Module C6. Falconry furniture and equipment Quiz

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  1. Furniture is the term used for any equipment actually fastened to a bird of prey. How often should furniture be checked?1
  2. What is the main disadvantage of a poorly made hood?1
  3. Why is a swivel used when a hawk is tethered to a perch or the glove?1
  4. Why might we use lures with birds of prey?1
  5. ‘Making to the hood’ is the phrase used to describe the process of getting the hawk used to wearing the hood. When is it best to ‘make a young hawk to the hood?1
  6. Identify unsuitable materials for a raptor leash (choose two)1
  7. Part of a telemetry system is carried with you when you fly your bird of Prey free. What is it called?1
  8. What is the danger arising from jesses that are too long when using block perches?1
  9. Why are hoods traditionally used on falcons?1
  10. Where should I.D. rings be fitted to your hawk?1
  11. Which of these UK organisations helps to find lost Hawks?1
  12. You can fit a small electronic device to your hawk which gives out a signal that helps find lost hawks. What is this called?1
  13. What does the term triangulation mean when using telemetry to recover a lost hawk.1
  14. What is the main disadvantage of using a very large travelling box?1
  15. Which type of lure is mostly used for falcons?1
  16. Which statement is correct?1
  17. Why should you avoid flying a bird of prey on a creance near trees?1
  18. Some falconer say that keeping falcons tethered all the time is the best way to keep them calm and safe in a small space. Which of the following statements is correct?1
  19. What is a potential danger when using digital scales to weigh a hawk?1
  20. What size bell should you choose for your bird of prey?1
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