Colorado Hunter Education Practice Exam

Which of the following is considered a safe practice when hunting?

1. Identifying your target and what is beyond it

2. Shooting at water or flat, hard surfaces

3. Using alcohol or drugs before or during hunting

4. Hunting alone in unfamiliar territories

The correct answer is: Identifying your target and what is beyond it

Identifying your target and what is beyond it is considered a safe practice when hunting. This helps prevent accidental shootings of other hunters, non-target animals, or property. Shooting at water or flat, hard surfaces is incorrect because bullets can ricochet and cause injury or property damage. Using alcohol or drugs before or during hunting is incorrect because it impairs judgement, balance, and coordination, which can be dangerous when handling firearms. Hunting alone in unfamiliar territories is incorrect because it increases the risk of getting lost, injured, or encountering dangerous situations without anyone to help. It's always best to hunt with a partner or in areas that you are familiar with for safety reasons.