Free hunter education exam prep for District of Columbia 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. Which of the following is a recognized limiting factor on a wildlife population?
2. A hunter education certificate earned in one state:
3. A hunter unsure whether an animal is a legal, huntable species or a protected look-alike should:
4. The best way to carry a firearm when hunting with a group is:
5. Many states participate in the Interstate Wildlife Violator Compact, which means a wildlife law violation in one member state can result in:
6. Which of the following is NOT one of the basic habitat components an animal needs to survive?
7. What is the primary source of funding for wildlife conservation in the United States, generated through excise taxes on firearms and ammunition?
8. Ammunition should always match the firearm's:
9. In late summer, some male ducks molt into a temporary "eclipse" plumage that:
10. Under many waterfowl regulations, being able to identify each species matters because:
11. What should you always do before loading a firearm?
12. If a distant animal can only be identified by sound or partial movement in brush, a hunter should:
13. Two similar-looking game species with different seasons or legal status underscore why hunters should:
14. Before taking a shot, positively identifying the species and, where required, the sex of the animal is important mainly because:
15. Before climbing into a tree stand, a hunter should always:
16. A deer's antler size and point count mainly reflect:
17. A "fair chase" ethic means:
18. When should a hunter's finger be on the trigger?
19. At a distance, the most reliable way to tell a wild turkey tom (male) from a hen (female) is:
20. Habitat protected using hunting license fees and excise taxes on hunting equipment:
21. If a shot only wounds an animal, a responsible hunter should:
22. Where can hunters find current season dates, bag limits, and legal hunting methods for their state?
23. Before crossing a fence, obstacle, or difficult terrain, a hunter should:
24. Harvested game must typically be tagged and reported:
25. An imbalanced deer herd with too many does relative to bucks can lead to a prolonged rutting period, which is most physically stressful for: