How to field dress a small animal - Test
  • 1. What is the first step in field dressing a small animal?
A) Skin the animal.
B) Gather your supplies and prepare your workspace.
C) Remove the head.
D) Eviscerate the animal.
  • 2. What is the most important safety precaution?
A) Work quickly.
B) Don't worry about cleanliness.
C) Use a dull knife.
D) Wear gloves.
  • 3. What is the purpose of field dressing?
A) To make the animal lighter to carry.
B) To cool the carcass and prevent spoilage.
C) To make the animal look presentable.
D) To remove the fur.
  • 4. What tool is essential for field dressing?
A) A hammer.
B) A saw.
C) A spoon.
D) A sharp knife.
  • 5. Where do you typically make the first incision?
A) Around the legs.
B) Around the neck.
C) Around the abdomen.
D) Down the back.
  • 6. What should you do with the entrails after removal?
A) Bury them where you stand.
B) Feed them to your dog.
C) Dispose of them properly, away from the carcass.
D) Leave them with the carcass.
  • 7. What does 'eviscerate' mean?
A) To wash the animal.
B) To skin the animal.
C) To remove the internal organs.
D) To bleed the animal.
  • 8. How can you cool the carcass quickly in warm weather?
A) Cover it with a blanket.
B) Place it in direct sunlight.
C) Pack the body cavity with ice or snow.
D) Hang it in a sealed bag.
  • 9. What is the diaphragm?
A) A type of skinning knife.
B) The muscle separating the chest and abdominal cavities.
C) Part of the digestive system.
D) A bone in the leg.
  • 10. Why is it important to remove the musk glands?
A) To make the fur more valuable.
B) To prevent tainting the meat.
C) They attract predators.
D) To make the animal lighter.
  • 11. How should you transport the field-dressed animal?
A) Inside a plastic garbage bag.
B) On the hood of your car.
C) Dangling from a rope.
D) In a breathable bag or on a game carrier.
  • 12. What's an important consideration when gutting near water sources?
A) Gut the animal directly in the water.
B) Avoid contaminating the water source.
C) It's fine to dispose of entrails in the water.
D) Clean your knife in the water.
  • 13. What is the 'bung'?
A) The rectum.
B) The kidney.
C) The stomach.
D) The liver.
  • 14. What should you do if you accidentally puncture the intestines?
A) Apply dirt to the area.
B) Ignore it and continue gutting.
C) Use soap.
D) Clean the area thoroughly with water and/or game wash.
  • 15. Why is it important to bleed the animal?
A) To reduce the weight.
B) It isn't important.
C) To make skinning easier.
D) To improve the taste and quality of the meat.
  • 16. Which organ is typically *not* removed during field dressing?
A) Intestines
B) Lungs
C) Kidneys
D) Heart
  • 17. What does 'gamey' taste often indicate?
A) It's a natural flavor of wild game.
B) The animal was old.
C) The animal ate certain plants.
D) Improper field dressing or spoilage.
  • 18. When is it *not* advisable to field dress an animal?
A) When the animal is clearly diseased.
B) When it's dark.
C) When it's raining.
D) When you're tired.
  • 19. What is 'game wash'?
A) A type of soap.
B) A method of cooking game.
C) A solution for cleaning the carcass after field dressing.
D) A type of salt.
  • 20. What part of the animal should you protect from contamination?
A) The fur.
B) The bones.
C) The hooves.
D) The meat.
  • 21. What does proper field dressing do for meat safety?
A) Adds nutrients.
B) Makes the meat more flavorful.
C) Removes all bacteria.
D) Reduces bacterial growth.
  • 22. Why should you avoid puncturing the bladder?
A) It causes an unpleasant smell.
B) Urine can taint the meat.
C) It attracts flies.
D) It's bad luck.
  • 23. Where are musk glands located on a rabbit?
A) Behind the ears.
B) In the groin area.
C) Near the tail.
D) Under the chin.
  • 24. What is 'blooming' the carcass?
A) Drying the meat in the sun.
B) Smoking the meat immediately.
C) Allowing the meat to age slightly in a cool environment.
D) Salting the meat.
  • 25. What is the most common cause of meat spoilage?
A) Improper bleeding.
B) Not removing the fur.
C) Exposure to sunlight.
D) Bacterial contamination and warm temperatures.
  • 26. Which way should you cut to avoid cutting yourself?
A) Away from your body.
B) With the grain of the fur.
C) Towards your body.
D) It doesn't matter.
  • 27. What is the purpose of using a gambrel?
A) To stun the animal.
B) To clean the animal.
C) To carry the animal.
D) To hang the animal for easier skinning and processing.
  • 28. What should you look for when inspecting the organs?
A) Their color.
B) Their smell.
C) Their size.
D) Any signs of disease or abnormality.
  • 29. What should you do with your used gloves?
A) Dispose of them properly in a sealed bag.
B) Wash and reuse them.
C) Bury them.
D) Leave them in the woods.
  • 30. If you don't have running water, what is a good alternative for cleaning the carcass?
A) Use gasoline.
B) Use mud.
C) Use clean, potable water and a clean cloth.
D) Use urine.
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