammunition.
◉ Is a gun's mechanical safety device foolproof?
Answer: No, nothing can replace safe gun handling.
◉ Why is regular maintenance important for guns?
Answer: To remain operable.
◉ What are some aspects of a gun's general upkeep?
Answer: Regular cleaning and proper storage.
◉ What should you do if you have doubts about a gun's
functionality?
Answer: Consult a knowledgeable gunsmith.
◉ Why is it important to use the correct ammunition for your gun?
Answer: To ensure safe firing.
◉ How can you determine the correct ammunition for your gun?
