Selected MCQ

Current Question
ASF’s screening of cargo (airfreight) is usually done in coordination with:
  • A. Passenger confusion
  • B. Customs and Aviation Security authorities
  • C. Air India
  • D. Tourist agencies
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Cargo screening involves Customs and CAA’s security staff, with ASF overseeing overall security.
Related Question 1
Coordination with police means ASF may:
  • A. Hand over criminal suspects found in airport areas to the police for processing
  • B. Ask the police to handle routine flight announcements
  • C. Compete with the police
  • D. Have no contact
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
ASF works with the police to take cognizance of offenses at airports, so that suspects are transferred to the police jurisdiction.
Related Question 2
The primary purpose of airport passenger screening is to detect ______.
  • A. Prohibited items and security threats (weapons, explosives, etc.)
  • B. Average height of passengers
  • C. Number of shoes in use
  • D. Weather suitability
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Screening aims to detect dangerous or prohibited items on persons or in bags to ensure flight safety.
Related Question 3
If an ASF officer discovers abandoned luggage on a vehicle, they will:
  • A. Check if it’s a threat and secure it
  • B. Let the owner continue driving
  • C. Call the driver a ticket
  • D. Offer to carry it
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
ASF treats unknown luggage as a potential security risk requiring inspection.
Related Question 4
When screening for “sharp objects,” ASF would detect:
  • A. Large metal trash cans
  • B. Knives longer than 6 cm and similar cutting tools
  • C. Soft pillows
  • D. Glass bottle with water
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
ASF’s sharp object category includes items like knives (especially blades >6cm).
Related Question 5
A battery-operated gadget should be placed where during screening?
  • A. Inside the X-ray bin (batteries are allowed but must be in the bin)
  • B. Remain in bag with battery (no, they ask to separate)
  • C. Thrown out
  • D. Anything goes
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Batteries and electronics should be in bins for X-ray (with batteries removed in hold baggage).