Prepare for the Colorado Hunter Education Test with flashcards and multiple choice questions featuring hints and explanations. Get ready for your exam!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

Practice this question and more.


Before going hunting, what is the most important thing to check about your firearm?

  1. The color of the firearm

  2. The brand of the firearm

  3. The type of ammunition it uses

  4. If it has been cleaned recently

The correct answer is: The type of ammunition it uses

Before going hunting, it is important to check the type of ammunition your firearm uses. This is because using the wrong ammunition can be dangerous and cause malfunctions or damage to your firearm. Checking the color or brand of the firearm is not as important as ensuring you have the correct ammunition. Additionally, while it is important to regularly clean your firearm, this is not the most crucial thing to check before going hunting. Safety should always be the top priority.