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