What should you do after a squib fire?

Stop and have the barrel checked for an obstruction.

Start playing free

  1. Stop and have the barrel checked for an obstruction ✔
  2. Reload and continue
  3. Keep firing quickly

Why: A squib may leave a projectile in the barrel. Stop, keep the gun pointed safely, and get qualified help before firing again.

Huh, didn't know that: A squib may leave a projectile in the barrel. Stop, keep the gun pointed safely, and get qualified help before firing again.

The dad joke
Stop and check before the next shot.
Like this card?
Play the game

References

Answer: Stop and have the barrel checked for an obstruction. A squib may leave a projectile in the barrel. Stop, keep the gun pointed safely, and get qualified help before firing again.

  1. Scouting America: Shotgun Shooting www.scouting.org/merit-badges/shotgun-shooting
    Explain and demonstrate proper preventive measures, and the procedures to follow in response to each
    Checked 2026-11-07.

Think this answer is wrong? Tap "Challenge this answer" on the card in the game and tell us why.