Navy League Gouge Sheet

What does "NJROTC" stand for?

Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps

What are the three Core values of Navy JROTC?

Honor/Courage/Commitment

What is the maximum distance your hair may reach away from your scalp?

Maximum "bulk" or "height" of hair away from the scalp is 2", males & females

What does the regulation state about wearing a necklace while in an NJROTC uniform

You can, but it shall not be visible.

Describe the correct placement of ribbons and name tags on NJROTC uniforms?

MALE: Ribbons and name tags are worn parallel to the top of the shirt pocket, ¼" above and centered on the pocket. Name tag on the right, ribbons on the left.

FEMALE: Centered horizontally over the front seams, 6-¼" down from the intersection of the shoulder and front seam of the blouse to the bottom of the lowest row of ribbons or bottom of the name tag. Name tag on the right, ribbons on the left.

What are the three items depicted on the NJROTC patch?

A ship, an anchor and an eagle.

Many uniforms authorize the wearing of aiguillettes - what is the maximum number of aiguillettes that can be worn on an NJROTC uniform?

Two, with no more than ONE on each shoulder.

Name the highest ribbon award any NJROTC cadet may receive

The Meritorious Achievement Ribbon.

What is the lowest rank for enlisted NJROTC cadets?

Cadet Seaman Recruit

What rank is an NJROTC cadet wearing a collar device of a perched eagle over 3 chevrons?

Cadet Petty Officer First Class

What is the rank for an NJROTC cadet wearing a collar device of 3 silver diagonal stripes?

Cadet Seaman

What is the highest attainable Navy rank for an enlisted NJROTC cadet?

Cadet Master Chief Petty Officer

What is the lowest rank for a cadet officer in NJROTC?

Cadet Ensign

What is the collar insignia for NJROTC cadets holding the rank of Cadet Lieutenant?

The collar device is three attached gold bars

What is the collar insignia for NJROTC cadets with a rank of Cadet Lieutenant (Junior Grade)?

The collar device is two attached gold bars

What is the rank for an NJROTC cadet wearing a collar device with 4 attached gold bars?

Cadet Lieutenant Commander

What are the three types or "parts" of a command?

1. Preparatory command; 2) command of execution; 3) supplemental commands 4) combine command

What are 4 items that must be studied & practiced to develop an effective command voice?:

1. Loudness and projection; 2) distinction or clarity; 3) inflection; 4) cadence

What is meant when it is said that a command voice has a "good inflection"?

A voice which has a good rise and fall in pitch & tone - it has plenty of snap.

What is the correct cadence while marching at Quick Time?

120-steps per minute.

What is the correct cadence while marching at Double Time?

180-steps per minute.

How many inches is the correct length of a step at Quick Time?

30-inch, from heel to heel.

How many inches is the correct length of a step at Double Time?

36-inch.

What specific command or phrase cancels a movement or order?

As you were

An unarmed cadet at the position of Attention will have feet forming what angle?

45 degrees.

An unarmed cadet at the position of Attention will have thumbs placed where?

Along the trouser seams.

To attain the correct position of Parade Rest, what do you do with your left foot?

Move the left foot smartly 12" to the left.

At the position of Parade Rest or At Ease, what is the only command that can be given?

Attention.

How many counts are involved in all facing movements?

Two counts.

When executing a proper NJROTC salute, where is the position of the forefinger?

The tip of the forefinger touches the lower part of the headdress above and slightly to the right of the right eye.

Why is the National Ensign flown at half-staff on some occasions?

To honor and pay respect to deceased persons of national importance.

What are the words to the Pledge of Allegiance?

"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

The grommet on the chin strap

"The grommet on the chin strap is placed on my left, Sir"

Anchor on a garrison cover

"The anchor on a garrison cap is worn 1 and ½ inch above the bottom edge and 2 inches from the fore crease, on the left side, Sir"

CPO and above rank on garrison covers

The rank insignia on a garrison cap is worn 1 and ½ inch above the bottom edge and 2 inches from the fore crease, on the right side, Sir

Shoe Laces

"Shoe laces are right over left as I look at them, no bridges, Sir"

Gig Line

"The gig line is the alignment of the outside edge of the shirt, pants and belt buckle, Sir"

Fingernails (female)

"The fingernails can be a maximum of ¼ inch from the fingertip, natural colors only, Sir"

Fingernails (male)

"The fingernails cannot extend beyond the fingertip, Sir"

Male sideburns Length

"Shall not extend below the middle of the ear, Sir"

Male Hair

"Sir/Ma'am, the male hair must not exceed 4 inches in length and 2 inches in bulk. It must be tapered around the ears and the back of the head and cannot touch the ears. Sideburns may not exceed the middle of the ears, and it must be rounded or squared in the back, Sir/Ma'am."

Female Hair

"Sir/Ma'am, the female hair may be in a bun, a single ponytail or braid, or kept short. The bun must be centered in the middle of the head, it may not be seen from the front. The ponytail and braid must not exceed three inches past the bottom of the collar. Short hair must not exceed the bottom of the collar. Stray hair must be gelled back, with not fly-aways, sir/ma'am."

Female Ear Rings

"One per ear, centered on the earlobe, small gold or silver ball, Sir"

Male Ear Rings

"Not authorized, Sir"

Rings

"One per hand, plus an engagement ring, Sir"