How Much Do You Actually Know About Firearms?

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Firearms are the barrelled guns which inflict damages on targeted objects by the projectiles formed as a result of an exothermic combustion of propellant. The first primitive firearm was made or produced in China. Upon the invention of these firearms, there are has been developments in warfare industry.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What kind of firearm is used for stealth operations? 

    • A. 

      Sniper guns 

    • B. 

      Shot guns 

    • C. 

      Long guns 

    • D. 

      Ruffles 

    Correct Answer
    A. Sniper guns 
    Explanation
    Sniper guns are used for stealth operations because they are designed for long-range precision shooting with minimal noise and muzzle flash. They are equipped with silencers or suppressors to reduce the sound and hide the shooter's location. Sniper guns are specifically designed to provide accuracy and lethality while maintaining a low profile, making them ideal for covert operations where stealth is crucial.

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  • 2. 

    Which of these is standard for classifying guns? 

    • A. 

      Configuration 

    • B. 

      Lenght 

    • C. 

      Purpose 

    • D. 

      Brand 

    Correct Answer
    A. Configuration 
    Explanation
    Configuration is the standard for classifying guns because it refers to the specific design and arrangement of the various parts of a gun, such as the barrel length, stock type, action type, and magazine capacity. Different configurations are used for different purposes, such as hunting, self-defense, or target shooting. Length, purpose, and brand can also be factors in classifying guns, but configuration is the most comprehensive and specific criterion.

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  • 3. 

    Which of these is a magazine-fed firearm?

    • A. 

      Manual firearm 

    • B. 

      Machine gun 

    • C. 

      Automatic firearm 

    • D. 

      Carbine 

    Correct Answer
    C. Automatic firearm 
    Explanation
    An automatic firearm is a type of firearm that is capable of firing multiple rounds with a single pull of the trigger. It uses energy from the fired round to reload and fire the next round, allowing for continuous firing as long as the trigger is held down. This type of firearm typically uses a magazine to hold and feed the ammunition into the chamber, making it a magazine-fed firearm.

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  • 4. 

    What propels a bullet into projectile motion? 

    • A. 

      Gas 

    • B. 

      Magazine 

    • C. 

      Shell 

    • D. 

      Trigger 

    Correct Answer
    D. Trigger 
    Explanation
    The trigger is responsible for initiating the firing mechanism in a firearm, which in turn propels the bullet into projectile motion. When the trigger is pulled, it releases the hammer or firing pin, which strikes the primer at the base of the bullet cartridge. This ignites the gunpowder, causing a rapid expansion of gas, which propels the bullet out of the barrel and into projectile motion.

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  • 5. 

    What hits a taget when a firearm is shot?

    • A. 

      Bullet 

    • B. 

      Air 

    • C. 

      Water 

    • D. 

      Emission 

    Correct Answer
    A. Bullet 
    Explanation
    When a firearm is shot, a bullet is propelled out of the barrel at high speed. The bullet is designed to be aerodynamic and penetrate through the air, allowing it to hit the intended target with accuracy and force. Therefore, the correct answer is bullet.

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  • 6. 

    Which of these is most similar to a riffle? 

    • A. 

      Pistol

    • B. 

      Submachine gun 

    • C. 

      Pump action

    • D. 

      Carbine 

    Correct Answer
    D. Carbine 
    Explanation
    A riffle is a type of firearm that is designed for accuracy and precision shooting. It is typically smaller and lighter than other firearms, making it easier to handle and maneuver. Similarly, a carbine is a lightweight firearm that is shorter than a full-sized rifle, making it more compact and easier to carry. Both a riffle and a carbine are designed for accurate shooting over medium distances, making them similar in terms of their purpose and functionality. Therefore, a carbine is the option that is most similar to a riffle.

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  • 7. 

    Which of these is a type of handgun? 

    • A. 

      Pistol 

    • B. 

      Revolver 

    • C. 

      Machine gun 

    • D. 

      Submachine gun 

    Correct Answer
    B. Revolver 
    Explanation
    A revolver is a type of handgun that features a revolving cylinder containing multiple chambers, each holding a single cartridge. When the trigger is pulled, the cylinder rotates, aligning a chamber with the barrel, allowing the bullet to be fired. Unlike a pistol, which typically has a magazine for holding multiple rounds, a revolver is manually loaded and each chamber is individually fired. Machine guns and submachine guns, on the other hand, are fully automatic firearms that are capable of firing multiple rounds with a single trigger pull, making them distinct from handguns.

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  • 8. 

    Which of these is not a firearm manufacturing company? 

    • A. 

      Ruger 

    • B. 

      Colt 

    • C. 

      Browning 

    • D. 

      Dolce & Gabanna 

    Correct Answer
    D. Dolce & Gabanna 
    Explanation
    Dolce & Gabanna is a well-known luxury fashion brand that specializes in clothing, accessories, and fragrances. They are not involved in the manufacturing of firearms. Ruger, Colt, and Browning, on the other hand, are all recognized firearm manufacturing companies.

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  • 9. 

    How are shot guns described? 

    • A. 

      By their gauge 

    • B. 

      By their caliber 

    • C. 

      By the length 

    • D. 

      By their configuration 

    Correct Answer
    A. By their gauge 
    Explanation
    Shotguns are described by their gauge, which refers to the diameter of the shotgun's bore. The gauge is determined by the number of lead balls of that diameter that would weigh one pound. For example, a 12-gauge shotgun has a bore diameter that allows for 12 lead balls of that diameter to weigh one pound. This measurement is used to classify and differentiate shotguns, with lower gauge numbers indicating larger bore diameters and higher gauge numbers indicating smaller bore diameters.

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  • 10. 

    What kind of propellants do old firearms use? 

    • A. 

      White powder 

    • B. 

      Bullets 

    • C. 

      Black powder 

    • D. 

      Trigger 

    Correct Answer
    C. Black powder 
    Explanation
    Old firearms use black powder as propellants. Black powder, also known as gunpowder, is a mixture of sulfur, charcoal, and potassium nitrate. It was widely used as an explosive propellant in firearms before the invention of smokeless powders. Black powder burns rapidly, creating a large volume of gas that propels the bullet out of the barrel. It has been used in firearms for centuries and played a significant role in the development of early firearms technology.

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