Do You Know The Long Gun?

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A long gun is a category of what?
- Machine guns
- Automatic rifle
- Fire lances
- Firearms

About This Quiz

A long gun is historically known by the navy as a standard type of canon. This category of gun is much more expensive to transport due to its heavy weight inferred by its barrel lenght. How well do you know long guns? Here is a short quiz.

2.

A long gun is generally designed to be held by how many hands?
- One
- Two
- None
- Unknown
Correct Answer

A. Two

Explanation

A long gun is generally designed to be held by two hands for better stability, control, and accuracy. Holding a long gun with two hands allows the shooter to have a firm grip on the firearm, reducing recoil and increasing the ability to aim and shoot accurately. Using both hands also distributes the weight of the gun evenly, making it easier to handle and maneuver. Therefore, the correct answer is two.

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3.

A long gun is braced against the
- Chest
- Stomach
- Shoulder
- Forehead
Correct Answer

A. Shoulder

Explanation

A long gun is braced against the shoulder because this provides stability and support for the shooter. By placing the gun against the shoulder, the recoil from firing the gun is absorbed by the body, allowing for better control and accuracy. This position also allows the shooter to align their eye with the sights on the gun, making it easier to aim and target accurately. The shoulder provides a solid base for the gun and helps to distribute the weight evenly, making it more comfortable to hold and shoot.

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4.

What is the minimum length of rifle barrel set by NFA?
- 10 inch
- 16 inch
- 22 inch
- 28 inch
Correct Answer

A. 16 inch

Explanation

The correct answer is 16 inch. The National Firearms Act (NFA) sets a minimum length requirement for rifle barrels, and that requirement is 16 inches. This regulation ensures that rifles are not easily concealable and helps to prevent the use of firearms for illegal activities.

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5.

What is the minimum length of shot gun barrel prescribed by USA NFA?
- 10 inch
- 18 inch
- 22 inch
- 28 inch
Correct Answer

A. 18 inch

Explanation

The correct answer is 18 inch. The USA NFA (National Firearms Act) prescribes a minimum length of 18 inches for a shotgun barrel. This regulation ensures that shotguns are not easily concealable and helps to prevent illegal activities involving firearms.

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6.

Which of these is common to all long guns?
- Cylinder
- Front grip
- Shoulder stocks
- B and C
Correct Answer

A. B and C

Explanation

The correct answer is "B and C" because both front grips and shoulder stocks are common features found in all long guns. Front grips provide additional stability and control while holding the firearm, and shoulder stocks are used to support the gun against the shooter's shoulder, aiding in accuracy and recoil management. The presence of these features is what distinguishes long guns from other types of firearms.

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7.

Front grips provides
- Lightness in handling
- Flexibility in handling
- Persistence in handling
- Steadiness in handling
Correct Answer

A. Steadiness in handling

Explanation

Front grips provide steadiness in handling because they offer a secure and stable grip on the front end of the object being handled. This helps to minimize any unwanted movements or wobbling, allowing for better control and stability during handling. Steadiness in handling is crucial in situations where precision and stability are required, such as when operating delicate or heavy objects.

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8.

What feature makes it to be reffered to as a long gun?
- Long Barrel
- Long Cylinder
- Long Action
- Long Frame
Correct Answer

A. Long Barrel

Explanation

A long gun is referred to as such because it has a long barrel. The length of the barrel is a defining characteristic of a long gun, distinguishing it from other types of firearms. The long barrel provides better accuracy and range compared to shorter barrels, making it suitable for activities such as hunting or target shooting.

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9.

The long barrel provides?
- Flexibility in aiming
- Steadiness in handling
- High aiming precision
- Nothing
Correct Answer

A. High aiming precision

Explanation

The long barrel provides high aiming precision because it allows for a longer sight radius, which increases the accuracy of the shot. The longer barrel also helps to stabilize the firearm, reducing muzzle rise and recoil, which can further enhance the precision of the aim. Overall, the length of the barrel plays a crucial role in achieving high aiming precision.

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10.

What is the mass of Long gun compared to the Short gun?
- Equal
- Heavier
- Lighter
- A little lighter
Correct Answer

A. Heavier

Explanation

The correct answer is "Heavier." This suggests that the mass of the Long gun is greater than the mass of the Short gun.

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