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How a Revolver Works: Colt Python

How a Revolver Works: Colt Python

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science, Fun

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

FREE Resource

This video tutorial, sponsored by War Thunder, explains the mechanics of how a Colt Python revolver works. It covers the loading process, the differences between double-action and single-action operations, and the detailed mechanics of firing. The video also demonstrates how to eject empty shell cases. The tutorial concludes with a call to action for War Thunder and credits for the creators.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the game sponsoring the video?

War Thunder

Call of Duty

Fortnite

Battlefield

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in loading a Colt Python revolver?

Pushing the cylinder back into the frame

Pulling the cylinder latch to the rear

Rotating the cylinder

Pulling the trigger

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many chambers does the Colt Python cylinder have?

Four

Seven

Five

Six

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In double-action operation, what happens when the trigger is pulled?

The hammer is drawn back and held by the sear

The cylinder is unlocked

The cartridges are ejected

The hammer is cocked and released to fire

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the 'hand' in the revolver's mechanism?

It releases the hammer

It locks the cylinder into position

It engages the ratchet of the cylinder ejector

It compresses the main spring

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the transfer bar do when the hammer is released?

It transfers energy to the firing pin

It compresses the main spring

It locks the cylinder

It engages the ratchet

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the trigger when it is released?

It engages the ratchet

It compresses the main spring

It pivots the hammer strut out of the way

It locks the cylinder

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