Free hunter education exam prep for California hunters. 25 questions — answer them all, then check your score.
Note: the real exam's length, time limit, and passing score vary by state — this practice test is a fixed-length sample covering the same topics, not a copy of your state's exact exam format.
1. Studies on feral hog control have generally found that hunting them, with or without dogs, is:
2. Which of the following is a recognized limiting factor on a wildlife population?
3. A single antlerless deer standing alone in an open field or food plot is often, in fact, a:
4. A habitat's "arrangement" — how food, water, and cover are positioned relative to each other — matters because:
5. Which action mechanism requires the shooter to manually operate a handle between each shot?
6. A sudden decrease in a species' habitat, such as a drought reducing water sources, is an example of a:
7. In late summer, some male ducks molt into a temporary "eclipse" plumage that:
8. Before hunting on private property, a hunter must:
9. When a wildlife population grows well beyond a habitat's carrying capacity, the most likely outcome is:
10. A landowner who gives permission to hunt their property can legally:
11. A habitat's "arrangement" refers to how close its parts are to each other — for example, a white-footed mouse may find everything it needs within half an acre, while a white-tailed deer may need to range across:
12. Two similar-looking game species with different seasons or legal status underscore why hunters should:
13. A "zone of fire" refers to:
14. Before climbing into a tree stand, a hunter should always:
15. Under many waterfowl regulations, being able to identify each species matters because:
16. The single most important rule of firearm safety is to:
17. A hunter unsure whether an animal is a legal, huntable species or a protected look-alike should:
18. Harvested game must typically be tagged and reported:
19. Most state wildlife agencies are funded mainly through:
20. Where can hunters find current season dates, bag limits, and legal hunting methods for their state?
21. A hunt plan left with a family member or friend should include:
22. A deer's antler size and point count mainly reflect:
23. At a distance, the most reliable way to tell a wild turkey tom (male) from a hen (female) is:
24. What is the primary source of funding for wildlife conservation in the United States, generated through excise taxes on firearms and ammunition?
25. An early sign of hypothermia often includes: