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What year was the National Defense Act authorizing JROTC passed?

1916

What do the letters JROTC stand for?

Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps

What is the mission of JROTC?

To motivate young people to be better citizens

What is the title of the instructor who is in charge of a schools JROTC unit?

Army = Senior Army Instructor

What uniform is worn to the Military Ball and/or other formal type function?

Army = Class A (Army Blue)

What is the minimum cadet enrollment required for a school to have a JROTC program?

At least 100 cadets or 10% of the student body, whichever is less.

In what year was Public Law 93-165 passed allowing females to be counted towards enrollment requirements for JROTC?

1973

What does the acronym NCO stand for?

Non-Commissioned Officer

The "position of honor" where the senior ranking individual always sits or walks is where?

On the right

What are the seven Army Values?

Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, Personal Courage

What does LET stand for?

Leadership Education Training

Define leadership

The ability to influence others in order to reach a goal

Define teamwork

The cooperative effort on the part of a number of people working together to achieve a goal

Define "integrity" as a leadership trait

Integrity is the quality or state of being of sound moral principle; uprightness, honesty, and sincerity.

Define "loyalty" as a leadership trait

Loyalty is faithfulness or allegiance to superiors, peers, and subordinates.

Define "decisiveness" as a leadership trait

Decisiveness is a willingness to act.

Define "Selflessness" or "Unselfishness" as a leadership trait.

Selflessness or unselfishness is the ability to sacrifice personal needs and wants for a greater cause.

What are the two parts of a command?

The preparatory command and the command of execution.

What foot do you call "To the Rear, March" or "Rear, March" on?

The right foot

Which foot can you give the command halt on?

Either

What is normal cadence?

120 steps per minute

How many inches are there in a normal step in marching?

30 inches

At what position are you allowed to speak while in formation?

At the position of "Rest"

What command gets all the cadets to salute?

The command of "Present Arms"

What is the rate of march for "Quick Time"?

120 steps per minute

What is the rate of march for "Double Time"?

180 steps per minute

What command(s) can be given from the position of "Parade, Rest"?

Army = "Attention", "Stand at Ease", "At Ease", or "Rest"

What is First Aid?

Immediate temporary care given to an injured or ill person until he or she can get professional help.

What do the letters CPR stand for and what is it used for?

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is a first aid procedure that combines rescue breaths with chest compressions to restore breathing and circulation.

Describe "Shock".

"Shock" is a life-threatening condition in which the circulatory system fails to deliver enough blood to vital tissues and organs.

What is the "Heimlich Maneuver" (abdominal thrusts) used for?

To clear a blocked airway

Describe what is meant by "universal precautions".

"Universal precautions" are actions taken to prevent the spread of disease by treating all blood as if it were contaminated.

Name two of the six types of nutrients.

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, and Water.

What elected federal government office does the "Commander-In-Chief" of our armed forces occupy.

The Office of the President of the United States.

Who is the Secretary of Defense?

The Honorable Lloyd J. Austin Jr

Who is the (ask specific service appropriate) Army Chief of Staff?

Army = General Randy George

What are the three branches of the federal government?

Executive, Legislative, and Judicial.

Is the Chief of the National Guard Bureau a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff?

Yes

What are the three branches of the United States military and what is their order of formation?

United States Army, United States Navy, and United States Air Force.

What branch of the United States military is the United States Marine Corps actually a part of?

The United States Navy

Who wrote the "Star-Spangled Banner"?

Francis Scott Key

What do the 13 stripes on the United States flag represent?

The 13 original colonies.

The signal for the start of the official duty day is called what?

Reveille

The signal for the end of the official duty day is called what?

Retreat

When may the United States Flag be flown at night?

When it is properly lit

When may the United States Flag be flown upside down?

In times of distress

When does a cadet end their salute to a superior?

When the salute is acknowledged

What do the colors on the United States Flag represent?

Blue = vigilance, perseverance, and justice.

Red = hardiness and valor.

White = purity and innocence.

How many stripes were on the United States Flag that flew at Fort McHenry at the time Francis Scott Key wrote our National Anthem and what did each stripe represent?

Fifteen, and each stripe represented one of the now fifteen colonies.

Who were our primary antagonists during World War I?

Germany, Austria, and Hungary.

Who were our primary antagonists during World War II?

Germany, Italy, and Japan.

What happened on December 7th, 1941 in Hawaii?

The Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor

Who was the Commander of the Revolutionary Army?

General George Washington

What war accounted for the most American deaths?

The Civil War of the United States.

What war did we fight in during the 1960's and 1970's?

The Vietnam War

What country did the United States and its' allies fight in the 1st Gulf War?

Iraq

What are the first 10 Amendments of the United States Constitution known as?

The Bill of Rights

What amendment guarantees the "Freedom of Speech"?

The First Amendment

At what age is a United States citizen first allowed to vote?

At 18 years of age

Which amendment guarantees the "Right to Bear Arms"?

The Second Amendment

Which amendment is the only amendment to override another amendment?

The 21st Amendment (overrode the 18th amendment that dealt with prohibition)

What are the two ways individuals may become American citizens?

By being born or naturalized in the United States.

Define "Naturalization" as it applies to becoming an American citizen?

The legal process by which foreigners can choose to become Amercian citizens.

What are the five events of the Cadet Challenge?

Shuttle Run, Pull Ups, Sit in Reach, Curl Ups, One Mile Run.

What are the ten PRT drills?

Bend and Reach, Rear Lunge, High Jumper, Rower, Squat Bender, Windmill, Forward Lunge, Prone Row, Bent Leg Body Twists, Push Up.

What is the Cadence for all PRT drills?

Slow Cadence except for the High Jumper and Push Up which are done in a Moderate Cadence.

What is the definition of the term Cadet Challenge?

A physical fitness test that consists of five exercises taken from the Cadet Challenge program.

What does ACSU stand for?

Army Cadet Service Uniform.

What type of shirt is worn under the Army Service Uniform Coat?

Gray long sleeve or short sleeve shirt

The black necktie/neck tab is optional when wearing what type of uniform?

Class B uniform with short sleeves.

What color T-shirt is worn with the Army Cadet Service Uniform?

White

What uniform is worn during ceremonies and social functions?

The Class A or B uniform or ACSU.

What uniform is worn at summer camps and for participation on special teams?

ACUs

What insignia do cadet officers wear on the gray beret?

Grade or rank insignia.

What insignia do enlisted cadets wear on the gray beret?

ROTC insignia

What color T-shirt is worn with the OCP uniform?

Tan or Sand

How is the grade (or ROTC) insignia worn on the gray beret?

Centered on the flash

How are the ribbons positioned on the class 'A' uniform?

Male Cadets: ribbons are centered on the left side 1/8 of an inch above the left pocket.

Female Cadets: Parallel to the nametag which is between 1/2 inches above the top button.

How often must a uniform be worn by cadets?

At least once per week.

Can a male cadet wear an earring while in uniform?

No

How should the nameplate be worn on your uniform?

Male Cadets: Center the nameplate on the right pocket between the top pocket and the top of the button.

Female Cadets: 1-2 inches above the top button centered horizontally on the right side of the shirt or coat.

What's the measurements of the Honor Unit of Distinguish star, unit crest and ribbons?

1/4 1/4 and 1/8 of an inch

How should the hair be for males and females?

For males no more than 2 inches of bulk, sideburns cannot pass the second opening of the ear. hair cannot touch ears and may not pass the eyebrows, no beard unless there's a medical condition, mustache may not pass the corners of the lips or touch the lips. For females slick back in a bun or ponytail.

What way is the males belt routed?

To the left

What way is the females belt routed?

To the right

What rank is a cadet with three diamonds?

Colonel

What rank is a cadet with two diamonds?

Lieutenant Colonel

What rank is a cadet with one diamond?

Major

What rank is a cadet with three disks?

Captain

What rank is a cadet with two disks?

First Lieutenant

What rank is a cadet with one disk?

Second Lieutenant

What rank is a cadet with three Chevrons/three stripes a star and a wreath?

Command Sergeant Major

What rank is a cadet with three Chevrons/three stripes a star?

Sergeant Major

What rank is a cadet with three Chevrons/three stripes and a diamond?

First Sergeant

What rank is a cadet with three Chevrons/three stripes?

Master Sergeant

What rank is a cadet with three Chevrons/two stripes?

Sergeant First Class

What rank is a cadet with three Chevrons/one stripe?

Staff Sergeant

What rank is a cadet with three Chevrons?

Sergeant

What rank is a cadet with two Chevrons?

Corporal

What rank is a cadet with one Chevron/one stripe?

Private First Class