How to set a deadfall trap
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a deadfall trap?
A) To mark a territory.
B) To capture or kill an animal.
C) To scare away animals.
D) To collect rainwater.
  • 2. What is the most common type of trigger mechanism for a deadfall trap?
A) Infrared trigger.
B) Spring-loaded trigger.
C) Figure-four trigger.
D) Magnetic trigger.
  • 3. Which of these is NOT a good material for constructing a deadfall trap?
A) Wood
B) Bone
C) Metal
D) Stone
  • 4. What is 'bait' used for in a deadfall trap?
A) To provide food for other animals.
B) To lure the animal into triggering the trap.
C) To camouflage the trap.
D) To poison the animal.
  • 5. What is the most crucial factor for a successful deadfall trap?
A) The color of the rocks used.
B) Proper trigger sensitivity.
C) The size of the bait.
D) The phase of the moon.
  • 6. Why is it important to camouflage a deadfall trap?
A) To protect it from the weather.
B) To make it aesthetically pleasing.
C) To make it less noticeable to the target animal.
D) To signal other trappers.
  • 7. What is the primary force that kills or traps the animal?
A) An electrical current.
B) The weight of the heavy object (e.g., rock, log).
C) The sharpness of the bait.
D) The speed of the trigger.
  • 8. When setting a deadfall trap, what safety precaution is paramount?
A) Set the trap away from trails and clearly mark it.
B) Set the trap near water sources.
C) Set the trap only during daylight hours.
D) Set the trap with a partner.
  • 9. What is the purpose of the upright in a figure-four trigger?
A) To support the weight and hold the trigger in place.
B) To stabilize the bait.
C) To distract the animal.
D) To measure the trap's effectiveness.
  • 10. Why should you test the trigger mechanism after setting a deadfall trap?
A) To ensure it functions correctly and safely.
B) To attract animals with the sound.
C) To calibrate its sensitivity.
D) To make sure it's properly hidden.
  • 11. What size animal is a small deadfall trap typically used for?
A) Deer and elk.
B) Rodents and small birds.
C) Elephants and rhinos.
D) Bears and wolves.
  • 12. What type of knot is commonly used to create adjustable loops in a deadfall trap?
A) Bowline.
B) Square knot.
C) Taut-line hitch.
D) Figure eight knot.
  • 13. What does 'dry firing' a trap mean?
A) Heating the trap with fire.
B) Setting off the trap without any animal present.
C) Using wet wood to build the trap.
D) Cleaning the trap with water.
  • 14. How often should a deadfall trap be checked?
A) At least once daily.
B) Only when you hear it go off.
C) Once a week.
D) Once a month.
  • 15. What is a good indicator that an animal is in the area?
A) A strong wind.
B) Tracks, droppings, and gnaw marks.
C) The presence of mushrooms.
D) Rainbows in the sky.
  • 16. What type of wood is generally preferred for a figure-four trigger?
A) Green, pliable wood.
B) Soaked wood.
C) Dry, seasoned wood.
D) Rotting wood.
  • 17. What is the ideal weight of the rock or log used as the deadfall?
A) Heavy enough to kill or trap the target animal effectively.
B) As light as possible.
C) Dependent on the color of the bait.
D) Exactly 5 pounds.
  • 18. What is the most ethical consideration when setting a deadfall trap?
A) Ensuring the trap is effective and minimizes suffering.
B) Setting as many traps as possible.
C) Ignoring local regulations.
D) Using the cheapest materials possible.
  • 19. Why is it important to remove the scent from your hands when setting a trap?
A) To prevent rusting of the trap.
B) To avoid getting poison on your hands.
C) To make the trap look more natural.
D) To avoid alerting the animal to the trap.
  • 20. What is the best location to set a deadfall trap?
A) Along animal trails or near feeding areas.
B) In the middle of an open field.
C) On top of a hill.
D) Near your campsite.
  • 21. What angle is ideal for the 'horizontal' or 'bait stick' of the figure 4 deadfall?
A) Perfectly horizontal.
B) Slightly angled downwards towards the bait.
C) Angled sharply upwards.
D) Completely vertical.
  • 22. What happens if the 'trigger stick' is too short?
A) The bait will spoil faster.
B) The trap will be impossible to set.
C) The trap is likely to collapse prematurely.
D) The trap will be more effective.
  • 23. Why might you choose to use multiple smaller deadfall traps over one large one?
A) To avoid attracting larger predators.
B) Because large traps are easier to detect.
C) To save time and effort.
D) To increase the chances of catching something.
  • 24. What is a good way to learn about local regulations regarding trapping?
A) Assume there are no regulations.
B) Contact the local wildlife agency.
C) Ignore all regulations.
D) Ask a random person in the woods.
  • 25. What is the first step in constructing a figure-four deadfall?
A) Cut and prepare the three sticks.
B) Dig a hole.
C) Place the bait.
D) Find a suitable rock or log.
  • 26. What should you do with an animal caught in a deadfall trap that you do not intend to use?
A) Use it as bait for a bigger trap.
B) Give it to a passing stranger.
C) Release it humanely if possible, or dispose of it properly.
D) Leave it in the trap to rot.
  • 27. If your deadfall trap keeps failing, what is the MOST likely cause?
A) The location is not suitable.
B) The bait is not attractive enough.
C) The wood is the wrong color.
D) The trigger mechanism is not properly balanced.
  • 28. What is an alternative to a traditional figure-four trigger?
A) A laser tripwire.
B) A simple snare-and-prop deadfall.
C) A trained animal that triggers the trap.
D) A time-release mechanism.
  • 29. Why is it important to use local materials when constructing a trap?
A) Local materials are always stronger.
B) It shows respect for the local culture.
C) They are readily available and blend in with the environment.
D) Imported materials are too expensive.
  • 30. What is one way to increase the effectiveness of your bait?
A) Use poisoned bait.
B) Use stale or rotten bait.
C) Use scents that the target animal finds attractive.
D) Use brightly colored bait.
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