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