**2024** 2CR FAS Army Promotion Board Questions

These questions are primarily tailored to E-4 to E-5 promotion and SoM boards.

ADP 1

What Army Doctrine Publication broadly covers the Army?

ADP 5-0

What Army Doctrine Publication covers the Operations Process?

ADP 6-0

What Army Doctrine Publication covers Mission Command?

ADP 7-0

What Army Doctrine Publication covers Training Units and Developing Leaders?

AR-670-1

What Army regulation covers uniform and appearance?

3

How many marksmanship badges can be worn at one time?

AR-600-85

What Army regulation covers ASAP?

Practical Note: When should a Soldier be referred to ASAP?

• Example Answer: A Soldier should be referred to ASAP if they display signs of substance abuse, fail a urinalysis test, or voluntarily seek help for substance-related issues.

Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)

What does ASAP stand for?

AR-600-9

What Army regulation covers the Army Body Composition Program?

Practical Use: How does this regulation affect PT testing eligibility?

• Example Answer: If a Soldier fails to meet the Army Body Composition standards, they are flagged and ineligible for favorable personnel actions, including PT testing for records and promotions, until they meet the standard.

AR-600-8-22

What Army regulation covers military awards?

AR-600-8-19

What Army regulation covers enlisted promotions and reductions?

Company Grade, Field Grade

What are the two types of Article 15s?

AR 600-8-10

What Army regulation covers military leave and passes?

AR 600-8-8

What regulation covers the Total Army Sponsorship Program (TASP), which ensures Soldiers, civilians, and families are properly integrated into their units?

AR 600-8-2

What Army regulation covers flags (suspension of favorable personnel action)?

Practical Note: When might a flag be applied or removed?

• Example Answer: A flag might be applied if a Soldier fails to meet body composition standards, is pending disciplinary action, or fails a PT test. It may be removed once the Soldier meets the standards or completes any required corrective action.

AR 600-8-1

What Army regulation covers Army casualty program?

AR 930-4

What Army regulation covers Army Emergency Relief (AER) loans?

AR 930-5

What Army regulation covers Red Cross?

AR 608-1

What Army regulation covers Army Community Service?

AR 215-1

What Army regulation covers the BOSS program?

FM 3-21.5

What Field Manual covers drill and ceremony?

1. When in civilian attire: Soldiers not in uniform do not salute.

2. When indoors: Saluting is generally not required when inside buildings, except when reporting to an officer.

3. During formations: Salutes are typically not rendered during formal formations unless otherwise directed.

4. When engaged in physical training: Saluting is not required while in PT gear or during physical training exercises.

5. When carrying items: If a soldier's hands are full and they cannot salute properly, they are not required to do so.

6. In a combat zone: In certain combat situations, saluting may be impractical or unsafe.

(Civilian, Indoors, Formations, PT, Carrying, Combat)

What are the six situations in which salutes are NOT required?

21

How many guns are required for a national salute?

Preparatory command and command of execution.

Ex. (P)Platoon (E)Attention

What are the two parts to a command?

FM 7-22

What Field Manual covers PT (physical training) or holistic health and fitness?

1. Physical

2. Mental

3. Nutritional

4. Sleep

5. Spiritual.

What are the five holistic health and fitness readiness domains? (Prepare Minds, Nourish Strong Spirits)

AR 600-25

What Army regulation covers military customs and courtesy?

AR 27-10

What Army regulation covers military justice?

Summary, Special, General

What are the three types of court martials?

Summarized, Company grade, Field grade

What are the three classifications of an article 15?

AR 350-1

What Army regulation covers Army training and leader development?

Mission accomplishment and the welfare of the soldiers.

What are the two most important responsibilities of a leader?

FM 6-22

What Field Manual covers the fundamental principles of leadership?

Contextual Practice: How can purpose, direction, and motivation be demonstrated in leadership?

• Example Answer: Purpose: A leader explains the mission's impact on the unit’s readiness. Direction: Assigns specific tasks to each Soldier and outlines standards for success. Motivation: Encourages the team by recognizing their contributions and fostering a sense of responsibility.

ADP 6-22.1

What Army Doctrine Publication covers the counseling process?

• Three Major Categories: Event, Performance, Professional Growth

• Three Approaches: Directive, Non-directive, Combined

• Form Used: DA Form 4856 E

  • Practical Note: When might each counseling approach be most effective?

    • Example Answer: Directive is effective for corrective action, Non-directive fosters Soldier-led development, and Combined balances guidance and personal growth.

Describe the three major categories, three approaches, and form used for counseling.

Quarterly

How often does an NCO get counseled?

AR 623-3

What Army regulation covers the Evaluation Reporting System (ERS), including NCOERs, OERs, and AERs?

FM 7-22.7

What FM covers the duties, responsibilities, and authorities of a NCO, also known as the NCO Guide?

Leadership is influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation while operating to accomplish the mission and improving the organization.

Define leadership.

Direct, Organizational, Strategic

What are the three levels of leaderships?

Commanders

Who is responsible for training units and developing leaders?

FM 3-25.26

What Field Manual covers map reading and land navigation?

• Major Features: Hills, Saddles, Valleys, Ridges, Depressions

• Minor Features: Draw, Cliff, Spur

• Supplementary Features: Cut, Fill

• Color Coding:

  • Black - Man-made features like roads

  • Red-brown - Cultural features

  • Blue - Water

  • Green - Vegetation

  • Brown - Contour lines/elavation

  • Red - Populated areas

What are the terrain features on a map?

Grid and Magnetic

What are the two azimuth types?

3: True, magnetic, and grid

How many norths can be found on a military map and what are they?

TC 4-02.1

What Training Circular covers first aid for soldiers?

Arterial, Venous, Capillary

What are the three types of bleeding?

1. It stands for Tactical Combat Casualty Care. The three phases are care under fire, tactical field care, and tactical evacuation care.

What does TC3 stand for? What are the three phases that encompass it?

1. Location of Pick-up Site: The grid coordinates or a description of the location where the evacuation is needed.

2. Radio Frequency and Call Sign: The frequency and call sign for communication between the requesting unit and the evacuation unit.

3. Number of Patients by Precedence: The number of patients categorized as urgent, priority, or routine.

4. Special Equipment Required: Any special equipment needed for the evacuation (e.g., hoist, ventilator).

5. Number of Patients: The total number of patients to be evacuated.

6. Security at the Pick-up Site: The security situation at the pick-up site (e.g., hostile, friendly, unknown).

7. Method of Marking the Pick-up Site: How the pick-up site will be marked (e.g., smoke, panels).

8. Patient's Status: The condition of the patients (e.g., urgent, stable).

9. Remarks: Any additional information relevant to the evacuation (e.g., specific instructions or hazards).

What does a 9-Line MedEvac Request consist of?

1. Food: Ensure proper handling, storage, and preparation to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses.

2. Fingers: Maintain hand hygiene to avoid the transfer of pathogens through touch, especially before eating and after using the latrine.

3. Feces: Properly dispose of human waste to prevent contamination of water sources and the environment.

4. Flies: Control fly populations to reduce the risk of disease transmission, especially around food and waste.

5. Fluid: Ensure adequate hydration and safe drinking water to prevent dehydration and waterborne illnesses.

What are the five F’s of Field Sanitation?

I will guard everything within the limits of my post and quit my post only when properly relieved.

What is the first general order?

I will obey my special orders and perform all my duties in a military manner.

What is the second general order?

I will report violations of my special orders, emergencies, and anything not covered in my instructions to the commander of the relief.

What is the third general order?

No one is more professional than I. I am a non commissioned officer, a leader of soldiers. As a noncommissioned officer I realize I am a member of a time honored corps, which is known as the backbone of the Army. I am proud of the corps of Noncommissioned Officers and will at all times conduct myself so as to bring credit upon the corps, the military service, and my country regardless of the situation in which I find myself. I will not use my grade or position to attain pleasure, profit, or personal safety.

1st paragraph of creed

Competence is my watch word. My two basic responsibilities will always be uppermost in my mind, accomplishment of my mission and the welfare of my soldiers. I will strive to remain technically and tactically proficient. I am aware of my role as a noncommissioned officer. I will fulfill my responsibilities inherent in that role. All soldiers are entitled to outstanding leadership, I will provide that leadership. I know my soldiers and I will always places their needs above my own. I will communicate consistently with my soldiers and never leave them uninformed. I will be fair and impartial when recommending both rewards and punishments.

2nd paragraph of creed

Officers of my unit will have maximum time to accomplish their duties; they will not have to accomplish mine. I will earn their respect and confidence as well as that of my Soldiers. I will be loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and subordinates alike. I will exercise initiative by taking appropriate action in the absence of orders. I will not compromise my integrity, nor my moral courage. I will not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that we are professionals, noncommissioned officers, leaders!

3rd paragraph of NCO creed

1. Feeding
2. Chambering
3. Locking
4. Firing
5. Unlocking
6. Extracting
7. Ejecting
8. Cocking

What are the cycles of function for the M4/M16 series rifle?

3600m

What is the maximum range of the M4/M16 series weapon?

Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction

What does PMI stand for?

Slap, Pull, Observe, Release, Tap and Squeeze

What is sports?

Practical Note: When would SPORTS be used?

• Example Answer: SPORTS is used to clear a malfunction in an M4/M16, such as a jammed round.

Steady position, Sight picture, Breathing, Trigger squeeze

What are the 4 fundamentals of marksmanship?

FM 3-22.9

What publication covers rifle marksmanship for the M16/M4 series weapons?

AR-600-20

What Army regulation covers command policy, including EO and SHARP?

Sexual Harassment/Assault Response Prevention

What does SHARP stand for?

Restricted, Unrestricted

What are the two reporting options in the SHARP program?

Practical Note: When might a Soldier choose restricted vs. unrestricted reporting?

• Example Answer: A Soldier may choose restricted reporting if they want to seek help without initiating an investigation. Unrestricted reporting might be chosen if they want both help and an official investigation into the incident.

Confidential reporting of sexual harassment or assault that does not trigger an official investigation but provides access to support services (e.g., advocacy, medical care, and counseling).

What is a restricted report?

Reporting of sexual harassment or assault that initiates an official investigation and provides access to support services.

What is an unrestricted report?

Quid Pro Quo, Hostile Work Environment

What are the two types of sexual harassment?

Informal, Informal, Anonymous

What are the three reporting options in the Equal Opportunity program?

Practical Note: When might a Soldier file an informal complaint vs. a formal complaint?

• Example Answer: A Soldier might file an informal complaint if they believe the issue can be resolved through discussion. They might file a formal complaint if the issue is serious, persistent, or if they want a record of the complaint.

A type of EO complaint resolved at the lowest level without initiating a formal investigation.

What is an informal report?

An EO complaint filed in writing that requires a formal investigation and is subject to official timelines and documentation.

What is a formal complaint?

1. Plan
2. Train the trainers
3. Recon the site
4. Issue order
5. Rehearse
6. Execute
7. Evaluate the training
8. Retrain

What is the 8 step training model, also known as Troop Leading Procedures (TLP)?

1. Identify hazards

2. Assess risks

3. Control risks

4. Implement controls

5. Review and revise

What are the 5 risk assessment steps? (I Am Confident In Readiness)

Deliberate Risk Assessment Worksheet, DA Form 2977

What does DRAW stand for and what DA form is used for it?

Hon. Lloyd Austin

Who is the secretary of defense?

General Randy A. George

Who is the Army chief of staff?

SMA Michael R. Weimer

Who is the Sergeant Major of the Army?

Hon. Christine Wormuth

Who is the secretary of the Army?

Col. Donald Neal

Who is the current Regimental Commanding Officer?

CSM Dennis Doyle

Who is the current Regimental Command Sergeant Major?

Col. Stephen Flanagan

Who is the USAG Bavaria Commander?

CSM Hermes Acevedo

Who is the USAG Bavaria CSM?

Lt. Gen. Charles D. Costanza

Who is the current V Corps Commanding Officer?

CSM Philip B. Blaisdell

Who is the current V Corps CSM?

June 14, 1775

When did the U.S. Army begin?

May 23, 1836

When was the 2nd Cavalry Regiment founded?

The Fetterman Massacre on 21 December 1866 near Fort Philip Kearney, Wyoming. A total of 27 Cavalryman were killed within a few hours of fighting.

What was 2CR’s bloodiest day in history?

Col. David E. Twiggs

Who was the first commander of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment?

18: They are written on the guns.

How many members of 2CR have been awarded the Medal of Honor? And where can their names be found?

SGM Samuel Spear

Who was the longest serving SGM/CSM of the Regiment?

1. Situation

2. Mission

3. Execution

4. Administration and Logistics

5. Command and Signal

What are the five paragraphs of an operations order (OPORD)?

Ensures fair treatment and prevents discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation.

What is the primary purpose of the Equal Opportunity (EO) program?

Specified, Directed, and Implied.

What are the three types of duties?

1. Step by step

2. By the numbers

3. Talk through

What are the three methods used to teach Drill and Ceremony?

1. Mission

2. Enemy

3. Terrain and Weather

4. Troops and Support Available

5. Time Available

6. Civil Considerations.

What does METT-TC stand for?

1. Parade Rest

2. Stand at Ease

3. At Ease

4. Rest

What are the four rest positions given at the halt?

1. Enable commanders and NCOs to move units in an orderly manner. (Enable)

2. Instill discipline and foster teamwork. (Instill)

3. Develop confidence and leadership in Soldiers. (Develop)

What is the purpose of drill and ceremony?

Informal, Formal, Internal or External

What are the three types of training evaluations?

1. Developing and executing training. (Develop)

2. Ensuring Soldiers are prepared to meet mission requirements. (Ensure)

3. Providing mentorship and guidance. (Provide)

What is the role of the NCO?

DA Form 2166-9

What form is used for a NCO Evaluation Report (NCOER)?