Minnesota Firearms Safety Hunter Education Practice Exam

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What is the primary rule of gun safety when hunting?

  1. Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times

  2. Only load the gun when you are in the blind

  3. Fire only when the target is fully visible

  4. Unload the firearm before jumping a fence or obstacle

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

The primary rule of gun safety when hunting is to keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times. This rule is of utmost importance as it ensures that even if an accidental discharge were to occur, no one will be harmed as long as the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction. It is a foundational principle of firearm safety that every hunter must strictly adhere to during hunting activities.