The key point in all this, I think, is you have to figure out why they are asking. If they are an anti, feel free to go with the "keeps me from killing people" response, LOL.

Some just have no exposure to it, aren't anti, just never been around it. I have a friend like this. He just can't see himself killing a deer, doesn't think he could do it and admits its the "Bambi syndrome", however he's the first in line for venison steak on the grill! He's got no problem with me shooting the meat he's eating, just doesn't think he could do it. I have no problem with this.

Then there's the middle ground person, doesn't think it's right, but really doesn't know why. Walk lightly here!

Then there's the anti, no matter what you say, you won't win, so feel free to let the one-liners fly!

Overall your answer was the best, quick, simple and move on.