Ontario Hunting License Practice Exam

Why must firearms be encased at night in areas inhabited by game?

1. To make them easier to carry

2. To prevent accidental discharge

3. For legal identification purposes

4. As a measure to ensure safety and compliance with hunting regulations

The correct answer is: As a measure to ensure safety and compliance with hunting regulations

Firearms must be encased at night in areas inhabited by game to ensure safety and comply with hunting regulations. Option A is incorrect because carrying a firearm with no protective casing could increase the risk of accidental discharge or harm to oneself or others. Option B is incorrect because encasing the firearm at night would prevent accidental discharge. Option C is incorrect because legal identification purposes would not be relevant to the physical safety of the firearm. So, the best answer is D.