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What is the mission of Army JROTC?

The mission of Army JROTC id to motivate young people to be better citizens

When was JROTC established by Congress?

1916

What was the congressional act that launched the JROTC program?

The National Defense Act of 1916

Where was the first JROTC program established as the American Literacy, Scientific, and Military Academy?

Norwich, Vermont

Define the “chain of command.“

The chain of command is the succession of leaders through which authority and commands pass from leader to the subordinate, then down though the ranks

Define “span of control.”

The number of immediate subordinates one commander or leader can effectively control, supervise, or direct

What are two terms used by the military to classify soldiers?

Rank and grade

What category of soldiers hold the grades of E-1 through E-9?

Enlisted soldiers

What category of soldiers hold the grades of W-1 through W-5?

Warrant officers

What category of soldiers hold the grades of O-1 through O-6?

Company and field grade officers

What category of soldiers hold the grades of so-7 through O-11?

General officers

A company consists of a headquarters section and at least how many platoons?

Two

Who appoints commissioned officers, and who confirms the appointment?

The president appoints officers, and the Senate confirms the appointment

What is the rank of a JROTC Battalion Commander?

Cadet Lieutenant Colonel

What is the rank of a JROTC Company Commander?

Cadet Captain

Which staff officer is responsible for security?

S-2 Officer

What are the primary responsibilities of the S-3?

To assist the Battalion Commander in the preparation, conduct, and supervision of all Cadet battalion training activities

Whose job is it to act as the contact between the corps of Cadets and all news media and student publications?

The battalion public affairs officer; S-5

What are the responsibilities of a team leader?

A team leader is responsible for the formation, appearance, training, and discipline of all team members

What are the four duties and responsibilities of a team member?

Properly wear the uniform, take care of equipment and materials, be on time for official formations, conduct yourself in a way that brings credit to yourself, to the battalion, and to the school

What is the unit designation associated with the JROTC Program Accreditation?

Honor unit with distinction

What are the two kinds of awards given to Cadets?

Unit awards and individual awards

Describe the Honor Unit with Distinction insignia, and where it is worn on the male uniform?

Yellow-five pointed star, worn above the right pocket of the Class A or B uniform

What type of ribbon is awarded to Cadets who recruit students for the JROTC program?

Recruiting Ribbon

What uniform is worn during ceremonies, social functions, and formal inspections?

Class A Uniform

What uniform is worn during all occasions except field training and formal and social occasions?

Class B Uniform

What is a gig line?

The alignment of the seam of the shirt, with the seam of the zipper flap, with the edge of the belt buckle on a uniform

How much jewelry is a female Cadet allowed to wear?

A wristwatch, an identification bracelet, no more than two rings (one on each hand), and earrings that do not exceed ¼ inch in diameter

What is the standard for a male Cadet’s hair style?

The hair must be neatly trimmed and not present a ragged appearance, with sideburns not extending beyond the opening of the ear

What is the standard for a female Cadet’s hair style?

The hair will not interfere with the proper wear of headgear or fall below the eyebrows. Ponytails and braids are permitted as long as they are neat and do not extend below the shoulder blades

Name three of the factors that affect personal appearance.

Tidy hair, clean fingernails, good posture

When did the Continental Congress establish the first starts and stripes flag?

14 June 1777