1. What is the primary purpose of a deer’s antlers?

C) Mating displays

2. What time of day is commonly referred to as the "magic hour" for deer hunting?

C) Dawn and dusk

3. What type of camouflage pattern is best for late-season deer hunting in a snow-covered environment?

C) Snow camo

4. What is the name for the gland located on a deer’s tarsal bone that is used in scent marking?

B) Tarsal gland

5. What does the term “rut” refer to in deer hunting?

C) Mating season

6. What is a "drop tine" in deer antlers?

A) A tine that grows downward from the main beam

7. Which of the following is not a method of deer hunting?

D) Hover hunting

8. What is the significance of "scrapes" in deer behavior?

A) Marking territory

9. What type of deer call is commonly used to simulate a doe in estrus?

C) Bleat call

10. What is the average distance a deer can detect human scent?

C) 200 yards

11. What does “over-browsing” refer to in deer management?

C) Destroying vegetation

12. What is the primary advantage of using a crossbow for deer hunting?

B) Greater accuracy

13. What is the best way to approach a deer when hunting from the ground?

A) Directly and quietly

14. What does the term "buck fever" refer to in hunting?

A) The excitement and nervousness experienced when a buck is spotted

15. What is the main purpose of a deer stand or blind?

A) To conceal the hunter

16. What does the term “fawn” refer to?

A) A young deer

17. What type of terrain is often preferred by mature bucks?

B) Dense forest

18. What does “spot and stalk” hunting involve?

A) Identifying deer from a distance and then moving in for a closer shot

19. What is the average lifespan of a white-tailed deer in the wild?

A) 3-5 years

20. What is the primary purpose of a scent cover in deer hunting?

A) To mask human odor and avoid detection by deer

21. What is a common mistake hunters make when setting up a deer stand?

A) Placing it too close to deer trails

22. How can a hunter minimize noise while moving through the woods?

A) Move slowly and carefully

23. What factor most influences a deer’s feeding patterns?

C) Food availability

24. What is the primary reason for a deer to use a “licking branch”?

A) To mark territory

25. How can a hunter effectively use a trail camera for deer hunting?

A) To monitor deer movement and patterns

26. What does “nose to the ground” behavior indicate in deer?

A) Tracking other deer

27. What is the best strategy for hunting deer during the rut?

A) Use a combination of calls and scents

28. What is the primary purpose of a deer feeder in a hunting setup?

A) To attract and condition deer to come to a specific area

29. What should be the primary consideration when choosing a deer hunting rifle?

A) Caliber and accuracy

30. What is the primary benefit of using a scent blocker?

A) To reduce human odor and increase chances of a successful hunt