Military Marksmanship and Weapon Handling Quiz

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#1

Which stance is commonly used in military marksmanship to provide stability and accuracy?

Standing
Kneeling
Prone
Sitting
#2

What is the term used to describe the process of aiming a firearm at a target?

Firing
Triggering
Sighting
Loading
#3

What is the term used to describe the process of quickly replacing an empty magazine with a loaded one in firearms training?

Reloading
Refueling
Recharging
Recycling
#4

Which of the following actions should be taken immediately after firing a weapon?

Check ammunition
Keep the finger on the trigger
Lower the weapon
Reload the weapon
#5

What is the purpose of the 'ready magazine pouch' in military gear?

To store additional ammunition
To carry food supplies
To hold medical equipment
To keep cleaning tools
#6

What is the primary purpose of the 'ready position' when handling a firearm?

To prepare for immediate action
To signal surrender
To rest the firearm
To indicate ceasefire
#7

In military terminology, what does 'MOS' stand for?

Military Organization Structure
Military Occupational Specialty
Military Operational Strategy
Military Observation System
#8

What does the term 'zeroing' a weapon mean in military marksmanship?

Setting the weapon to fire automatically
Calibrating the sights to ensure accuracy
Disassembling the weapon for maintenance
Loading the weapon with ammunition
#9

Which of the following factors can affect a bullet's trajectory?

Air temperature
Humidity
Wind speed
All of the above
#10

What is the purpose of the 'ready-up drill' in weapon handling?

To improve weapon accuracy
To practice quick reaction to threats
To clean the weapon
To perform routine maintenance
#11

What is the 'safety catch' or 'safety selector' on a firearm primarily designed to do?

Lock the trigger
Prevent accidental firing
Secure the ammunition
Enable rapid firing
#12

Which of the following is NOT a basic firearm safety rule?

Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire
Always point the firearm in a safe direction
Unload firearms when not in use
Modify the firearm to enhance performance
#13

What is the purpose of the 'controlled pair' shooting technique?

To conserve ammunition
To increase firing speed
To ensure accuracy
To avoid recoil
#14

Which type of sight is commonly used for long-range precision shooting?

Iron sights
Red dot sights
Telescopic sights
Holographic sights
#15

What does the acronym 'BRASS' stand for in firearm safety?

Basic Rifle And Shooting Safety
Bullet Reload And Safety System
Be Ready And Stay Safe
Bolt Release And Safety Selector
#16

Which of the following is NOT a component of the 'four fundamentals' of marksmanship?

Aiming
Breath control
Trigger control
Grip strength
#17

In marksmanship training, what does the acronym 'MOA' stand for?

Minute Of Angle
Marksmanship Of Accuracy
Military Operations Area
Maximum Ordinate Adjustment

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