Blunderbuss and Its Mechanics

What is the blunderbuss also known as?

• Thunder pipe

• Lightning rod

• Storm barrel

• Thunderbolt

Which characteristic of the blunderbuss compensates for its lack of accuracy?

• Precision

• Sheer violence

• Lightweight

• Speed

What is the first step in loading a blunderbuss?

• Insert the shot

• Prime the pan

• Tamp it down

• Take it to half cock

How many 44 caliber balls are used in the loading process described?

• Four

• Five

• Seven

• Six

What is unusual about the firing mechanism of the blunderbuss compared to modern weapons?

• It fires multiple rounds at once

• It has no recoil

• There is a delay between ignition and firing

• It uses smokeless powder