Pennsylvania Hunter-Trapper Education Course Practice Exam

What is the first step in the ethical field dressing of a game animal?

1. Remove the entrails

2. Tag the animal

3. Take photos of the animal

4. Check the animal for signs of illness

The correct answer is: Remove the entrails

The correct answer is to remove the entrails, which is the first step in the ethical field dressing of a game animal. Removing the entrails helps cool the animal down more quickly, which is important to prevent spoilage and ensure the quality of the meat. It also allows for easier handling and transportation of the animal. Tagging the animal, taking photos, and checking for signs of illness can all be important steps in the field dressing process, but the initial priority is to properly remove the entrails.