Welcome to the Associated Gun Clubs Range Rules Quiz!

AGC Range Rules (Updated Jan 21, 2020)

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1. 
During a cease-fire, a removable magazine can remain in the firearm as long as an empty chamber indicator (ECI) is visible. Hint: Range Rule I.C.10

2. 
Rifles, shotguns, and handguns are allowed on the 200-yard range. Hint: Range Rule IV.C.1

3. 
Rifles and handguns are allowed on the 100-yard (Barnes) range, but shotguns are not. Hint: Range Rule IV.B.1

4. 
During range operations, any directions by Range Safety Officers (RSO), AGC Officers, and/or Shooting Directors/Event Directors are not to be disputed. Badge-holders may contact their club officers for disposition or appeal. Hint: Range Rule I.B.1, 1.B.1.A

5. 
You and your guest are shooting on the 100-yard (Barnes) range. You need to use the bathroom and make a phone call. Your guest wants to stay at the firing point with your firearms and keep shooting. Is this OK? Hint: Range Rule I.B.5

6. 
Slugs may be fired on the shotgun patterning range. Hint: Range Rule IV.E.3

7. 
On the trap range, how many guests may a badge-holder have on the firing line firing sequentially? Hint: Range Rule I.B.6

8. 
With exception of the bench-rest area on the 100-yard (Barnes) range, the firing line on the 50-yard (pistol), 100-yard (Barnes), and 200-yard ranges are designated as: Hint: Range Rule I.C.21

9. 
On the 200-yard range, moveable shooting benches must be positioned so the front legs are at the forward (down-range) edge of the concrete pad. Hint: Range Rule IV.C.2

10. 
When casing or uncasing a firearm while on the concrete pad, the muzzle must remain pointed down-range. Hint: Range Rule I.C.13

11. 
Under what conditions may you leave a removable magazine inserted in a firearm during a cease-fire? Hint: Range Rule I.C.10.c

12. 
It is unacceptable to shoot at any wildlife that enters your line of fire on an AGC range. Hint: Range Rule I.C.18

13. 
The firing line in the bench-rest area -- lanes 91 to 100 on the 100-yard (Barnes) range -- is defined as: Hint: Range Rule I.C.21

14. 
On the 100-yard (Barnes) range, the shooting lanes to the left of the orange poles may only be used for: Hint: Range Rule IV.B.2

15. 
If I leave the firing line but plan to return to continue shooting, I can leave my firearm loaded. Hint: Range Rule I.C.4

16. 
While you are at your firing position, you notice that the shooter next to you consistently has their firearm pointed at you and/or others (flagging) when loading/unloading. What do you do? Hint: Range Rule I.C.1

17. 
When I bring guests to the 50-yard (pistol) range, 100-yard (Barnes) range, or 200-yard range, we can shoot in different lanes. Hint: Range Rule I.B.6

18. 
What is the maximum ammunition velocity allowed on the trap range? Hint: Range Rule IV.D.3

19. 
Eye and ear protection are required on or near active firing lines, except at the pellet and archery ranges. Hint: Range Rule I.C.2.a

20. 
Rifle-caliber handguns are permitted on the 50-yard (pistol) range. Hint: Range Rule IV.A.2

21. 
If a black powder firearm contains propellant, projectile, or cap, the firearm is considered loaded. Hint: Range Rule I.C.10.d

22. 
It is OK if an empty cartridge remains in the chamber/cylinder/fixed magazine during a cease-fire. Hint: Range Rule I.C.10

23. 
Which statement is correct for shooting .22 pellets on the indoor pellet range? Hint: Range Rule IV.G.4

24. 
When shooting handicaps for trap, shooters may shoot from a staggered position not to exceed: Hint: Range Rule IV.D.6

25. 
You must display your named yellow badge with certification sticker in addition to your range badge when shooting at steel targets. Hint: Range Rule II.B.2

26. 
If a cartridge or empty case is in the chamber/cylinder/fixed magazine, or if a removable magazine is inserted, does the AGC consider the firearm loaded? Hint: Range Rule I.C.10.c

27. 
A firearm may be removed from or inserted into a case only when the line is hot. Hint: Range Rule I.C.12

28. 
The use of an empty chamber indicator (ECI) during a cease-fire is optional on the trap range and for muzzle-loading firearms. Hint: Range Rule I.C.3.d

29. 
Everyone on the range has an obligation to police their shooting neighbors and help them follow the safety rules. If a polite reminder does not have the desired effect or is poorly received, the violation should be reported to a Range Safety Officer (RSO). Hint: Range Rule I.C.1

30. 
Targets and target frames must not be capable of deflecting a projectile in an unsafe direction. Hint: Range Rule I.C.27

31. 
Slugs may be fired at the trap range. Hint: Range Rule IV.D.4

32. 
If I see someone going forward of the firing line while the range is hot, I need to yell “Cease Fire!” Hint: Range Rule I.C.23

33. 
Which of the following are included in AGC's cardinal rules of gun safety? Hint: Range Rule I.A.1-4

34. 
Any target on any target frame must be positioned so all rounds, shot from any firearm: Hint: Range Rule II.A.1

35. 
When carrying an uncased firearm from place to place, it must be carried muzzle-up, unless it is a break-open shotgun or rifle. Hint: Range Rule I.C.7