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    Poudre B is an example of Nitro Express line.

    • True
    • False
    • Maybe
    • I don't know
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These guns were used for big game hunt. I am sure that even if you have not seen it physically before, you must have seen it in epic movies. Have you ever read on it? Let's delve into it a little

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  • 2. 
    An elephant gun is a large Caliber gun for game hunters. - ProProfs

    An elephant gun is a large Caliber gun for game hunters.

    • True

    • False

    • Maybe

    • I don't know

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because an elephant gun is indeed a large caliber gun specifically designed for game hunters to shoot and bring down large animals like elephants. These guns are typically powerful and have a high muzzle velocity to ensure they can effectively stop such massive creatures.

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  • 3. 
    What is the average velocity of most black powdered elephant gun? - ProProfs

    What is the average velocity of most black powdered elephant gun?

    • 1000feet/secs

    • 1500feet/secs

    • 3000feet/secs

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. 1500feet/secs
  • 4. 
    The velocity of Nitro express line guns is said to be __________ - ProProfs

    The velocity of Nitro express line guns is said to be __________

    • 1000ft/s

    • 2000ft/s

    • 1500ft/s

    • 2500ft/s

    Correct Answer
    A. 2000ft/s
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 2000ft/s because the question states that the velocity of Nitro express line guns is said to be a certain value, and out of the given options, 2000ft/s is the only value mentioned.

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  • 5. 
    Who was know to love hunting and has an elephant gun? - ProProfs

    Who was know to love hunting and has an elephant gun?

    • Barrack Obama

    • George Washington

    • Theodore Roosevelt

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Theodore Roosevelt
    Explanation
    Theodore Roosevelt is known to love hunting and has an elephant gun. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed participating in hunting trips throughout his life. He even went on a hunting expedition in Africa, where he famously hunted big game, including elephants. His love for hunting and his possession of an elephant gun make him the correct answer to this question.

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    The elephant gun uses bullet. - ProProfs

    The elephant gun uses bullet.

    • True

    • False

    • Maybe

    • I don't know

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "The elephant gun uses bullet" is false. Elephant guns are specifically designed to shoot large caliber bullets or slugs, not standard-sized bullets. These guns are used for hunting large and dangerous game, such as elephants, where the bullet needs to have a significant stopping power. Therefore, it is incorrect to say that the elephant gun uses a regular bullet.

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    What is the average velocity of most black powdered elephant gun? - ProProfs

    What is the average velocity of most black powdered elephant gun?

    • 320m/s

    • 460m/s

    • 3000m/s

    • 30m/s

    Correct Answer
    A. 460m/s
  • 8. 
    It was used by which of the following during the world war 1 for combat? - ProProfs

    It was used by which of the following during the world war 1 for combat?

    • Americans

    • Germans

    • Italians

    • British

    Correct Answer
    A. British
    Explanation
    During World War 1, the British used this technology for combat.

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  • 9. 
    Nitro express line is an example of smokeless elephant gun. - ProProfs

    Nitro express line is an example of smokeless elephant gun.

    • True

    • False

    • Maybe

    • I don't know

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because a Nitro Express line refers to a type of ammunition specifically designed for large game hunting, including elephants. These cartridges are known for their high velocity and power, allowing for effective and humane kills. The term "smokeless" refers to the fact that these cartridges use smokeless powder, which produces less smoke and residue compared to traditional black powder. Therefore, a Nitro Express line can be considered as an example of a smokeless elephant gun.

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  • 10. 
    The velocity of Nitro express line guns is said to be __________ - ProProfs

    The velocity of Nitro express line guns is said to be __________

    • 540mls

    • 610mls

    • 580m/s

    • 640m/s

    Correct Answer
    A. 610mls

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