U.S. Expands Fishing, Hunting Access In National Wildlife Refuges

The US Fish and Wildlife Service, part of the Interior Department, announced changes to wildlife refuge policies, expanding hunting and fishing access. The new rule affects seven previously closed refuges and expands activities at 70 others. Interior Secretary David Bernhardt called it a significant expansion for sportsmen, but critics express concerns about monitoring the impact on wildlife.

Which department is the US Fish and Wildlife Service a part of?

• Department of Agriculture

• Department of the Interior

• Department of Defense

• Department of Commerce

How many National Wildlife refuges were newly opened to hunting and sport fishing?

• Five

• Ten

• Seven

• Twelve

What did Interior Secretary David Bernhardt describe the expansion of hunting and fishing access as?

• A minor change

• A big win for sportsmen and women

• A temporary measure

• A controversial decision

What is a major concern of critics regarding the new rule?

• The cost of implementation

• The reduction in fishing areas

• The lack of monitoring for wildlife impact

• The increase in tourism

Who expressed concerns about the impact of the changes on wildlife?

• A government official

• A conservationist

• A local fisherman

• A sports enthusiast