How to set a deadfall trap
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a deadfall trap?
A) To scare away animals.
B) To capture or kill an animal.
C) To collect rainwater.
D) To mark a territory.
  • 2. What is the most common type of trigger mechanism for a deadfall trap?
A) Infrared trigger.
B) Spring-loaded trigger.
C) Figure-four trigger.
D) Magnetic trigger.
  • 3. Which of these is NOT a good material for constructing a deadfall trap?
A) Bone
B) Stone
C) Metal
D) Wood
  • 4. What is 'bait' used for in a deadfall trap?
A) To provide food for other animals.
B) To poison the animal.
C) To lure the animal into triggering the trap.
D) To camouflage the trap.
  • 5. What is the most crucial factor for a successful deadfall trap?
A) Proper trigger sensitivity.
B) The size of the bait.
C) The color of the rocks used.
D) The phase of the moon.
  • 6. Why is it important to camouflage a deadfall trap?
A) To signal other trappers.
B) To protect it from the weather.
C) To make it aesthetically pleasing.
D) To make it less noticeable to the target animal.
  • 7. What is the primary force that kills or traps the animal?
A) The sharpness of the bait.
B) The speed of the trigger.
C) An electrical current.
D) The weight of the heavy object (e.g., rock, log).
  • 8. When setting a deadfall trap, what safety precaution is paramount?
A) Set the trap only during daylight hours.
B) Set the trap away from trails and clearly mark it.
C) Set the trap with a partner.
D) Set the trap near water sources.
  • 9. What is the purpose of the upright in a figure-four trigger?
A) To measure the trap's effectiveness.
B) To distract the animal.
C) To stabilize the bait.
D) To support the weight and hold the trigger in place.
  • 10. Why should you test the trigger mechanism after setting a deadfall trap?
A) To make sure it's properly hidden.
B) To attract animals with the sound.
C) To ensure it functions correctly and safely.
D) To calibrate its sensitivity.
  • 11. What size animal is a small deadfall trap typically used for?
A) Bears and wolves.
B) Elephants and rhinos.
C) Deer and elk.
D) Rodents and small birds.
  • 12. What type of knot is commonly used to create adjustable loops in a deadfall trap?
A) Bowline.
B) Figure eight knot.
C) Taut-line hitch.
D) Square knot.
  • 13. What does 'dry firing' a trap mean?
A) Heating the trap with fire.
B) Using wet wood to build the trap.
C) Setting off the trap without any animal present.
D) Cleaning the trap with water.
  • 14. How often should a deadfall trap be checked?
A) Once a month.
B) At least once daily.
C) Once a week.
D) Only when you hear it go off.
  • 15. What is a good indicator that an animal is in the area?
A) The presence of mushrooms.
B) Rainbows in the sky.
C) A strong wind.
D) Tracks, droppings, and gnaw marks.
  • 16. What type of wood is generally preferred for a figure-four trigger?
A) Green, pliable wood.
B) Soaked wood.
C) Dry, seasoned wood.
D) Rotting wood.
  • 17. What is the ideal weight of the rock or log used as the deadfall?
A) Exactly 5 pounds.
B) As light as possible.
C) Dependent on the color of the bait.
D) Heavy enough to kill or trap the target animal effectively.
  • 18. What is the most ethical consideration when setting a deadfall trap?
A) Using the cheapest materials possible.
B) Setting as many traps as possible.
C) Ignoring local regulations.
D) Ensuring the trap is effective and minimizes suffering.
  • 19. Why is it important to remove the scent from your hands when setting a trap?
A) To make the trap look more natural.
B) To avoid getting poison on your hands.
C) To prevent rusting of the trap.
D) To avoid alerting the animal to the trap.
  • 20. What is the best location to set a deadfall trap?
A) In the middle of an open field.
B) On top of a hill.
C) Near your campsite.
D) Along animal trails or near feeding areas.
  • 21. What angle is ideal for the 'horizontal' or 'bait stick' of the figure 4 deadfall?
A) Angled sharply upwards.
B) Completely vertical.
C) Slightly angled downwards towards the bait.
D) Perfectly horizontal.
  • 22. What happens if the 'trigger stick' is too short?
A) The trap will be more effective.
B) The trap is likely to collapse prematurely.
C) The trap will be impossible to set.
D) The bait will spoil faster.
  • 23. Why might you choose to use multiple smaller deadfall traps over one large one?
A) To avoid attracting larger predators.
B) Because large traps are easier to detect.
C) To increase the chances of catching something.
D) To save time and effort.
  • 24. What is a good way to learn about local regulations regarding trapping?
A) Ignore all regulations.
B) Assume there are no regulations.
C) Ask a random person in the woods.
D) Contact the local wildlife agency.
  • 25. What is the first step in constructing a figure-four deadfall?
A) Cut and prepare the three sticks.
B) Find a suitable rock or log.
C) Dig a hole.
D) Place the bait.
  • 26. What should you do with an animal caught in a deadfall trap that you do not intend to use?
A) Release it humanely if possible, or dispose of it properly.
B) Use it as bait for a bigger trap.
C) Give it to a passing stranger.
D) Leave it in the trap to rot.
  • 27. If your deadfall trap keeps failing, what is the MOST likely cause?
A) The bait is not attractive enough.
B) The location is not suitable.
C) The wood is the wrong color.
D) The trigger mechanism is not properly balanced.
  • 28. What is an alternative to a traditional figure-four trigger?
A) A laser tripwire.
B) A trained animal that triggers the trap.
C) A simple snare-and-prop deadfall.
D) A time-release mechanism.
  • 29. Why is it important to use local materials when constructing a trap?
A) They are readily available and blend in with the environment.
B) It shows respect for the local culture.
C) Local materials are always stronger.
D) Imported materials are too expensive.
  • 30. What is one way to increase the effectiveness of your bait?
A) Use brightly colored bait.
B) Use poisoned bait.
C) Use stale or rotten bait.
D) Use scents that the target animal finds attractive.
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