AZ-862 DRILL TEAMGENERAL KNOWLEDGE BOOK

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success in close order competition.I am dedicated to my unit, my team and my school and I am guided by the

principles of integrity, discipline, fairness, and tenacity.I pledge to strive for perfection and reject mediocrity both in my personal

behavior and in the performance of the team.

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DRILL TEAM LEADERSHIP

INSTRUCTOR: ________________________DRILL TEAM CC: ________________________ARMED TEAM CC: ______________________UNARMED TEAM CC: ____________________COLOR GUARD CC:______________________

Team Members

NATIONAL LEADERSHIP

President, Commander-in-Chief ______________________________Vice President _______________________________Secretary of State ________________________________Secretary of Defense _______________________________Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff ________________________________Secretary of the Air Force ________________________________Chief of Staff, US Air Force ________________________________Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force ________________________________Commander, AETC ________________________________Air University Commander ________________________________Commander, Holm Center ________________________________Director of AFJROTC ________________________________Secretary of the Navy ________________________________Chief of Naval operations ________________________________Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy ________________________________Commandant of the Marine Corps ________________________________Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps ________________________________Secretary of the Army ________________________________Chief of Staff of the Army ________________________________Sergeant Major of the Army ________________________________Secretary of Homeland Security ________________________________Commandant of the Coast Guard ________________________________Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard ________________________________

DRILL PRACTICE PROCEDURES

Appearance No civilian hats No open toe shoes Hair must be pinned back During cold weather, watch caps and black

gloves are authorized (except in service uniform)

Equipment Account for it at all times Don’t wait to be told to get it Bring writing utensil and paper to class No joking/jesting/competitions with any of

the equipment

Miscellaneous Practice like you will perform No spectators at the Drill Pad Be prepared to answer questions No food or drink on the Drill Pad Don’t sit on/around/near the drill pad Don’t walk/run through or jump over the

rock perimeter Flag detail conducts reveille prior to class if

the sun is up

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUESTIONSThis is a random sampling of questions that may be asked of you at drill meets.

AFM 36-2203 DRILL AN CEREMONIES1. A single line of persons placed one behind the other is the definition of?

File

2. A single line of persons placed side-by-side is the definition of?Rank

3. A step of 24 inches, the length of a full step in quick time is the definition of?Pace

4. Alignment of individuals one behind the other maintaining proper distance is the definition of?Cover

5. Alignment of individuals side by side maintaining proper interval is the definition of?Dress

6. An arrangement of units is the definition of?Formation

7. Any portion of a given formation is the definition of?Unit

8. Arrangement of units one behind the other with element leaders and guide to extreme left flank is the definition of?Inverted Line

9. Arrangement of units one behind the other with element leaders and guide to extreme right flank is the definition of?In Line

10. Arrangement of units side-by-side with element leaders and guide to the rear is the definition of?Inverted Column

11. Arrangement of units side-by-side with element leaders and guide at the head is the definition of?

In Column

12. At least two, but no more than four elements make a . . .?Flight

13. Change in pitch of voice, generally rising through commands is known as?Inflection

14.Distance measured from heel to heel of a marching individual is the definition of? Step

15. Dress or cover is the definition of?Alignment

16. Extreme right or left (troops right/left) side of a formation in column or line is the definition of?Flank

17. Most commands of this type have a preparatory command and a command of execution?Drill Command

18. Individual designated to regulate the direction and rate of march is the definition of?Guide

19. Marching in place at 100 - 120 steps per minute is the definition of?Mark Time

20. On this command you complete the action you were “thinking about”?Command of Execution

21. Rate of marching 100 - 120 steps a minute (12 or 24 inches) is the definition of?Quick Time

22. Rate of marching 180 steps a minute (30 inch step) is the definition of?Double Time

23. Space between individuals placed side-by-side. Normal is arm’s length close is 4 inches is the definition of?Interval

24. Space occupied by a unit measured from flank to flank is the definition of?Front

25. The ability to enunciate correctly is known as?Distinction

26. The ability to make your voice reach whatever distance desired without strain is known as?Projection

27. The basic drill unit comprised of no less than 3 persons is the definition of?Element

28. The correct place for an officer, NCO or airman to stand in formation is the definition of?Post

29. The element on which a movement is planned, regulated or aligned is the definition of?Base

30. The leading unit of a column is the definition of?Head

31. The middle point of a formation. On an odd numbered front, it is the center person or element on an even numbered front it is the person/element to the right of center this is the definition of?Center

32. The space from front to rear between units, between individuals is 40 inches as measured from their chest to the back of the individual directly in front of them. This is the definition of?Distance

33. These commands are given when one unit of an element must do something different from the rest?

Supplementary Commands

34. These commands have no preparatory command or command of execution and are not supplementary?Informational Commands

35. These commands help develop confidence, self- reliance, assertiveness, and enthusiasm bymaking the individual recall, give, and execute the proper commands?Mass Commands

36. This extra quality demands immediate response, it expresses confidence and decisiveness?Snap

37. This is the “think about it” command?Preparatory Command

38. Total space front to rear of a formation. An individual’s depth is 12 inches is the definition of?Depth

39. Uniform step and rhythm in marching; steps marched per minute is the definition of?Cadence

40. The volume used when giving commands is known as?Loudness

41. What makes a group?2 squadrons make a group

42. What makes a squadron?2 flights make a squadron

43. During inspection procedures, after giving the command Ready Front, if the flight is to be inspected, where does the commander proceed to?Takes one step forward and faces to the right in a position in front of the guide

44. While marching, what are the number of steps respectively the 1st 2nd 3rd and 4th element leaders take for Counter March?The 1st element leader takes four 24-inch steps forward, executes a 90-degree pivot to the right, the 2nd element leader takes two 24-inch steps forward executes a 90-degree pivot to the right, the 3rd element leader takes one 24-inch step forward, executes two 90-degree pivots to the left, the 4th element leader takes three 24-inch steps forward executes a 90-degree pivot to the left

45. In order to give commands the commander must assume what position?Assume the position of attention

46. On which foot is the command of execution for Eyes Right called on?Right

47. Respectively, how many steps between pivots do the 3rd, 2nd, and 1st element leaders take during a Column Right?2, 4, and 6

48. What command is given to a formation to return their head and eyes forward?Ready Front

49. What do less than three cadets/airmen make?Less than 3 individuals make a detail

50. What do three cadets/airmen make?3 or more individuals make an element

51. What does the command “As you were” do?Revokes a preparatory command

52. What does the command “Without the Numbers” do?Drill movements with more than one count will be done at the cadence of quick time

53. What is the position of honor?To the right

54. What is the publication that governs Air Force drill and ceremonies?AFMAN 36-2203

55. What is the size of the step during Right/Left Step March? 12 inches as measured from heel to heel

56. When demonstrating a drill movement count by count what command must be given?By the numbers

57. When executing Counter March from the halt, respectively how many steps do the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th element leader take?

The first element leader takes five paces forward, the third element leader takes three paces forward, the second element leader takes two paces forward, and the fourth element leader takes four paces forward

58. When given flight halt from double time how many steps do you take in double time?2

59. When marching, commands that change the unit’s direction to the left are called on what foot?The left

60. When the command Dress Left Dress is given, the heads and eyes of cadets are turned where?45 degrees to the left

61. Which position of rest allows you to leave the immediate area?Fall Out

62. Which position of rest allows you to talk, yet you must keep your right foot planted?Rest

63. Which position of rest states, your feet will be 12 inches apart as measured from heel to heel?Parade Rest

64. Which position of rest states that your right foot must remain planted and you cannot talk?At Ease

65. While marching at Route Step, you must maintain what?Dress Cover Interval and Distance

66. You are outdoors, in uniform, you hear our country’s national anthem but you don’t see the USflag, what do you do?Come to attention face the music and salute

67. On the command Extend March (while marching) on what foot does the fourth element take up the half step?The right

68. How do you change direction when marching at other than attention?Incline to the right (left)

69. How do you leave ranks?One step backward with coordinated arm swing, execute a facing movement toward the

closest flank, proceed to the front of the formation by the most direct route, halt one pace in front of and facing person in command

70. You are at double time and you must render a salute to, what do you do?Go to Quick Time render salute and carry on

71. When marching forward, on which foot is the command FLIGHT Halt?Either foot however, preparatory command and command of execution are given on the

same foot

72. In which formation is the command COVER not used?In Line Inverted Line

73. According to AFM 36-2203 what manual is used for drill with arms?The appropriate service manual for the weapon used, for the Daisy Replica M-1903 it is FM

3 -21. 5

74. How do you travel from airman to airman during an inspection?Simultaneously execute a face to the right in marching and an in place halt

75. What do you do if a command is given incorrectly?Perform the movement to the best of your ability

76. When commanding units larger than a flight, how long is the pause between the preparatory command and the command of execution? Three paces

77. Describe the position of attention?Heels together, feet form a 45 degree angle, legs straight, knees not locked arms hanging

naturallyat side, hands cupped palms toward seam of trousers, thumbs parallel to ground, chest lifted, back arched head and eyes straight forward

78. During column of files when do the subsequent element leaders incline left/right?After marching forward

79. To form a column of two or more from a single column, what do the element leaders say and do on the preparatory command? Leading element leader turns head and eyes 45 degrees and commands stand fast. All

other elementleaders turn head and eyes 45 degrees and command COLUMN HALF RIGHT/LEFT

80. What tone of voice is used during Count Off?Normal

81. Describe the number of steps and pivots taken by elements during CLOSE March while marching? 1st element, 45 degree pivot right 5 steps 45 degree pivot left 2nd element, 45 degree

pivot right3 steps 45 degree pivot left 3rd element, 45 degree pivot right 1 step 45 degree pivot left

4th no pivots

82. What are the pivot points for Right Flank?90 degrees to the right on the ball of the left foot

83. What is a face in marching?The pivot and step are executed in one count, and proper dress, cover, interval, and

distance are maintained

84. Once halted, what is the distance between ranks after the command OPEN RANKS March?70 inches

85. What size step is taken between pivots during a column movement at normal interval?24 inches

86. What is the rate of march for slow time?60 steps per minute

87. What is adjutant’s cadence?140 steps per minute

88. Is double time authorized in service dress uniform?Yes

89. Cadence is given in how many sets?Two

90. While marching, commands of execution occur when?As the heel of the appropriate foot strikes the ground

91. What size step is taken between pivots during a column movement at close interval?12 inch

92. This movement is described as “not precise”?Counter March

93. When does the guidon bearer bring the guidon to the carry position? On the preparatory command

94. How is the guidon carried in double time?45 degrees across body pennant toward right shoulder

95. When do the element leaders call their elements to attention during Open Ranks?After the inspector finishes the preceding element and before they stop at the first person

intheir element

96. What are the parts of the guidon?Ferrule, staff, pennant and ornament/pike

97. What are the pivot points for a left face?Heel of the left foot ball of the right

98. You are given the command FLIGHT Attention, what do you do on the preparatory command?Assume the position of attention

99. Describe the hand placement for close interval dress right dress?Place the left hand on the left hip fingers pointing down thumb along the forefinger,

fingersextended and joined, elbow bent and in line with the body

100. What are the pivot points for Left Flank?90 degrees to the left on the ball of the right foot

101. What do you do during AT EASE March?Free movement, silence, DCID

102. What does the 4th element do while marching and the command CLOSE March is given?

One 24 inch step then 12 inch steps until new command is given

103. While performing to the rear what should you not do with your body?Force it up or lean forward

104. While conducting individual drill. What command is used to view Present Arms and

Order Arms in two counts?HAND Salute, READY Two

105. What commands are given to size a flight? In Line formation, right face with exceptions taller tap, right face with exceptions

taller tap,left face with exceptions taller tap

106. How long does a formation stay in half step after the command Column Half Right/Left March?

When all members of the leading rank are abreast of each other resume 24 inch step

107. Describe the hand placement for Parade Rest?Place the right hand in the palm of the left, right thumb over the left to form an “X”

108. Where is you dress during In Line formation?To the right

109. What are the measurements for arm swing while marching at quick time?6 inches to the front as measured from the rear of the hand to the front of the thigh and 3 inches to the rear as measured from the front of the hand to the back of the thigh

110. For Right/Left Step, how do you call the halt?

As the heels are together call the prepatory command, then again for the command of execution

111. What are the contact points for present arms? Right corner of the hat, right eyebrow, or right front corner of eyeglasses

112. What are the pivot points for ABOUT Face?Ball of the right foot, heel of the left foot

113. Where is your dress in an inverted column?To the left

114. What does the guide do on the command FALL IN?Takes a position to the left of and facing the flight sergeant so that the first element is centered and three paces from the flight sergeant

115. What are the pivot points for a left face?Heel of the left foot, ball of the right foot

116. Respectively how many steps does each element take during Open Ranks? 1st three, 2nd two, 3rd one 4th zero

117. COUNT Off can only be performed in two formations what are they?In Line and In Column

118. Describe the action taken after the command of execution for To The REAR March?

Take a 12 inch step with the left foot, suspend arm swing, pivot 180 degrees to the right on the balls of both feet, take a 12 inch step with the right foot

119. An officer is approaching; you are in uniform and in a formation. What is the procedure?The person in charge of the formation will call the formation to attention and salute for the formation

120. How many degrees do you pivot during a Half left/right Face?45

ARMY TRAINING CIRCULAR 3-21.51. According to the army drill manual, what do you do if you are not a squad leader

and you are given the command cover?Raise your left arm horizontally, establish distance of an arm’s length plus 6 inches

2. Counter Column from the halt is executed how?The platoon executes the movement basically the same as from the Halt, except that the squad takes one additional step to ensure that the pivot foot is in the correct position to execute the movement

3. TC 3-21.5 states for a squad or platoon to change interval while in line the commands are?Close Interval/Normal Interval/Double Interval March

4. From Order Arms, how many counts are in the movement Inspection Arms?5

5. From Order Arms, how many counts are in the movement Left Shoulder Arms?4

6. From Order Arms, how many counts are in the movement Port Arms?2

7. From Order Arms, how many counts are in the movement Present Arms?3

8. How high do you raise the Daisy Drill Replica off the surface when performing facing movements?1 inch

9. How many counts are in the movement Right Shoulder Arms, from Order Arms?4

10. How many inches from the body is the Daisy Replica during Port Arms?4 inches

11. In a four person color guard, what does the left guard do during a colors reverse? Left guard takes one step forward, faces to the right in marching, takes one full step and three half steps, faces to the right in marching, and takes one step forward in the new direction

12. In a four person color guard, what does the right guard do during a colors reverse?Right guard takes two steps forward, faces to the left in marching, takes one full step and three half steps, faces to the left in marching, and takes two steps in the new direction.

13. In a four person color guard, what does the U S flag bearer do during a colors reverse?U.S. Flag faces to the left in marching and faces to the left while marking time

14. In a four person color guard, what does the subordinate flag bearer do during a colors reverse?Subordinate flag takes one step forward, faces to the right in marching, takes two half steps, faces to the right in marching, and takes one step in the new direction

15. Inspection Arms is assumed when during open ranks inspection? When the inspector is halted in front of you

16. According to Army TC 3-21.5, the proper command to move a squad or platoon to the rear is?Rear March

17. What is the weight of the Daisy Replica?8.69 pounds

18. In the Army what command do you give to terminate the formation but not the tour of duty?Dismissed

19. In a platoon formation what does each individual soldier do when given the command RECOVER?Assume the position of attention

20. What is the Army equivalent to a Flight Sergeant? Platoon Sergeant

21. What command is given to return to right shoulder arms from sling arms?Adjust slings

22. What is carried in the hollow compartment of the rifle stock?Cleaning equipment

23. What is the appropriate position for your weapon when doing facing movements?Order Arms

24. What is the barrel length of the M1903A3?24 inches

25. What is the difference between a saber and a sword? A saber is carried by officers, a sword by NCO’s

26. What is the first step in handling any weapon? Clearing it

27. What is the length of the Daisy Replica?It has a length of 43 inches

28. What is the nomenclature of the drill rifle?This is a replica of the M1903A3 which was a 30 caliber, lightweight, bolt action, magazine

fed,manually operated, shoulder weapon. Manufactured by the Springfield Armory it weighed approximately 8.69 lb, with a barrel length of 24 inches and an overall length of 44 inches,

it had a maximum range of 2800 yards and a maximum effective range of 800 yardsIt weighs approximately 8.69 lbs

29. What publication governs drill with a weapon?The publication that governs the weapon used, Army Training Circular 3-21.5

30. When can you execute Present Arms from Right/Left Shoulder Arms?Only from the halt

31. When do you raise the weapon off the surface when performing facing movements? After the command of execution

32. While at sling arms how do you salute? Grasp the sling with the left hand at the shoulder and render a salute with the right hand

33. While marching how you do execute a counter column?1st squad marches forward three steps, executes a Column Right, executes another Column Right just beyond the fourth squad. 2nd squad steps forward one step, executes a Column Right, execute another Column Right between the third and fourth squads. 3rd squad executes two short Column Lefts from the Halt and marches between the remainder of the third squad and the second squad. The fourth squad marches forward two steps, executes a Column Left, executes another Column Left between the first and second squads

34. With the Daisy Drill Rifle, what is the only command you can be given from Inspection Arms?Port Arms

35. In the US Army what is the next level above a Company?A Battalion

36. Who normally commands the color guard detail?The highest ranking individual; normally an officer or NCO

37. Why do you do Inspection Arms before handing the inspector the Daisy Replica?To ensure you are not handing the inspector a loaded weapon

38. According to TC 3-21.5 how many steps are taken during open ranks by the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th squads?The front rank takes two steps forward the second rank takes one step forward the third

rank stands fast and the fourth rank takes two backward steps

39. What action(s) do you take when given the Command Stand at Ease?Assume parade rest and turn your head and eyes directly toward the person in charge of

the formation

40. FM3-21.5 states after giving open ranks if exact alignment is needed, this command is given?At Close Interval, (At Double Interval), Dress right Dress

41. According TC 3-21.5, how do you close ranks?The first rank takes 4 backward steps the second rank takes two backward steps, the third

rank stands fast and the fourth rank takes on step forward

42. In Army drill where do your hands go for parade rest?Place the hands at the small of the back and centered on the belt. Fingers extended and

joined, interlock thumbs so the palm of right hand is outward

43. According to TC 3-21.5, unless otherwise specified, when directed to execute steps forwardthe size of the steps will be?30 inch step

44. How far to the front and how far to the rear is your arm swing in Army regulation drill?9 inches to the front and 6 inches to the rear

45. What is the US Army equivalent of a US Air Force Flight?Platoon

46. What size is a half, backward or side step in the US Army?15 inches

47. An element in Air Force drill is the same as what in the Army?Squad

48. A company in the US Army is the equivalent of what in the US Air Force?Squadron

49. In the US Army what are backward, side and half step used for? Moving short distances

50. In column formation what do element leaders do when given the command cover?On the command COVER, the fourth squad leader stands fast and serves as base. The squadleaders with the exception of the left flank squad leader, raise their arms laterally and turntheir heads and eyes to the right.

AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 36-2903 DRESS AND APPEARANCE OF AIR FORCE PERSONNEL

1. Describe the length of Air Force trousers/slacks?Resting on the front of the shoe with a slight break in the crease. The back is 7/8 of an inch longer than the front

2. Earrings worn by females must meet what criteria?Small spherical, conservative round diamond, gold, pearl, or silver earrings

3. How do females wear the flight cap?

On the crown of the head hair may protrude from the front

4. How many rings may a cadet wear in uniform?No more than 3

5. The Air Force Uniform can be described in two words, what are they?Plain yet distinctive

6. What is a gig line?A line formed by the facing of the shirt the buckle edge and the fly of the pants

7. What is the maximum bulk for female hair?Not to exceed three inches in bulk

8. What is the proper placement of the name tag on a female service uniform?1 ½ inches above or below the first exposed button centered between the arm seam and

theFacing

9. What are the four standards of the Air Force uniform?Neatness, Cleanliness, Safety and Military Image

10. What is the publication that governs dress and appearance of Air Force personnel?AFI 36-2903

11. Describe the restrictions for nail polish in uniform?No extreme colors some examples of extreme colors include but are not limited to, purple,gold, blue, black, bright (fire-engine) red, and fluorescent colors. Cannot contrast skin or detract from uniform. Males are not authorized to wear

12. How do males wear the flight cap?Squarely on the head, no hair protruding from the front, slight tilt to the wearer’s right

13. What is one exception to wearing head gear indoors?When the wearer is bearing arms

14. What is the proper placement of the name tag on a male service uniform?Center name tag on (but not over) top edge of right pocket

15. What is the spacing between ribbons on a service uniform? No spacing

16. On the Air Force flight cap what signifies that the wearer is an officer?A silver and blue edge braid

17. What is the proper placement of ribbons on the service coat?Center metallic name tag on right side between the sleeve seam and the lapel. Bottom of

name tagwill be parallel with bottom of ribbons

18. Is standing or walking with your hand in your pockets while in uniform authorized?

No

19. What is the maximum length for male hair?Not to exceed an inch and ¼ in bulk

20. What is the grooming standard for a mustache?Must be neatly trimmed not to extend downward beyond the lip line of the upper lip or

extendsideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from both corners of the mouth

21. On what uniform combinations is the name tag not worn?Mess Dress and Semi Formal

22. When wearing the tie, how long can it be?Tip of tie must cover a portion of the belt buckle but cannot extend below the bottom of

belt buckle

23. What types of sunglasses are unauthorized in uniform? Mirrored faddish

24. Describe female hair bands and stays?Conservative hairpins, combs, headbands and barrettes must match the hair color

25. What is the proper placement of ribbons on the male service uniform?Center ribbons resting on (but not over) top edge of left pocket between the left and right

edges

26. When is a white crew neck T shirt authorized?With a closed collar shirt

27. What is the proper placement of the tie tack/clasp?Center optional tie tack or tie clasp (Air Force symbol, grade insignia, or wing and star)between bottom edge of knot and bottom tip of tie

28. What is the proper placement of ribbons on a female service uniform?Center ribbons on left side parallel with ground. Align bottom of the ribbons with the

bottomof the name tag

29. What is the length of the Air Force skirt?Will be no shorter than the top of the kneecap or longer than the bottom of the kneecap

30. What is the proper placement of the US insignia on the service coat?The US lapel insignia is placed halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it. The “U.S.”

letters in the insignia are parallel with the ground

31. Of all the Air Force service uniforms, which one is not authorized for officers to wear?The Semi Formal Dress Uniform

32. For Officer and Enlisted airmen what is the difference for the “U.S.” insignia worn on the service coat? For enlisted personnel, the “U.S.” has a circle around it

33. Describe the officer’s braid on the service coat? General officers will wear a 1 ½ inch wide blue sleeve braid, 3 inches from the end of the

sleeve. All other officers will wear a ½ inch wide blue sleeve braid 3 inches from the end of the sleeve

34. Describe the USAF “Hap Arnold” Symbol?A star with a circle in the middle, and feathered wings above the star

THE COLORS

1. How many stars show on a properly folded U S Flag?4

2. What do the colors of the U. S. Flag represent?Red – hardiness, valor; White – hope, purity, innocence; Blue – color of reverence to God,

loyalty,vigilance, perseverance, justice

3. What do the Parts of the U S Flag Represent?The white stars represent the states. The Field of blue represents the Union, the red and

whitestripes represent the original13 colonies

4. How old is the current U. S. Flag?53 years old as of July 4th 2013

5. How is the U.S. Flag raised? Briskly

6. According to American lore who created the first “American Flag”?Betsy Ross

7. During reveille, how do you place the flag at half staff?Raise flag briskly to the top of the staff, and then lower it slowly and ceremoniously to half

staff

8. On what days should you fly the U.S. Flag?New Year’s Day Inauguration Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday Washington’s birthday Easter Sunday Mother’s Day Peace Officer’s Memorial Day Armed Forces Day Memorial Day Flag Day Independence Day Labor Day Patriot Day Constitution Day National Election Day Columbus Day Navy Day Veteran’s Day Thanksgiving Day Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Christmas Day State Birthdays

9. How is the U.S. Flag lowered?Slowly and ceremoniously

10. Who determines when a flag is flown at half staff?President, Governor, Mayor, City official or Installation Commander

11. What are the requirements for flying the U.S. Flag at night?Adequate lighting for the entire flag to be seen

12. You are looking at a U.S. Flag on an aircraft, describe how it is displayed?The union is to the right and up to appear as if it is moving forward

13. How is a U.S. Flag draped over a casket? Draped over the casket with the union over the deceased left shoulder and never loweredinto the ground

14. When are the National Colors flown upside down? When under duress

15. When does a new US Flag become official? On the Fourth of July following the admission of a new state to the union

16. Describe the US Army Flag?The Flag of the United States Army displays a blue replica of the War Office Seal set on a

white field. Beneath the seal is a broad scarlet scroll bearing the inscription in white letters, United States Army. Beneath the scroll, in blue Arabic numerals, is 1775 All of this in on a white background

17. Describe the US Marine Corps Flag?The official flag is scarlet with the Corps emblem in gray and gold. Beneath the emblem on

a white scroll with gold background the words United States Marine Corps are written in Scarlet

18. Describe the US Navy Flag?The flag of the United States Navy consists of the seal of the U.S. Department of the Navy

in the center, above a yellow scroll inscribed "United States Navy" in dark blue letters, against a dark blue background

19. Describe the US Air Force Flag?The flag of the United States Air Force consists of the coat of arms, 13 white stars and the

Air Force Seal, on a blue background

20. Describe the US Coast Guard Flag?The flag of the United States Coast Guard is white with a dark blue Great Seal of the

United States. Inscribed in an arc above the eagle is "UNITED STATES COAST GUARD"; below the eagle is the Coast Guard motto, "SEMPER PARATUS” and beneath that the numerals 1790 the year in which the service's ancestor, the U.S. Revenue Cutter Service, was founded. All inscriptions are dark blue

21. The Air Force flag has 13 stars that represent the 13 colonies. They are grouped 5 star 3 stars and 5 stars. What is the significance of the 3 stars?The three stars represent the Departments of the Army, Navy and Air Force

U.S. ARMED FORCES RANKARMY

1. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Army Private (PV1)?E-1 No Grade Insignia

2. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Army Private (PV2)?E-2, Chevron one stripe pointed up

3. Describe the rank insignia and pay grade for an Army Private First Class?E-3, chevron with one stripe pointed up and an arched stripe underneath

4. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Army Specialist?E-4, An inverted chevron with the Eagle for the Great Seal of the United States

5. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Army Corporal?E-4, Chevron two stripes pointed up

6. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Army Sergeant?E-5, Chevron three stripes pointed up

7. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Army Staff Sergeant?E-6, Chevron three stripes pointed up, one arched Underneath

8. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Army Sergeant First Class?E-7, Chevron three stripes pointed up, two arched underneath

9. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Army Master Sergeant?E-8, Chevron three stripes pointed up, three arched underneath

10. What specific marking denotes an Army First Sergeant?A diamond device inserted between the upper and lower stripes

11. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Army Sergeant Major?E-9, Chevron three stripes pointed up, three arched underneath and a star between the upper and lower stripes

12. What specific marking denotes an Army Command Sergeant Major?A star with a wreath around it inserted between the upper and lower stripes

13. Describe the rank insignia for the Sergeant Major of the Army?The same as a Sergeant Major except the Great Seal of the United States of America and two stars are inserted between the upper and lower stripes

MARINE CORPS

14. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a USMC Private?E-1 No Grade Insignia

15. Describe the rank insignia and pay grade for a USMC Private First Class?E-2, Single chevron

16. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a USMC Lance Corporal?E-3, Single chevron with crossed rifles underneath

17. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a USMC Corporal?E-4, Two chevrons with crossed rifles underneath

18. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a USMC Sergeant?E-5, Three Chevrons with crossed rifles underneath

19. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a USMC Staff Sergeant?E-6, Four chevrons, three up, with crossed rifles below and one arched chevron

underneath

20. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a USMC Gunnery Sergeant?E-7, Five chevrons, three up, with crossed rifles below and two arched chevrons

underneath

21. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a USMC Master Sergeant?E-8, Six chevrons, three up, with crossed rifles below and three arched chevrons

underneath

22. What specific marking denotes a USMC First Sergeant?A diamond device inserted between the upper and lower chevrons

23. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a USMC Sergeant Major?E-9, Seven chevrons, three up, with a star below and four arched chevrons underneath

24. What specific marking denotes a USMC Master Gunnery Sergeant?A bursting bomb inserted between the lower and upper chevrons

25. Describe the rank insignia for the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps?E-9, Seven chevrons, with an eagle globe and anchor and two stars inserted between the upper and lower chevrons

NAVY

26. Describe the pay grade and rate insignia for a Navy Seaman Recruit?E-1, No Rate insignia

27. Describe the pay grade and rate insignia for a Navy Seaman Apprentice?E-2, Two diagonal lines

28. Describe the rate insignia and pay grade for a Navy Seaman?E-3, Three diagonal lines

29. Describe the pay grade and rate insignia for a Navy Petty Officer Third Class?E-4, One chevron pointing down under a spread eagle

30. Describe the pay grade and rate insignia for a Navy Petty Officer Second Class?E-5, Two chevrons pointing down under a spread eagle

31. Describe the pay grade and rate insignia for a Navy Petty Officer First Class?E-6, Three chevrons pointing down under a spread eagle

32. Describe the pay grade and rate insignia for a Navy Chief Petty Officer?E-7, One arched stripe with a perched spread eagle above three chevrons pointing down

33. Describe the pay grade and rate insignia for a Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer?E-8, One arched stripe with a perched spread eagle above three chevrons pointing down,

with an inverted star above the eagle

34. Describe the pay grade and rate insignia for a Navy Master Chief Petty Officer?E-9, One arched stripe with a perched spread eagle above three chevrons pointing down, with two inverted stars above the eagle

35. Describe the rate insignia for the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy?E-9, One arched stripe with a perched spread eagle above three chevrons pointing down, with three inverted stars above the eagle

36. The title of an O-7 in the US Navy is what?Rear Admiral Lower Half

37. What is the pay grade of a Vice Admiral?O-9

38. What pay grade is a Rear Admiral Upper Half? O-8

39. Describe the collar insignia of a U.S. Navy Chief Petty OfficerA gold fouled anchor with chrome USN

40. What is the title of a Navy O-10?Admiral

AIR FORCE

41. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Airman Basic?E-1, No grade insignia

42. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Airman?E-2, Chevron of 1 stripe

43. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Airman First Class?E-3, Chevron of 2 stripes

44. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Senior Airman?E-4, Chevron of 3 stripes

45. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Air Force Staff Sergeant?E-5, Chevron of 4 stripes

46. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Technical Sergeant?E-6, Chevron of 5 stripes

47. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Air Force Master Sergeant?E-7, Chevron of 6 stripes, 1 is inverted

48. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Senior Master Sergeant?E-8, Chevron of 7 stripes, 2 are inverted

49. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Chief Master Sergeant?E-9, Chevron of 8 stripes, 3 are inverted

50. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Second Lieutenant?O-1, One gold bar

51. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a First Lieutenant?O-2, One silver bar

52. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for an Air Force Captain?O-3, Two silver bars connected

53. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Major?O-4, One gold oak leaf

54. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Lieutenant Colonel?O-5, One silver oak leaf

55. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Colonel?O-6, One Silver eagle

56. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Brigadier General?O-7, One silver star

57. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Major General?O-8, Two silver stars in line

58. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a Lieutenant General?O-9, Three silver stars in line

59. Describe the pay grade and rank insignia for a General?O-10, Four silver stars in line

60. What does a diamond device signify?First Sergeant

61. What does the rank insignia for a Command Chief Master Sergeant look like?Chevron of 8 stripes, 3 are inverted with an additional star in the upper field of blue

62. What does the rank insignia of the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force look like?Chevron of 8 stripes, 3 are inverted with a laurel wreath around the star and the Great

Seal of theUnited States of America and two stars in the upper field of blue

GOVERNMENT1. How many Supreme Court justices are there?

9

2. Who is the Speaker of the House?John Boehner

3. Where is the seat of government for the United States of America?District of Columbia

4. When was the U. S. Constitution created?Signed 17 Sep 1787

5. How many articles are in the U.S. Constitution?7

6. What is the total number of amendments to the U.S. Constitution? 27

7. List the three branches of the U.S. government?Legislative, Executive Judicial

8. What are the first ten Amendments to the U.S. Constitution called?Bill of Rights

9. How many U S Senators are there?100

10. How many representatives are there in the U S House of Congress?435

11. Who are the non voting members in the House of Representatives?Delegates from the territories and the District of Columbia

12. How many members are there in the U. S. Congress?535

PRESIDENTS1. Abraham Lincoln’s likeness appears on what U.S. currency?

The penny and the five dollar bill

2. What President was never elected to any portion of the executive branch of the United States?Gerald Ford

3. In the line of succession for presidency who comes after the Vice President?Speaker of the House

4. Who is credited with the construction of the U.S. Interstate SystemDwight Eisenhower

5. Whose likenesses are on Mt Rushmore?G. Washington T Jefferson, A. Lincoln and T. Roosevelt

6. Who was the youngest person to ever serve as president?Theodore Roosevelt

7. Who was the youngest elected president?John Fitzgerald Kennedy

8. Who was the oldest person to serve as president?Ronald Reagan

9. Who is the only U.S. President thus far to have a PhD? Woodrow Wilson

10. Of the 11 active U S Navy carriers, how many are christened with a U S President’s name?7; Washington, Lincoln, T Roosevelt, Truman, Eisenhower, Reagan and George HW Bush

11. Who was the first President of the United States?George Washington

12. Name one civilian who is always accorded the honor of a salute?The Commander in Chief of the US Armed Forces

13. State the name of the 16th President of the United States?Abraham Lincoln

14. In order list the last five Presidents of the United States, starting with the current Head of State?Barak Obama, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George HW Bush and Ronald Reagan

15. What is the official residence of the President of the United States of America?1600 Pennsylvania Ave, The White House

16. When does the President take office?

Noon January 20th of an inaugural year

17. Which agency provides protection for the President of the United States?The U.S. Secret Service

18. Currently who is the only US President to hold a patent?Abraham Lincoln

19. Which U.S. President was elected to office four times?Franklin Delano Roosevelt

20. When the President is on board, the call sign for the U.S.A.F. Presidential Transport aircraft is?Air Force One

21. Which branch of service provides helicopter transport for the President of the United States?U.S. Marine Corps

22. On What U. S. currency does Thomas Jefferson appear?The nickel and the two dollar bill

23. Which U.S. Presidents have won the Nobel Peace Prize?T Roosevelt, W. Wilson, J. Carter and B. Obama

24. This president became a Supreme Court justice after his term in the executive office?William Howard Taft

AMERICANA1. When did this nation declare its independence?

4 July 1776

2. What is the national flower? Rose

3. What is the national tree? Oak

4. What is the national march? Stars and Stripes Forever

5. Where is the Liberty Bell? Philadelphia PA

6. Where is the Statue of Liberty? New York Harbor

7. What is the national bird? Bald Eagle

8. What does E Pluribus Unum mean?Out of Many, One

9. When was the National Anthem written?During the bombardment of Fort McHenry (War of 1812)

10. What is the name of the National Anthem?Star Spangled Banner

11. Who wrote the National Anthem?Francis Scott Key

12. When did the Star Spangled Banner become the national anthem?3 March 1931

13. On U.S. paper currency which individuals were not presidents?Alexander Hamilton, Benjamin Franklin

14. A U.S. 100 dollar bill bears whose likeness?Benjamin Franklin

15. What is the significance of 6 June 1944?D Day

16. What happened on December 7th 1941?Imperial Japanese forces attacked American Military at Pearl Harbor

17. Whose face appears on a U.S. 10 dollar bill?Alexander Hamilton

18. When is Veteran’s Day?11 November

19. Who was the first person to break the sound barrier in level flight?Chuck Yeager

20. What was the name of the aircraft that dropped the first atomic bomb on Japan?Enola Gay

21. What country did the American colonies revolt against?England

22. Which American made the first nonstop solo transatlantic flight? Charles Lindbergh

23. Who was the first American to orbit the earth?John Glenn

24. When was the first lunar landing?20 July 1969

25. Who was the first man to walk on the moon?Neil Armstrong

26. What is the significance of the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month?Armistice for World War I

27. When and where was the first sustained, controlled, heavier than air, manned, powered flight completed?17 December 1903

28. When was the US civil war fought?1861-1865

29. According to popular history who discovered America?Christopher Columbus

THE UNITED STATES1. Which states were countries before they were states?

Hawaii, Texas and Vermont

2. Name the current United States Territories?Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, U.S. Virgin Islands and the Northern Marianas

Islands

3. Which states boundaries come together to form the four corners region?Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah

4. What is the Capital of Alabama? Montgomery

5. What is the Capital of Alaska?Juneau

6. What is the Capital of Arkansas?Little Rock

7. What is the Capital of California?Sacramento

8. What is the Capital of Colorado?Denver

9. What is the Capital of Connecticut?Hartford

10. What is the Capital of Delaware?Dover

11. What is the Capital of Florida?Tallahassee

12. What is the Capital of Georgia?Atlanta

13. What is the Capital of Hawaii?Honolulu

14. What is the Capital of Idaho?Boise

15. What is the Capital of Illinois?Springfield

16. What is the Capital of Indiana?Indianapolis

17. What is the Capital of Iowa?Des Moines

18. What is the Capital of Kansas?Topeka

19. What is the Capital of Kentucky?Frankfort

20. What is the Capital of Louisiana?Baton Rouge

21. What is the Capital of Maine?Augusta

22. What is the Capital of Maryland?Annapolis

23. What is the Capital of Massachusetts?Boston

24. What is the Capital of Michigan?Lansing

25. What is the Capital of Minnesota?St Paul

26. What is the Capital of Mississippi?Jackson

27. What is the Capital of Missouri?Jefferson City

28. What is the Capital of Montana?Helena

29. What is the Capital of Nebraska?Lincoln

30. What is the Capital of Nevada?Carson City

31. What is the Capital of New Hampshire?Concord

32. What is the Capital of New Jersey?Trenton

33. What is the Capital of New Mexico?Santa Fe

34. What is the Capital of New York?Albany

35. What is the Capital of North Carolina?Raleigh

36. What is the Capital of North Dakota?Bismarck

37. What is the Capital of Ohio?Columbus

38. What is the Capital of Oklahoma?Oklahoma City

39. What is the Capital of Oregon?Salem

40. What is the Capital of Pennsylvania?Harrisburg

41. What is the Capital of Rhode Island?Providence

42. What is the Capital of South Carolina?Columbia

43. What is the Capital of South Dakota?Pierre

44. What is the Capital of Tennessee?Nashville

45. What is the Capital of Texas?Austin

46. What is the Capital of Utah?Salt Lake City

47. What is the Capital of Vermont?Montpellier

48. What is the Capital of Virginia?Richmond

49. What is the Capital of Washington?Olympia

50. What is the Capital of West Virginia?Charleston

51. What is the Capital of Wisconsin?Madison

52. What is the Capital of Wyoming?

Cheyenne

53. What is the Capitol of Puerto Rico?San Juan

54. What is the Capitol of the U.S. Virgin Islands?Charlotte Amalie

55. What is the Capitol of American Samoa?Pago Pago

56. What is the Capitol of Guam?Agana

57. What is the Capitol of the Northern Marianas? Saipan

ARIZONA1. Who is the governor of Arizona?

Jan Brewer

2. By order of admission what is our state’ number?48

3. Describe the Arizona state Flag?13 rays alternating red and yellow on the upper half, a copper star in the middle, and a field of blue on the bottom half

4. How many stars are on the Arizona Flag?1

5. Oranges and Lemons are part of this Arizona C?Citrus

6. This Arizona C deals with atmospheric conditions and location?Climate

7. This C was the chief product of Arizona?Copper

8. This is the modern C of Arizona?Components

9. Name a U. S. National Park in this state?Grand Canyon, Petrified Forest and Saguaro

10. This Arizona C is used in the textile industry?Cotton

11. What do the 13 rays of red and gold on the top half of the Arizona flag represent?Both the 13 original colonies of the Union, and the rays of the Western setting sun

12. What is the Capital of Arizona? Phoenix

13. What is the State Bird?Cactus Wren

14. What is the State Flower?Saguaro Cactus Blossom

15. What is the State Motto?Ditat Deus, God Enriches

16. What is the state nickname?The Grand Canyon State

17. What is the State Tree?Palo Verde

18. When did Arizona become a state?14 February 1912

19. Which Arizona C deals with bovines?Cattle

20. Why is there a copper star in the center of the Arizona flag?Arizona was the largest producer of copper in the nation

21. What is the name of a national forest in this state?Apache-Sitgreaves, Coconino, Coronado, Kaibab, Tonto

22. Name a U.S. Senator from the State of Arizona, currently in office?Jeff Flake or John McCain

23. Who is in command of the Arizona Armed Forces?The Governor,

MILITARY AIRCRAFT1. What does the A prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?

Attack

2. What does the B prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?

Bomber

3. What does the C prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Cargo

4. What does the E prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Electronic

5. What does the F prefix mean for Air Force aircraft? Fighter

6. What does the H prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Helicopter and/or Rescue

7. What does the K prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Tanker

8. What does the M prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Mission Specific

9. What does the O prefix mean for Air Force aircraft? Observation

10. What does the R prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Reconnaissance

11. What does the S prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Strategic

12. What does the T prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Trainer

13. What does the U prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Utility

14. What does the V prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Vertical

15. What does the W prefix mean for Air Force aircraft?Weather

NATIONAL LEADERSHIP1. Who is the President?

2. Who is the Vice President?

3. Who is the U. S. Secretary of State?

4. Who is the Secretary of Defense?

5. Who is the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff?

6. Who is the Secretary of the Air Force?

7. Who is the Chief of Staff, US Air Force?

8. Who is the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force?

9. Who is the commander of Air Education and Training Command?

10. Who is the Air University Commander?

11. Who is the Commander, Holm Center?

12. Who is the Director of AFJROTC?

13. Who is the Secretary of the Army?

14. Who is the Chief of Staff of the Army?

15. Who is the Sergeant Major of the Army?

16. Who is the Secretary of the Navy?

17. Who is the Chief of Naval Operations?

18. Who is the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy?

19. Who is the Commandant of the Marine Corps?

20. Who is the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps?

21. Who is the Secretary of Homeland Security?

22. Who is the Commandant of the Coast Guard?

23. Who is the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard?

24. Who is the Commander in Chief of the U S Armed Forces?

CODE OF CONDUCT AIRMAN’S CREED1. Each American Airman has a legacy of what?

Valor

2. According to the Airman’s Creed, An airman is their nation’s . . .?Sword, shield, sentry and avenger

3. “I am an American Airman; wingman, leader, warrior.” Is found where?

Airman’s Creed

4. What is the last line of the Airman’s creed?And I will not fail

5. An American Airman is faithful to what?A proud heritage

6. “I am prepared to give my life in their defense.” Is found in which article of the Code of Conduct?Article I

7. Making oral or written statements disloyal to your country is a violation of which article of the Code of Conduct?Article V

8. Of the articles in the Code of Conduct, which one deals with surrender?Article II

9. How many articles are in the code of conduct? Six

10. According to Article VI of the Code of Conduct, whom do you trust?I will trust in my God and in the United States of America

11. Which article of the Code of Conduct begins with “If I am captured,”?Article III

12. Which article of the Code of Conduct states; “I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me.”?Article IV

13. When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give what?Name, rank, service number, and date of birth.

MILITARY KNOWLEDGE1. Is the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in your chain of command?

No. The Chairman JCS is the highest ranking military official

2. The United States Department of Defense is headquartered in what building?The Pentagon

3. Who is the Chief, National Guard Bureau?General Frank J. Grass

4. List the services in order of precedence?U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy U.S. Air Force U.S. Coast Guard

5. Why is the USMC higher in precedence then the US Navy?The USN had not had a consistent birth date until 1972 when Admiral Zumwalt declared

13 Oct 1775

6. Personnel from the U S Army are referred to as?Soldier

7. How do you address an army NCOSergeant

8. The common title for personnel in the USMC is?Marine

9. A U.S. Navy O-3 is addressed as?Lieutenant

10. In the U. S. Navy an Ensign has the pay grade of?O-1

11. What is the proper form of address for a U.S. Navy O-6?Captain

12. Enlisted navy personnel are referred to as?Sailor

13. The common title for members of the US Air Force is the same as the rank structure below NCOs what is it?Airman

14. Name one of the five Army basic Training Sites?Forts Benning, Jackson, Knox, Leonard Wood, and Sill

15. Marine Corps recruit training is conducted at two locations, what are they?Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Parris Island

16. If you enlisted in the Navy, where would you complete your initial training? Naval Station Great Lakes

17. Where is the home of Air Force Basic Training?Lackland AFB, TX

18. Where is Coast Guard basic training?Coast Guard Training Center Cape May

19. Where is the Army Service College located, and what is it called?West Point, The United States Military Academy

20. At what service college are students referred to as midshipmen, and where is it located?The United States Naval Academy, Annapolis

21. Where is the Air Force Service College located and what is it called?Colorado Springs, The Unite States Air Force Academy

22. What is the Mission of the U.S. Army? To provide necessary forces and capabilities ... in support of the National Security and

DefenseStrategies

23. What is the mission of the U. S Navy?To maintain, train and equip combat-ready naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression and maintaining freedom of the seas

24. What is the mission of the U.S. Marine Corps?The seizure or defense of advanced naval bases and other land operations to support

navalcampaigns; The development of tactics, techniques, and equipment used by amphibious landing forces; and Such other duties as the President may direct

25. What is the mission of the U. S. Air Force?To fly, fight and win in air, space and cyberspace

26. What is the mission of the U. S. Coast Guard?Maritime safety, Maritime security and Maritime Stewardship

27. What are the U.S. Army Core Values?Loyalty Duty Respect Selfless service Honor Integrity Personal courage

28. The Department of the Navy Core Values are? Honor Courage Commitment

29. What are the Air Force Core Values?Integrity First, Service Before Self, Excellence in all we do

30. The U.S. Coast Guard uses what core values?Honor Respect Devotion to Duty

31. The motto for the U.S. Army is?This We’ll Defend

32. What is the motto of the U S Marine Corps?Semper Fidelis

33. What is the motto of the U.S. Air Force?Aim High . . .Fly Fight Win

34. The U.S. Coast Guard Motto is the same as the Coast Guard march, what is it?

Semper Paratus (Always Prepared)

35. What is the appropriate thing to do when you hear a service song?Stand at Attention

36. The United States Army was established when?14 June 1775

37. The United States Marine Corps was established when?10 Nov 1775

38. The United States Navy was established when?13 October 1775

39. The United States Air Force was established when?18 Sep 1947

40. The United States Coast Guard was established when?4 Aug 1790

41. What are the U. S. Army colors?Black and Yellow

42. What are the official Marine Corps colors?Scarlet and Gold

43. What are the official Navy colors?Blue and Yellow

44. What are the official Air Force colors? Ultramarine Blue and Air Force Yellow

45. What are the official Coast Guard colors?White, Orange and Blue

46. What is the Name of the U. S. Army Parachute Team?The U.S. Army Golden Knights

47. What is the name of the U. S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration team?The USAF Thunderbirds

48. What is the name of the U. S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron?The U.S. Navy Blue Angels

49. What is the title of the official Army Song?The Army Goes Rolling Along

50. The title of the official Marine Corps song is?The Marine Corps Hymn

51. What is the name of the official Navy Song also known as the Naval Academy Fight Song?Anchors Aweigh

52. The Air Force Song was originally known as?The Army Air Corps Song

53. Name the first Army Chief of Staff?LT G Samuel B M Young

54. Who was the first Sergeant Major of the Army?Sergeant Major William Wooldridge

55. Name the first Commandant of the Marine Corps?Lt Col William W Burrows

56. Who was the first Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps?Sergeant Major Wilbur Bestwick

57. Who was the first Chief of Naval Operations?Admiral William Benson

58. Who was the first Master Chief Petty officer of the Navy?Delbert Black

59. What was the name of the first Secretary of the Air Force?Stuart Symington

60. Who was the first Chief of Staff for the U.S. Air Force?General Carl Spaatz

61. Name the first Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force?Paul Airey

62. What animal is the mascot of the United States Military Academy?A mule

63. The U.S. Naval Academy has what animal as a mascot?A goat

64. What animal is the official mascot of the USMC?A bulldog

65. What is the official mascot of the United States Air Force Academy?The bird, represented by a Falcon

66. In the United States of America, what is the highest military honor awarded?The Medal of Honor

67. What is the US Army’s second highest military honor? The Distinguished Service Cross

68. What is the US Navy’s second highest Military Honor? The Navy Cross

69. What is the US Air Force’s second highest Military Honor?The Air Force Cross

70. What is the Coast Guard’s second highest military honor? The Coast Guard Cross

71. With the exception of the US Navy what is the most distinctive uniform item worn by individuals who teach recruit training? The campaign hat/campaign cover

72. What is the proper term of address for an Army Basic Training Instructor?Drill Sergeant

73. What is the term of address for a USMC basic training instructor?Drill Instructor (DI)

74. What title do both the Coast Guard and the Navy use for their basic training instructors?Company Commander

75. What is the official duty title of an Air Force Basic Training Instructor?(Military) Training Instructor (TI)

76. The US Army’s US 3rd Infantry Regiment is known as what?The US Army Old Guard

77. What must anyone who wants to be an officer in the U.S. military have?A bachelor’s degree

78. Who is the first Air Force female 4 Star General?General Janet Wolfenbarger

79. Who was the Air Force’s first female general officer?Major General Jeanne Holm

80. Who was the first female to enlist in the US Air Force?Esther Blake

81. What is the official emblem of the USMC?The eagle, globe and anchor

82. What weapon does the U.S. A.F. Honor Guard use?M1 Garand

83. Who is the most junior enlisted Air Force member to receive the Medal of Honor?A1C William Pitsenbarger, he was 22 at the time

84. What is the only branch of the U. S. Armed Forces that does not have warrant officers?Air Force

85. Who is the highest ranking enlisted Air Force member to receive the Medal of Honor?Chief Master Sgt. Richard L. Etchberger

86. How many Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force have there been?17

87. How many Marines have held the title Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps?17

88. The Position of Sergeant Major of the Army has been filled by how many soldiers?14

89. What is the current number of personnel who have been Master Chief Petty officer of the Navy?13

90. How many Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard have there been? 11

91. What is the name of the U.S. Army Main Battle Tank?M-1 Abrams

92. Right and left are referred to as what in the Navy? Starboard and port

93. What is a sortie? An aerial mission

94. Who is Chesty Puller?Only Marine to be awarded the Navy Cross five times

AZ-862 DRILL TEAM1. For Navy unarmed drill what command is given after Hand Salute?

Ready Two

2. In unarmed drill the Air Force uses the command Present Arms, what is the Navy equivalent?Hand Salute

3. What does the torch inside of the cadet enlisted chevron represent?The torch of knowledge

4. What is the mission of AFJROTC?“To develop citizens of character, dedicated to serving their nation and community.”

5. What year did females officially count in AFJROTC?1972

6. Where is your dress during exhibition drill?To the right

7. Where is HQ AFJROTC located? Maxwell AFB, AL

8. What is the maximum grade you can enlist as, with 3 or 4 years of JROTC?E-3 in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard. E-2 in the U.S. Marine Corps

9. What aircraft is depicted on the AZ-862 unit patch?F-22 Raptor

10. Who is responsible for training, resources and management of the drill team?The Drill Team Commander

11. How do you execute a left twisty while marching?On the command of execution step forward with the left foot, in a rearward sweeping

motion pivot, 270° to the right, step off with the right foot

12. What principles guide an AZ-862 Drill Team MemberIntegrity, discipline fairness, and tenacity.

13. How does a drill team member earn their beret?After placing in a drill meet

14. What is the drill team beret?Symbol of honor, service, and excellence in regulation and exhibition drill.

15. What does a drill team pledge to strive for?For perfection and reject mediocrity both in my personal behavior and in the performance

of the team

16. How do you execute a right rear twisty?On the command of execution step to the right side with the right foot, in a rearward

sweeping motionpivot 180° to the left, step off with the left foot

17. How does a drill team member earn the drill team ribbon, cord, or letter?

Compete in 75% of all drill meets in an academic year

18. What is a blind toss?A weapon throw where the thrower is facing the opposite direction of the intended

receiver

19. What factors are used to score exhibition drill?Degree of difficulty, use of floor space, precision and timing

20. What is high secure?Modified right shoulder arms, the weapon is held at a 90° angle to the ground tight and

high in theShoulder

21. Describe ceremonial parade rest with arms?Weapon is at a 45° angle across the front of the body, left hand is over right hand at wrist,

head is down

22. What is a Michael Jackson?An about face executed by moving the left foot forward and slight to the right of the right

foot

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