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 should you do if you fall while carrying a firearm?

Try to catch the firearm
Control the direction of the muzzle
Unload the firearm immediately
Run to get help

The correct answer is: Control the direction of the muzzle

If you fall while carrying a firearm, you should always control the direction of the muzzle, regardless of whether you are able to catch it or not. This is because the safety of yourself and those around you is the top priority when handling a firearm. Trying to catch the firearm could cause an unintentional discharge or result in the firearm being pointed in an unsafe direction. Unloading the firearm immediately may also be dangerous if not done properly, as you may accidentally pull the trigger while attempting to unload it. Similarly, running to get help can also be risky as it could cause you to lose control of the firearm or accidentally point it at someone. It is always best to control the direction of the muzzle, assess the situation, and then safely unload the firearm if necessary.