Maine Firearm Hunter Safety Course Practice Exam

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Prepare for the Maine Firearm Hunter Safety Course with practice exams. This guide includes multiple choice questions, flashcards, and detailed explanations to help ensure you're ready for the hunter safety exam.

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What is the first rule of firearm safety?

Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction
Always wear eye and ear protection
Only load the firearm when you are ready to shoot
Keep the firearm unloaded until ready to use

The correct answer is: Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction

The first rule of firearm safety is to always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. This means that the barrel of the gun should be pointed in a direction where it will not harm anyone or anything in case of an accidental discharge. While wearing eye and ear protection (B) is also important for personal safety, it is not the first rule of firearm safety. Only loading the firearm when you are ready to shoot (C) is also an important rule, but it comes after ensuring that the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction. Keeping the firearm unloaded until ready to use (D) is also an important safety measure, but it is not the first rule, as the muzzle direction is considered the most critical aspect of firearm safety.