The Ultimate Tree Stand Quiz

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The Ultimate Tree Stand Quiz
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About This Quiz

Tree stands are used to give deer hunters improved visibility for making a kill. Safety should be the first concern for hunters who use deer stands, as heights and guns are a dangerous mix. Take this quiz to learn about how to set up a tree stand.
What is the main purpose of a tree stand in hunting?
improve visibility
increase safety
place to rest
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The main purpose is to maximize the hunter's field of vision.

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What is considered a low height for a tree stand?
10 feet
12 feet
35 feet
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A low height is 12 feet (4 meters) off the ground.

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How high may some hunters install a tree stand?
12 feet
20 feet
35 feet
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Some hunters go as high as 35 feet.

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Which stand is attached to a tree?
fixed
ladder
permanent
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A fixed stand is attached to a tree with ropes, chains or straps.

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What stand is easier to get up and down from?
fixed
ladder
permanent
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The ladder stand is the easiest to climb into and get down from.

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What type of stand is a good choice for terrain without many trees?
tower
fixed
ladder
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A tower stand is a freestanding structure and a good choice for terrain without many trees.

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Before you select a tree stand, what should you do?
check for restrictions
take climbing lessons
buy extra insurance
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Check for any restrictions on tree stands in the area you will be hunting.

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What is a sign that deer are in an area?
undisturbed plant life
deer scat
neither answer
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Deer scat is an indication that deer are in an area.

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What is a sign that a tree is not strong?
dead limbs
new growth
supple limbs
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Dead limbs and other decay are indicators that a tree is not strong.

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What kind of bark indicates a tree suitable for a tree stand?
smooth bark
semi-rough bark
flaky bark
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Trees with semi-rough bark work well for tree stands.

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What direction should you face when hunting from the stand?
towards deer signs
away from deer signs
no preference
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For best results, face toward the deer signs.

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Why do some hunters set up their tree stand several days before the hunt?
give deer a chance to acclimate
time for settling into the tree or soil
both answers
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Setting up the tree stand in advance can give the deer a chance to acclimate to the new structure.

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A tree stand is useful for hunting with what type of weapon?
rifle hunters
bow hunters
both answers
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Rifle hunters and bow hunters use tree stands.

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What safety equipment may prevent serious injury from a fall?
safety harness
bulletproof vest
safety goggles
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Use a safety harness.

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Where do climbing sticks attach to?
tree trunk
ground
tree branches
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Climbing sticks attach to the tree trunk.

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What equipment can give you a foothold onto a tree?
safety harness
tree ladder stand
tree steps
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Install tree steps to get a foothold.

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How are tree steps attached to trees?
screwed into trees
attached by straps
both answers
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Some tree steps are screwed into the tree and others are attached by straps.

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What is a sign of deer feeding?
short clipped plants
undisturbed plant life
neither answer
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Signs of deer feeding include short clipped plants.

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How do you get 35 feet up a tree?
helicopter
cherry picker
climbing gear
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To reach higher heights you will need climbing gear.

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Why should you pass on using a random tree stand?
unknown construction quality
unknown maintenance history
both answers
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Do not use a random tree stand, since the quality of construction and stand maintenance is unknown.

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