Do You Know The Arquebus (gun)?

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How is it also spelt?
- Acubus
- Arcuebus
- Harquebus
- Arquebos

About This Quiz

The Arquebus gun was a form of the long gun and was one of the oldest gun ever invented. According to its history, sometime around 1475, a matchlock mechanism was implemented to it and it became the first gun with a trigger. Do you know more? Get on the quiz.

2.

What is it aslo called?
- Ark man
- Ark rifle
- Cubos
- Hackbut
Correct Answer

A. Hackbut
3.

It is the first gun fired from
- The Kneels
- The Shoulder
- The Ground
- The Armpit
Correct Answer

A. The Shoulder

Explanation

The correct answer is "The Shoulder" because traditionally, firearms are fired from the shoulder for stability and accuracy. This firing position allows the shooter to have better control over the weapon and absorb the recoil more effectively. Firing from the shoulder also provides a more natural and comfortable position for aiming and targeting.

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4.

What country was the gun invented?
- Spain
- France
- Italy
- Taiwan
Correct Answer

A. Spain

Explanation

The gun was invented in Spain. Spain has a long history of firearm development, with the earliest known gun, the "pot-de-fer," dating back to the 13th century. Spanish gunsmiths played a significant role in refining and improving gun technology over the centuries. The country's expertise in firearms was highly regarded, and Spanish guns were widely exported and used by armies around the world. Therefore, it is commonly accepted that the gun was invented in Spain.

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5.

The gun was invented around what century?
- 15th
- 16th
- 17th
- 18th
Correct Answer

A. 15th

Explanation

The gun was invented around the 15th century. This was a time when advancements in technology and warfare were being made, and the invention of the gun revolutionized warfare. The development of gunpowder and the ability to project projectiles at high speeds greatly changed the dynamics of battles and warfare strategies. This invention had a significant impact on the course of history and the way wars were fought.

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6.

Its name was derived from what language?
- French
- Latin
- German
- Spanish
Correct Answer

A. German

Explanation

The correct answer is German. The question is asking about the language from which the name was derived. Out of the given options, German is the language that the name was derived from.

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7.

What does its name interprets as?
- Hacked gun
- Sure gun
- Mike gun
- Hooked gun
Correct Answer

A. Hooked gun

Explanation

The correct answer is "Hooked gun". The name "Hooked gun" suggests that the gun has a hook or a curved shape, which could potentially be used for a specific purpose such as grappling or catching objects. This interpretation implies that the gun is designed or modified in a way that allows it to perform tasks beyond its basic function of firing projectiles.

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8.

Its stock resembles that of a
- Machine gun
- Rifle
- Shot gun
- Musket
Correct Answer

A. Shot gun

Explanation

The correct answer is "Shot gun" because shotguns are known for their distinctive stock design. Shotguns typically have a long and straight stock that allows for better control and stability when firing. The stock of a shotgun is designed to absorb recoil and provide a comfortable grip for the shooter. Additionally, shotguns often have a pistol grip or a shoulder stock that further enhances the handling and accuracy of the firearm.

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It was later succeeded by a developed version called?
- Shot gun
- Short gun
- Long gun
- Musket
Correct Answer

A. Musket

Explanation

The question is asking for the name of the developed version that succeeded the mentioned item. The options provided are "Shot gun," "Short gun," "Long gun," and "Musket." Among these options, "Musket" is the most suitable answer as it is a type of firearm that was commonly used in warfare during the 16th to 18th centuries. It is known to have succeeded earlier firearms like the arquebus and the matchlock musket, making it the correct answer in this context.

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What is An infantryman armed with the arquebus gun called?
- Arquebusier
- Arquebuser
- Arquebusy
- Arquebusler
Correct Answer

A. Arquebusier

Explanation

An infantryman armed with the arquebus gun is called an arquebusier. The term "arquebusier" specifically refers to a soldier who uses the arquebus, a type of firearm that was commonly used in the 15th to 17th centuries. The suffix "-ier" is often used to denote a person who performs a particular action or is associated with a specific item, hence "arquebusier" is the correct term for this type of soldier.

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