Which of the following is a listed shot angle?

• A. Broadside
• B. High-angle shot
• C. Loop shot
• D. Tilted shot

Answer: (A)

In hunting safety, how the animal is positioned relative to you is described as a shot angle, and broadside is the standard listed angle because the animal’s side faces you at a right angle. This position presents a large, accessible heart-lung area for a quick, humane kill and minimizes the chance of hitting unintended parts, making it the typical choice described in safety materials. The other terms aren’t part of the common lists of standard angles: a high-angle shot refers to shooting from above at a steep downward angle, which isn’t a standard listed angle; loop shot and tilted shot aren’t recognized terms in typical safety guidance.