LET 1-3

JROTC Knowledge Bowl

1) U1C1L1: T/F One of the outcomes of the JROTC program is to get young people to join the Army after they have completed high school.

False

2) U1C1L1: The Army JROTC began in 1916 when \__________ passed the National Defense Act.

Congress

3) U1C1L1: The \__________ of Army JROTC is to motivate young people to be better citizens.

Mission

4) U1C1L1: The Cadet Creed explains how the JROTC program supports citizenship, character, and \__________.

Leadership

5) U1C1L1: The Cadet Challenge is an activity where you \__________.

Improve your physical fitness

6) U1C1L1: The \__________ chapter of the JROTC program will help you know your community, perform as a team, and become a more helpful citizen.

Service learning

7) U1C1L1: Teamwork is the ability to work well with others towards a common goal. It is one of the hallmarks of Army JROTC. If you were describing some of the activities you do in JROTC to develop teamwork, what would you most likely be talking about?

Drill and ceremonies, first aid, and map reading

8) U1C1L1: Name the congressional act that launched the JROTC program.

The National Defense Act of 1916

9) U1C1L1: One of the goals of the JROTC curriculum is to encourage students to graduate from \__________.

High School

10) U1C1L1: T or F: The mission of JROTC is to train citizen soldiers for the future of the U.S.

False

11) U1C1L1: A high school student enrolled in the leadership and citizenship activities through Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps is called a \__________.

Cadet

12) U1C1L1: \__________ arouse the interest of one's actions or efforts.

Challenges

13) U1C1L1: JROTC is a program that teaches high school students the values of good citizenship while giving them an introduction to the U.S. Army. The letters JROTC stand for \__________.

Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps

14) U1C1L1: \__________ is an important role or responsibility that passes from one person to another.

Mantle

15) U1C1L1: \__________ is the ability to influence, lead, or guide others so as to accomplish a mission in the manner desired.

Leadership

16) U1C1L1: A specific job given to a person or group of persons to accomplish is called a(n) \__________.

mission

18) U1C1L1: The \__________ officially created the Reserve Officers' Training Corps of which Junior ROTC is a part.

National Defense Act

20) U1C1L1: Being the only one of its kind is the definition of \__________.

unique

22) U1C1L2: In the pyramid of authority in JROTC, from the top to the bottom of the pyramid is a chain of command.

True

24) U1C1L2: Name the three elements in the Pyramid of Authority.

Unity of command, span of control, and chain of command

26) U1C1L2: Explain the difference between the military terms "rank" and "grade."

Rank is a title indicating a Soldier's position and responsibility, while grade is a letter/number combination denoting a Soldier's pay rate.

28) U1C1L2: What is the definition of the word "chevron"?

An insignia consisting of stripes meeting at an angle to indicate (enlisted) grade or rank

30) U1C1L2: What is the definition of the word "ferrule"?

A decorative metal cap attached to the end of a shoulder cord to prevent fraying

32) U1C1L3: In 1777, the Second Continental Congress decided that our flag would have \__________ stripes, alternating red and white in color.

13

34) U1C1L3: The "Star-Spangled Banner" was written as a poem inspired by \__________.

a battle during the War of 1812

36) U1C1L3: If the flag is displayed flat on a wall, where should the union be?

Upper left

38) U1C1L3: When the U.S. flag is displayed with flags from other nations, the U.S. flag should be \__________.

displayed at the same height as other flags

40) U1C1L3: When you are in uniform outside and the national anthem plays, you should stand at attention, salute, and \__________.

face the source of the music

42) U1C1L3: If you are in a vehicle with an officer, \__________ should be the first person to exit the vehicle when you arrive at your destination.

the officer

44) U1C1L3: In what year did the Continental Congress establish the first stars and stripes flag?

1777

46) U1C1L3: What is the "union" on the U.S. flag?

The emblem on a flag symbolizing unity, such as the blue rectangle and stars on the U.S. flag.

48) U1C1L3: What does the color white on the U.S. flag symbolize?

Hope, purity, and innocence

50) U1C1L3: When raising and lowering the U.S. flag to half-staff, what is the process?

On both raising and lowering the flag, it must first be raised to its peak position.

52) U1C1L3: Where is the U.S. flag carried when in procession with other flags?

The U.S. flag is on the far right of the row of marching persons or in the front and center position if it is in a line of flags.

54) U1C1L3: Who wrote "The Star Spangled Banner"?

Francis Scott Key wrote it in 1814

56) U1C1L3: What is the purpose of a cannon salute?

To honor civil or military officials from the U.S. or foreign countries

58) U1C1L3: T or F: You must render the salute to all commissioned and warrant officers as well as non-commissioned and petty officers.

False

60) U1C1L3: When is it appropriate to call a room to attention?

When an officer enters the office for the first time each day.

62) U1C1L3: What is a "mess" in military jargon?

A group of persons in the military who regularly eat meals together or the place where such meals are served.

64) U1C1L3: The upper left part of the U.S. flag is called the \__________.

union

66) U1C1L3: When you carry a weapon or the equipment pertaining to a weapon, you are considered to be \__________.

under arms

68) U1C1L3: What is the definition of the word "courtesies"?

Acts of politeness of gracious manners; the use of polite gestures or remarks

70) U1C1L3: What is a pennant?

A Flag

72) U1C1L3: Another word for a flagpole is \__________.

staff

74) U1C1L3: T/F Retreat is the signal for the start of the official duty day.

False

76) U1C1L3: What is another word for an attack with bombs, explosive shells, or missiles?

Bombardment

78) U1C1L4: When shaking hands you should always \__________?

Maintain eye contact with the person whose hand you are shaking

80) U1C1L4: Where should you place a piece of silverware when you are not using it?

Separated across the top of your plate

82) U1C1L4: What is the first rule in social correspondence?

Sincerity

84) U1C1L4: A group of people, including the host and honored guests, who stand in a line to welcome guests attending a function is called a \__________.

receiving line

86) U1C1L4: Explain the general rule for use of cutlery or silverware at a formal dinner.

Start with the outside pieces of silverware and work inward toward the plate.

88) U1C1L4: Where is the bread plate located in a formal setting?

On the left side of the place setting

90) U1C1L4: Where on the plate is silverware positioned to indicate the diner is finished eating?

Knife and fork are placed beside each other diagonally from the upper left to lower right, or from the 10:00 to the 4:00 position

92) U1C1L4: What is the proper way to eat soup?

The motion of the spoon should be away from you. If it is necessary to tip your soup bowl, tip it away from you. It is never appropriate to blow on soup to cool it. Soup should be sipped, not slurped, from the side of the spoon.

94) U1C1L4: When at a formal dinner, it is important not to monopolize the conversation. Define "monopolize".

To take exclusive ownership or control

96) U1C1L4: If an invitation requires casual attire, what should a male wear?

Nice slacks and a sport shirt, although in some situations jeans or shorts may be acceptable

98) U1C1L4: If an invitation indicates that an event requires formal dress, what should males wear?

A suit, although a tuxedo or uniform is preferable

100) U1C1L4: \__________ are widespread customs accepted as socially correct ways of acting.

Protocol

102) U1C1L4: A military officer, the school principal, or a government official (such as a senator or mayor), are \__________ at a JROTC Cadet Ball or Dining-In event.

dignitaries

104) U1C2L2: The assessment tool, Winning Colors®, groups human behavior into categories. Name the four behavior clusters.

Builder, Planner, Adventurer, and Relater

106) U1C2L2: \__________ means contemplating one's own thoughts or feelings for the purpose of deeper self-understanding.

Introspection

108) U1C2L3: T or F: According to Winning Colors®, you can communicate with others more effectively if you use power words that appeal to others' preferences.

True

110) U1C2L3: In Winning Colors®, those who like sharing ideas and feelings, who work well in teams, and who are social and love to talk are known as \__________.

Relaters

112) U1C2L3: Name the four dominant categories of behavior in Winning Colors®.

Planners, Builders, Relaters, Adventurers

114) U1C2L4: What is the difference between subjective and objective thinking?

Subjective thinkers deal with interpretations, while objective thinkers deal with facts

116) U1C2L4: T or F: New information begins to fade after 30 minutes if not rehearsed.

True

118) U1C2L4: Cadet Caldwell wants to improve her memory of what she learns. What should she do?

Use what she's learned in a variety of different learning activities.

120) U1C2L4: T or F: Passive learners take charge of the learning processes.

False

122) U1C2L4: Name Gardner's eight intelligences.

Bodily/Kinesthetic, Visual/Spatial, Logical/Mathematical, Verbal/Linguistic, Naturalist, Musical/Rhythmical, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal

124) U1C2L4: According to Gardner, what is verbal/linguistic intelligence?

The gift of strong language and literacy skills such as listening, reading, speaking, and writing.

126) U1C2L4: According to Gardner, what is visual/spatial intelligence?

The gift of visually representing and appreciating concepts, ideas, and information, such as through drawing, building, and designing.

128) U1C2L4: According to Gardner, what is naturalist intelligence?

A gift of environmental awareness as manifested in an understanding of interrelationships of the natural world.

130) U1C2L5: What is the first reading strategy you use to improve your comprehension?

Previewing or scanning the material

132) U1C2L5: T or F: One technique for comprehending difficult reading material is to explain what you have read to another person.

True

134) U1C2L5: What is the purpose of a word map?

It is a graphic organizer that helps you learn new words or concepts.

136) U1C2L5: Name the four reading comprehension strategies.

Directed Reading-Thinking Activity, GIST, Think-Alouds, and Question-Answer Relationships.

138) U1C2L5: What is an "analogy"?

The linking of new information with your prior knowledge; resemblance in some particulars between things otherwise unlike.

140) U1C2L6: Reciting your notes to yourself is important because it \__________.

helps transfer the information in your notes into your memory

142) U1C2L6: T or F: When you take a test you should skip difficult questions and come back to them later.

True

144) U1C2L6: What is the SQ3R theory?

A reading/study system that increases understanding and retention.

146) U1C2L6: T or F: When taking notes, expert students record every word the speaker says.

False

148) U1C2L6: Give an example of a binary choice question format.

True/False; Yes/No; Agree/Disagree

150) U1C2L7: Selfless service means \__________.

your priorities are service to the community or to the nation

152) U1C2L7: T or F: Cultural norms can be stronger than universal norms.

True

154) U1C2L7: The benefits of living by an ethical personal code of conduct include \__________.

less frustration about making moral decisions

156) U1C2L7: Name the seven individual values of LDRSHIP.

Loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage

158) U1C2L7: What is the difference between physical and moral courage?

Physical courage is overcoming fears of bodily harm and doing your duty. Moral courage is overcoming fears other than bodily harm while doing what needs to be done.

160) U1C2L7: To exhibit the value of respect, what three actions must you take?

Treat all people with dignity, demonstrate consideration for others, and create a climate of fairness

162) U1C2L8: What does the Sales Orientation/Leadership scale measure on the Personal Skills Map?

It measures how you perceive your skills at positively impacting and influencing the actions of other people.

164) U1C2L8: What is the difference between intrapersonal skills and interpersonal skills?

Intrapersonal skills are those that occur by yourself. Interpersonal skills are those that occur with others.

166) U1C3L1: Who was the Prussian officer who wrote drill movements for General George Washington's army at Valley Forge?

Baron Friedrich von Steuben

168) U1C3L1: What is the backbone of military discipline?

Drill

170) U1C3L3: While marching in your squad, you see that the squad leader will have to change the direction of the squad column to the right by 90 degrees. Which of the following describes how the squad leader should give the command?

On the right foot, "column right, march"

172) U1C3L3: You are a squad leader. When your squad is formed as part of a larger formation, where should your position be?

The right flank, or number one (base) position, of the squad

174) U1C4L1: \__________ goals are ones you want to achieve in one to five years.

Intermediate

176) U1C4L1: The process of working toward something you want to accomplish is called \__________.

goal-setting

178) U1C4L1: The process of making a choice is called \__________.

decision-making

180) U1C4L2: When you use empathy in an angry situation, you \__________.

try to understand what the other person is feeling and thinking

182) U1C4L2: What are the three main approaches to managing anger?

expressing, suppressing, and calming

184) U1C4L2: \__________ communication can trigger more inner anger.

Deferential