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Fm 7-22.7 Appendix A |
Sergeant's Time Training |
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Fm 6-22 |
Developmental counseling |
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AR 600-8-22 |
Military Awards |
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AR 600-8-19 |
Enlisted Promotions and Reductions |
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What is the 2nd highest award for valor? |
Distinguished flying cross |
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What form is used to recommend an award? |
DA form 638 |
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What is De facto status? |
Promotion correction and allowed to keep pay |
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In order to be effective counselors, Army leaders must demonstrate what 5 qualities? |
Respect for subordinates, self-awareness, cultural awareness, empathy,credibility |
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What are the 4 stages to counseling? |
Identify the need, prepare, conduct, follow up |
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How would you summarize the difference between the 3 approaches to counseling? |
the degree to which the subordinate participates |
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Who established the award of the purple heart? |
General George Washington, 7 Aug 1782 |
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What civilian medal is the civilian equivalent to the Purple Heart? |
The Defense of freedom medal(DOFM) |
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Who may recommend someone for an award? |
Anyone |
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What are the 4 steps when conducting counseling? |
Open, discuss, plan and close |
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How many hours per week will be dedicated to STT? |
5 |
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Who are the primary leaders of STT? |
First line leaders |
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What 3 words are inscribed on the front of the Good conduct medal? |
Efficiency, Honor and Fidelity |
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What words are inscribed on the reverse side of the Good conduct medal? |
For Good conduct |
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What words are inscribed on the reverse side of an AAM and ARCOM? |
For Military Achievement// For Military Merit |
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In what regulation can you find information about the various civilian Awards? |
AR 672-20 |
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What is the time frame to process recommended decorations? |
Within 60 days |
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How should recommendations for awards be submitted? |
Typed during peace time, Hand written during wartime |
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Is a promotion board required in order to be promoted to SGT or SSG? |
No |
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For promotion, how old should the weapons qualification score be? |
No older than 24 months |
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What is the maximum number of promotion points available through the APFT? |
SGT-160 points |
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What does TIMIG stand for? TIS? |
Time in grade/ Time in service |
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What date is used for determining TIS for promotion? |
Basic active service date(BASD) |
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How many zones are there for promotion to SGT and SSG? |
2; primary and secondary |
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What is the word inscribed on the suspension bar of the medal of Honor? |
Valor |
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Who's profile is on the Medal of Honor? |
Minerva, Roman Goddess of wisdom and war |
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Who's profile is on the Purple Heart? |
George Washington |
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How many AAMs are you awarded before getting a silver oak leaf cluster? |
6 AAMs = 1 Silver oak leaf |
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What is the maximum number of oak leaf clusters authorized on any given ribbon? |
4 |
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What is STT not intended to do? |
Complete 350-1 |
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Who is in charge of the UPL program? |
Battalion Commander |
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What is an ERB? |
Enlisted Record Brief |
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Who has the authority to administratively reduce soldiers in the grades E-2 through E-9? |
E-2 through E-4: Company commander or higher E-5 through E-6: Battalion commander or higher E-7 through E-9: Brigade commander or higher |
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What does AR 600-8-22 cover? |
Military Awards |
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What AR covers Military Awards? |
AR 600-8-22 |
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What does AR 600-8-19 cover? |
Enlisted Promotions and Reductions |
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What AR covers Enlisted promotions and reductions? |
AR 600-8-19 |
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What is meant by Valor? |
Heroism performed under combat conditions |
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What is meant by the phrase "above and beyond the call of duty"? |
Acceptance of existing danger or extraordinary responsibility with praise worthy fortitude, courage which is not rule as expected |
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How many stars are in the blue silk shield from which the Medal of Honor is suspended? |
13 |
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What are the zone TIS and TIMIG requirements to be promoted to SGT? |
Primary: 36 months TIS, 8 months TIMIG Secondary: 18 months TIS, 6 months TIMIG |
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What are the TIS and TIMIG requirements to be promoted to SSG? |
Primary: 72 months TIS, 10 months TIMIG Secondary: 48 months TIS, 7 months TIMIG |
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What form is used as a worksheet for computing promotion points? |
DA form 3355 |
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What is FM 7-22.7 Appendix A? |
Sergeant's time training |
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What FM covers Sergeant's time training? |
FM 7-22.7 Appendix A |
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What are the 3 principle ways that leaders have to develop others? |
counseling, coaching and mentoring |
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What are the 3 types of counseling? |
Event oriented, Performance based, Professional growth |
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What ribbon is awarded to members of the US Army for successful completion of initial entry training? |
Army Service Ribbon |
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What is the only decoration authorized a neck ribbon? |
Medal of honor |
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How many different weapons are authorized component bars? |
19 |
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What does TPU stand for? |
Trained, Needs practice and Untrained |
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How does the Purple Heart differ from other decorations? |
It is not recommended, it is entitled when a certain set of criteria is met |
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What is the highest award given by the Army in times of war? |
Medal of honor |
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What does FM 6-22 cover? |
Developmental counseling |
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What AR covers Developmental counseling? |
FM 6-22 |
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What are the 3 levels of promotions and who has promotion authority? |
Unit level:SPC/CPL and below, Company Semi-centralized: SGT/SSG, Battalion & Brigade DA centralized: SFC and above, USA HRC |
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What does NCOES stand for? |
Noncommissioned Officer Education System |
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What are the NCOES requirements for promotion? |
SGT-BLC SSG-ALC SFC-SLC MSG-MLC SGM-USASMC |
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What is engraved on the reverse side of the Medal of Honor? |
Name, rank and organization of the awardee |
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What is engraved on the reverse side of all other decorations, the POW medal and the Good conduct medal? |
The name of the awardee only |
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Who besides MOH recipients, satisfies the requirement for extraordinary heroism? |
Any awardee of the Distinguished service cross, Navy cross, or Airforce cross |
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Individual awards are grouped into what 6 categories? |
Decorations, Good conduct medal, Campaign and service medals, Service ribbons, Badges and tabs, Certificates and letters |
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What is a decoration? |
A ribbon, badge or award bestowed upon an individual for a specific act of gallantry of service |
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What are the 4 techniques used during the non directive or combined approaches to counseling? |
Suggesting alternatives, recommending, persuading and advising |
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What are the 2 counseling techniques used during the directive approach to counseling? |
Corrective training and commanding |
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What form is used for counseling? |
DA form 4856 |
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What are the 5 key characteristics of an effective counseling? |
purpose/flexibility/respect/communication/support |
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What are the 3 approaches to counseling? |
Directive/nondirective/combined |
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Impairment of soldiers is defined as having a blood alcohol level of what? |
0.05 or higher |
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How much of the Battalion should a random drug test program test? |
4-5% |
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What does AR 608-18 cover? |
Army family advocacy program |
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What AR covers Army family advocacy program? |
AR 608-18 |
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What does MWR stand for? |
Military morale, welfare, and recreation |
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For ASAP, when is self-referral no longer an option? |
When a soldier reports to and fails a UA, Stopped by police or MPs and when Command referred |
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What AR covers ASAP? |
AR 600-85 |
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What does ASAP stand for? |
Army Substance abuse program |
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All ASAP referrals are accomplished using what form? |
DA form 8003 |
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What does AR 608-47 cover? |
Family action plan program |
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What AR covers Family action plan program? |
AR 608-47 |
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Describe ASAP |
Combines deterrence, prevention, ID, and rehabilitation to strengthen overall fitness and effectiveness in the army |
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What are the 2 overarching tenets of ASAP? |
Prevention and treatment |
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What does AR 930-4 cover? |
Army emergency relief(AER) |
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What AR overs AER? |
AR 930-4 |
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How much does TA pay? |
100% total cost of tuition and fees not to exceed $250 per semester and $4500 per year |
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Soldiers must serve how many years to receive MGLB benefits? |
2 |
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What is AER? |
Army emergency relief |
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A urine sample must contain how many milliliters of urine to be a void? |
30 |
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What are the 6 methods of identification in ASAP? |
voluntary/drug testing/alcohol testing/command/medical/investigation |
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What does AR 621-5 cover? |
Army continuing education system |
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What AR covers Army continuing education system? |
AR 621-5 |
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What does ACES stand for? |
Army Continuing Education System |
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Who is eligible for Tuition assistance? |
all active duty soldiers and soldiers in AGR status |
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In order to continue receiving TA soldiers must maintain an acedemic grade point average of what? |
2.0 or higher |
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What does AR 600-85 cover? |
ASAP |
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What AR covers ASAP? |
AR 600-85 |
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What does AR 930-5 cover? |
American national red cross service program |
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What AR covers American National Red Cross Service Program? |
AR 930-5 |
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What are the specific ways for drug and alcohol testing? |
UA - Drug Breathalyzer/blood - alcohol |
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When are Soldiers required sponsorship? |
First PCS move after AIT; the rest are optional |
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What form is used for sponsorship requirements for gaining commands? |
DA form 5434 |
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Company Commanders are required to refer soldiers for ASAP evaluation withing ___ days of failing a UA? |
5 |
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What is a UPL? |
Unit Prevention Leader |
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What is the minimum rank of a UPL? |
E-5 |
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What does AR 608-1 cover? |
Army Community Service (ACS) |
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What AR Covers Army Community Service? |
AR 608-1 |
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What does ACS stand for? |
Army Community Service |
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Whad does AFAP stand for? |
Army Family Action Plan |
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Name some programs/services that fall under MWR? |
Outdoor recreation, club meade, bowling ally, skill center, library, boss, Physical fitness centers |
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What is the Army QOLP? |
Quality of life program |
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What program provides a mechanism for all individuals to identify quality of life concerns?
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Army Family Action Plan Program (AFAP)
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What is the purpose of the American Red Cross?
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medium of communication between armed forces and family members; providing disaster relief mitigation
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The Red Cross symbol is sometimes referred to as what?
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The Geneva Cross
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How is the Red Cross primarily Staffed?
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has paid employees but the majority are volunteers
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What does AR 215-1 cover?
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Military Morale, Welfare, and Recration Programs (MWR)
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What AR covers Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs?
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AR 215-1
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What does AR 600-8-8 cover? |
Total Army sponsorship program |
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What AR covers Total Army Sponsorship Program?
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AR 600-8-8 |
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What are some of the services provided by ACS that fall under "Soldier and family Readiness"?
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Emergency family Assistance
Family Advacacy Program Transition Compensation for abused dependents Emergency placement care service EFMP Army Family Action Plan Program (AFAP) Army Family Team Building Program Outreach Services |
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Why does AER exist?
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helping the army takes care of it's own; financial assistance
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What other organization does the AER coordinate closely with? |
The American Red Cross |
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What types of assistance does AER provide? |
Loans (interest free) Grants (if repayment causes hardship) |
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What are the general rules for sponsors? |
equal or higher grade same gender, marital status, Familiar with unit/post |
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What form is completed on arrival about the sponsorship program? |
Da form 7274 |
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What does the ACS symbol represent? |
Heart - giving // cross - help // gyroscope - stability |
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What is the motto of ACS? |
self-help, service and stability |
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What does AR 608-18 cover? |
Army Family Advocacy Program |
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What is METL? What is it for? |
Mission Essential Task List: Drives what needs to be accomplished for a mission |
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What are the Battalion METLs? |
Signals Inteligence OCO DCO Mission Command |
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Difference between Judicial and non-judicial? |
non-judicial punishment permits discipline without a court-martial |
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Difference between punitive and non-punitive? |
Punitive is punishable under UCMJ |
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What are the key characteristics of the army profession? |
Trust / Honorable Service / Military Expertise / Esprit De Corp / Stewardship |
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What does ADP 1-0 cover? |
The Army Profession |
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What ADP covers the Army Profession |
ADP 1-0 |
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What are the army's 3 strategic roles? |
prevent, shape, and win |
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Where does the Army derive it's mission? |
congress and laws governing the land |
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What are the 5 main paragraphs of an OPORD? |
S - Situational M - Mission E - Execution S - Signals C - Command |
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What does FM 3-22.9 cover? |
Rifle marksmanship
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What does TC 3-25.26 cover? |
map reading and land navigation |
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Brigade Breakdown |
781st - NMF 4NMTs: 64 alloted 5 NSTS: 39 alloted 3CPTs: 39 alloted 782nd CMF non-NMF CSTs and CMTs |
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What does AR 600-9 cover? |
ABCP |
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What AR covers ABCP? |
AR 600-9 |
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What does ABCP stand for? |
Army Body Composition Program |
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Discharges can be the result of administrative action or judicial action and may be divided in what five types? |
Honorable Under Other than Honorable Conditions General Bad conduct dishonorable |
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What does ARFORGEN stand for? |
Army Force Generation |
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What does NCOER stand for? |
Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation Report |
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What form is used for the NCOER? |
DA form 2116-9-1 (SGT) |
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What are the different types of evaluation reports that a soldier may receive? |
Mandatory Optional |
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What form is used for NCOER counseling? |
DA form 2166-9-1A |
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What two/four options does a rater have when rating an NCOs performance? |
(SSG/CSM) Far Exceeds//Exceeds/Meets standards/Does not meet // (SGT) Meets standards/Does not meet |
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The goal of counseling is to bring all NCOs to which level? |
Meets Standards |
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What are the two classifications of Article 15 proceedings? |
Summarized (informal) // Formal |
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What are the three types of formal Article 15 proceedings? |
Company // Field // Summarized |
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What is considered a field grade article 15? |
An Article 15 imposed by an O-4 or higher |
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What does Fm 7-22 cover? |
Physical Readiness Training (PRT) |
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What Fm covers Physical Readiness Training? |
Fm 7-22 |
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What is an OIL brief? |
Observations, insights, and lessons learned |
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What is the primary purpose of PRT? |
to enhance combat readiness and leadership effectiveness |
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What is an ISOPREP? |
Isolated persons report |
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What policies does the commander have? |
EO, SHARP, PRT, FRG |
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What activities should a soldier NOT do when walking? |
Eat, drink or talk on the phone |
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What is RCP? |
Retention Control point |
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What is the RCP for a SPC non-promotable? |
8 years |
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After a soldier fails HT/WT and the tape test, what 3 things must happen? |
1.Will be provided exercise guidance, dietary information or weight reduction counseling by health care personnel, and assistance in behavioral modification, as appropriate, to help them attain the requirements of the Army.
2.Entered into weight control program by unit commanders
3.Flagged by the Commander under the provisions of AR 600-9 |
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What are the 4 phases of PRT? |
Initial conditioning, toughening, sustaining, reconditioning |
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How many hours for MOVSM? |
500 |
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How many component bars on the marksmanship badge are authorized? |
19 |
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What are the four authorized rest commands that can be given? |
Rest Parade rest At ease Stand at ease |
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What must happen after STT? |
AAR |
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What form is used to request a sponsor? |
DA form 5434 |
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Who authorized the publishing of the code of conduct? |
President Dwight D Eisenhower, August 17, 1955 |
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What is the code of conduct and what is it's purpose? |
Set of rules that outline basic responsibilities and obligations of all members of the armed forces of the United States during times of conflict |
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The code of conduct has how many articles? |
6 articles |
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What are some authorized 90-day reports? |
Annual report // change of rater report // failed promotion selection report // change of duty report |
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What does IPERMS stand for? |
Personnel Electronic Records Management System, Internet |
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What does OMPF stand for? |
Official Military Personnel file |
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What are Articles 77 - 134 of the UCMJ known as? |
Punitive Articles |
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What are known as the punitive articles? |
Articles 77-134 |
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How many total articles are in the UCMJ? |
158, 146 Articles and 12 sub categorized articles |
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What is the UCMJ equivalent to the Miranda rights? |
Article 31 |
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What does Article 31 in the UCMJ cover? |
Soldiers rights |
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How many total punitive articles are there? |
65, 58 articles 7 sub categorized articles |
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What is known as the General Article in the UCMJ? |
Article 134, It covers any offenses not covered by any other article in the UCMJ |
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What are the 3 types of court - martials? |
summary // special // general |
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What do the letters MCM stand for? |
Manual for courts - martial |
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What is METT-TC? |
Mission//Enemy//Terrain and weather//Troops and support//Time//Civilian considerations |
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What does AR 623-3 cover? |
Evaluating reporting system, NCOERs |
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What AR covers NCOERs? |
AR 623-3 |
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All PRT sessions should consist of what elements? |
Preperation Drill // Exercise or Activities // Recovery Drill |
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Once a profile is lifted, how much time should soldiers be given be administering the APFT? |
Twice the length, not to exceed 90 days |
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What are the 5 exercises that comprise the recovery drill? |
Over head arm pull // rear lunge // extent and flex // thigh stretch // single leg over |
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What are the 10 exercises make up the preparatory drill? |
Bend and reach//Rear lunge//High jumper//Rower//Squat bender//Windmill//Forward lunge//Prone row//Bent leg body twist//Pushup |
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What is the first article of the code of conduct? |
I am an American, fighting in the forces, which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense. |
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What information are you authorized to give under Geneva Convention Rules? |
Name, rank, service number, date of birth |
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Prisoners should be seperated into what groups? |
Officers, NCOs, enlisted, civilians, females |
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What is AR 27-10? |
Military Justice, UCMJ |
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What AR covers military justice? |
AR 27-10 |
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What are the commands given to assume and reassemble the extended rectangular formation? |
Extend to the left, MARCH // Arms downward, MOVE // Left, FACE // Extend to the left, MARCH // Arms downward, MOVE // Right, FACE // From front to rear, COUNT OFF // Even numbers to the left, UNCOVER. ///// Assemble to the right, MARCH. |
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What does PRT Stand for? |
Physical Readiness Training |
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What does TC 3-21.5 cover? |
Drill and ceremony |
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What AR covers Drill and Ceremony? |
TC 3-21.5 |
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What are the 4 phases of PRT? |
Initial Conditioning // Toughening // Sustaining // Reconditioning |
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What TC is dedicated to Army Combatives Training? |
TC 3-25.150 |
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What is a "rating Chain"? |
The rated individuals rating officials as published on the rating scheme; chain of supervisors who provide counseling and performance evaluation |
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Describe the rating chain for NCOs. |
rated NCO, Rater, Senior rater and reviewer |
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What is a "raiting Scheme"? |
Publication in writing of a rated individual's rating chain |
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What AR covers NCODP? |
AR 350-1 |
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What does NCOPD stand for? |
Noncommissioned officer professional development |
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What are the four basic elements of the operations process? |
plan, prepare, execute, access |
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What are the 5 S's if you capture a prisoner? |
Search // Silence // Segregate // Speed // Safeguard |
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What should prisoners be searched for? |
Hidden weapons and documents of military intelligence value |
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The ARFORGEN operational readiness cycle consists of what 3 force pools? |
reset, train-ready, and available |
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What does AR 350-30 cover? |
code of conduct |
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What AR covers the code of conduct |
AR 350-30 |
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What does MACP stand for? |
Modern Army Combatives Program |
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How many levels of training are there in MACP? |
4 |
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Result of the APFT are recorded on what form? |
DA form 705 (Physical fitness test scorecard) |
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What does APFT stand for? |
Army Physical Fitness Test |
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The APFT consists of what events? |
Push-ups // Sit-ups // 2-mile run |
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What are the approved aerobic events for the APFT? |
2-mile run // 800-yard swim // 6.2-mile cycle // 2.5 -mile walk |
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What does ABCP stand for? |
The Army Body Composition Program |
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How often should soldiers be weighed? |
At least every 6 months |
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What is the required weight loss goal for soldiers in the ABCP? |
3-8 pounds or 1% body fat per month |
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How often should soldiers on the ABC program be weighed? |
Monthly to measure progress |
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What does ADP 7-0 cover? |
Training Units and Developing Leaders |
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What ADP cover Training Units and Developing Leaders? |
ADP 7-0 |
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What does ADP 5-0 cover? |
Army operations process |
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What covers the Army operations process? |
ADP 5-0 |
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What are the 5 parts of the NCOER? |
1. administrative data 2. authentication 3. duty description (rate) 4. army values, attributes, skills, actions (rater) 5. overall performance and potential (rater and senior rater) |
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In what army regulation will you find information regarding separations, discharges and characterizations of services? |
AR 635-200 |
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What is the "UCMJ"? |
The Uniform Code of military Justice - statute that prescribes criminal law of soldiers |
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How many TOTAL articles are there in the UCMJ? |
158 |
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The UCMJ is comprised of how many punitieve articles? |
65 |
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The calisthenic exercises of the preparation drill should be preformed in order. What are they? |
Bend and reach // rear lunge // high jumper // rower // squat bender // windmill // forward lunge // prone row // bent leg body twist // push-ups {Be Right Here Real Soon, We Found Privates Behind Pop-eye's} |
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What does article 31 of the UCMJ cover? |
Soldiers rights to self-incrimination |
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What is SERE? |
Survive, Evade, Resist, Escape |
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When is the best time to escape? |
A soon as possible |
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What is the goal of NCODP? |
to increase and sustain NCO combat readiness |
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What are the 3 main training domains the Army Uses? |
institional, operational, self-development |
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What is ITE? |
Integrated training environment |
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What are the Army's principles of leader development? |
Lead by example // develop subordinate leaders // create a learning environment for subordinate leaders // train leaders in the art and science of mission command // train to develop adaptive leaders //Train leaders to think critically and creatively // train your leaders to know their subordinates and their families |
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AARs are to identify what 2 things? |
sustains and improves |
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What are the 11 principles of Army Unit training? |
1. conduct multi-echelon and concurrent taining 2. commanders and other leaders are resposible for training 3. noncommissioned officers train individuals, crews, and small teams 4. train to standard 5. train as you will fight 6. train while operating 7. train fundamentals first 8. train to develop adaptability 9. understand the operational environment 10. train to sustain 11. train to maintain |
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Define Battle Rhythm |
Deliberate daily cycle of command, staff, and unit activities intended to synchronize current and future operation |
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What are the 3 methods of instructions used to teach drill soldiers? |
step by step, talk-through, and by the numbers |
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Marching movements are taught using which of the above methods? |
step by step |
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What insignia should be displayed, centered on the flash of the beret? |
Officers: insignia of grade, chaplains wear branch insignia enlisted: Dui or RDI |
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Describe the correct placement of insignia on the front of the patrol cap? |
Centered on the front, left to right, top or bottom |
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What is a DUI? |
Distinctive Unit Insignia |
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What is quick time cadence? |
120 steps per minute |
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What is double time cadence? |
180 steps per minute |
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What is the normal length of step in marching? |
30-inches |
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Describe the standard for grooming sideburns? |
neatly trimmed, horizontal line, does not extend past the exterior of the ear opening |
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Describe the standard for shaving. |
clean-shaven when in uniform or in civilian clothes while on duty |
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Mustashes are permitted. What is the Grooming standard? |
neatly trimmed, tapered, and tidy. No portion will cover the upper lip line or extend sideways beyond a verticle line from the corners of the mouth |
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When is a soldier authorized to salute with the left hand? |
while carrying the guidon, not in formation; move the left hand sharply across the body to a position so that the first joint of the forefinger is touching the staff |
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In what TC would you be able to find information on saluting with the guidon? |
TC 3-21.5 Appendix H |
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What AR establishes FRG? |
AR 600-20 |
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What form is used for formal complaints? |
DA form 7279 |
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What does DEOMI stand for? |
Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute - 15 week EO advisor course |
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Mandatory unit EO training must be conducted at least how often? |
Quarterly |
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What is the best posture for giving commands? |
position of attention |
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what two commands may be given to call a unit or individuals to the position of attention? |
fall in // attention |
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what are the 4 rest positions at the halt? |
parade rest, stand at ease, at ease, rest |
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what is meant by "equal opportunity" in the Army? |
fair treatment for all persons based soley on merit, fitness, and capability |
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Who is the EO officer of your company? |
unit commander |
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What event symbolized the end of the cold war? |
the dismantling of the Berlin Wall in 1989 |
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what event sparked the "War on Terrorism"? |
Terrorists of the Al-Qaeda network attacked the United States on September 11, 2001 |
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What Muslim leader was believed to be the mastermind behind the September 11 attacks? |
Osama bin Laden |
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When and where was the first atomic bomb dropped on Japan? |
August 6, 1945 Hiroshima |
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When and where was the second atomic bomb dropped on Japan? |
August 9 1945, Nagasaki |
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There were 2 atomic bombs authorized to be dropped on Japan, When and where were they dropped? |
Hiroshima, Aug 6 1945 Nagasaki, Aug 9 1945 |
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When did Japan attack Pearl Harbor? |
Dec 7, 1941 |
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Within two years after the end of WWII the United States found itself in a long term global struggle of power ideology against the Soviet Union and international communism. What was this "struggle" called? |
The "Cold War" |
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What does SHARP stand for? |
Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention |
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The birth of our nation began with the signing of an important document. What was this document and what was the date? |
The Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776 |
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What date is considered the beginning of the U.S. Army |
June 14, 1775 |
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When was the wear out date of the Army dress greens? |
Oct 1, 2015 |
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How does the Army define "extremist organization"? |
Advocate racial, gender, or ethnic hatred or intolerance; advocate, create, or engage in illegal discrimination based on race, color, gender, religion, or national origin; advocate the use of force or violence or unlawful means to deprive individuals of their rights |
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Fraternization is punishable under what Articles of the UCMJ? |
Article 92 / Article 134 |
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What does ACU stand for? |
Army Combat Uniform |
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What is ASU? |
Army Service Uniform |
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Who will be required to wear trousers with gold braid sewn on the outside seam of each trouser leg on the ASU? |
Officers and enlisted soldiers (CPL and above) |
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What is the Army's policy on the wearing of jewelry? |
Soldiers may wear a wristwatch, identification bracelet, and two rings |
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Can soldiers have a pen or pencil exposed on the uniform? |
Yes, pens/pencils worn in the slots on the ACU may be exposed; there is no stipulation on colors that must be used |
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What is the Army policy concerning the wearing of ID tags? |
Wear ID tags at all times when in the field, aircraft, and oconus, around the neck except when safety considerations apply |
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What commands are used to align a squad at normal interval? |
Dress right, Dress; Ready Front |
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What two commands are used to align a squad in column? |
Cover // recover |
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A squad can only be dismissed with members at what position? |
position of attention |
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What are the five techniquest to deal with sexual harassment? |
Direct // Indirect // Third Party // Chain of Command // Filling a formal Complaint |
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what does SARC stand for? |
Sexual Assault Response Coordinator |
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What is meant by "gig line"? |
Verticle alignment of the shirt edge, front fly opening and outside edge of the belt buckle |
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Describe the proper wear of the brass-tip waist belt? |
The belt is worn so that the tipped end passes through the buckle to the wear's left for males, and right for females |
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Describe the issue specifications for combat boots? |
The issue boot is made of tan, rough-side-out, cattlehide leather, with a plain toe and tan rubber outsoles |
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What are the three branches of government? |
legislative // judicial // executive |
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On what date was the Army flag dedicated? |
June 14, 1775 |
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Who was the only female recipient of the Medal of Honor? |
Dr. Mary E. Walker in 1865 |
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What are the eight steps of TLPs? |
1. Receive mission 2. issue a warno 3. make a tentative plan 4. initiate movement 5. conduct reconnaissance 6. complete the plan 7. issue the order 8. supervise and refine the plan |
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What are the four activities are associated with the operations process? |
plan, execute, prepare, and asses |
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What are the five categories of badges authorized for wear on Army uniforms? |
marksmanship badges/tabs // combat and special skills badges/tabs // identification badges // foreign badges |
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What are the three authorized marksmanship qualification badges? |
expert, sharpshooter, and marksman |
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How many foreign badges may be worn at one time? |
one |
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What do the letters WMD stand for? |
Weapons of mass destruction |
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When was our constitution adopted? |
September 17, 1787 - ratified June 21, 1788 |
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What are the first ten amendments called? |
The bill of rights |
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Who is the final approving authority on a Bar to reenlist? |
commander who is one higher level then the initiating Authority |
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What are the 6 mission variables? |
METT-TCMission // Enemy // Terrain // Troops // Time // Civilians |
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The revolutionary war officially ended on what date? |
September 3, 1783 |
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The United States was initially governed by what document? What replaced this? |
The Articles of Confederation, Replaced by the Constitution |
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When was the UCMJ enacted and by who? |
1950 by congress, it replaced the articles of war |
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What issue, perhaps more than any other, led to the outbreak of the American Civil War? |
Slavery |
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What war, formally referred to as a "conflict", has sometimes been referred to as "the forgotten war"? |
The Korean War |
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When did the Korean Conflict End? |
July 27, 1953 |
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When, and with what event, did women achieve full military status? |
With the creation of the Women's Army Corps (WAC) in 1943 |
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What are the movements of each squad in platoon formation on the command open ranks, march? Close ranks, march? |
first: two 30-inch steps forward; four 15-inch steps backwards second: one 30-inch step forward; two 15-inch steps backwards third: stand fast; stand fast Fourth: two 15-inch steps backward; one 30-inch step forward |
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What is a guidon? |
Company, Battery, or troop identification that is present at all unit formations |
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From order arms, inspection arms is a ____ count movement |
7 |
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What are the two prescribed formations for a squad? |
line and column |
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What are the 3 types of interval in drill? |
normal, close and double |
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What does TC 3-21.5 cover? |
Drill and Ceremonies |
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What TC covers drill and ceremonies? |
TC 3-21.5 |
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When at a rest position of stand at ease, at ease, or rest, what position should be assumed on the prepatory command for attention? |
Parade rest |
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You may talk in formation only after what command is given? |
rest |
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When marching in formation, who salutes and acknowleges salutes? |
only the person in charge of the formation |
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what are the three different leader competencies within the leadership requirements model? |
Lead // Develop // Achieve |
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How do you define commander? |
person who is assigned to exercise command authority |
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Define Duty? |
Obedient and disciplined performance |
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How do you know how many service stripes to wear? |
one service stripe is authorized for each 3 years of consecutive active federal service |
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Describe how ribbons should be arranged on the uniform |
In order of presedence from wear's right to left; no space or 1/8" between rows; no more than 4 ribbons per row, must contain same number of ribbons before starting a new row; top row is centered or aligned to wearer's left |
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Describe the correct placement of the ribbons of the uniform? |
male - 1/8" above left breast pocket female - centered left side, bottom parrallel with name plate |
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Who is the only person who performs as both a member of the chain of command and the NCO support channel? |
Section, squad, or team member |
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What are the three formal channels of communication in the Army? |
Chain of command NCO support Channel Staff and Technical Channels |
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What does AR 601-280 cover? |
Army Retention Program |
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What AR covers the Army retention program? |
AR 601-280 |
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Describe the NCO support channel. |
begins with the CSM and ends with section, squad, or team leader |
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What is meant by the term "chain of command"? |
succession of commanders, superior to subordinate, through which command is exercised |
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What is the difference between a CCIR and EEFI? |
CCIR: Commanders Critical Information Requirements, focuses on commanders needs. EEFI: Essential Elements of friendly Information, information to be protected |
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When it comes to optimizing the available planning time, commanders should follow the "one-third, two-thirds rule. What is this? |
one-third of their time to plannning, and remaining two-thirds allocated to subordinates |
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What are the key elements of command? |
authority and responsibility |
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Who is the only civilian authorized to exercise command in the military? |
the president of the united states |
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Leadership involves a minimum of two components. What are they? |
leaders and followers |
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What are the three different levels of leadership? |
Direct // Organizational // Strategic |
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What are the different methods of influences? |
Pressure // Legitimating // Exchange // Personal appeals // collaberation // rational persuasion // apprising // inspiration appeals // participation |
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Can you wear all or parts of the IPFU with civilian when off the instillation? |
Yes, when authorized by the commander |
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What is the only insignia authorized for wear on the IPFU? |
The physical fitness badge |
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Can the T-shirt be worn ofside of the trunks when wearing the IPFU? |
Only if you are pregnant |
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What is leadership? |
Providing purpose, direction, and motivation to accomplish mission and improve organization |
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Who is an Army Leader? |
Anyone in the army who by assumed roled or assigned responsibility inspires or influences others |
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The most challenging enemies come in what two forms? |
nonstate and nation-state |
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What is the only medal that does not have a mimature? |
the meadal of honor |
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How many forragers, lanyards, aiguillettes, or cords are authorized for wear on each shoulder? |
one |
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What are the only tabs authorized for permanent wear on the uniform? |
sapper, ranger, special forces, and presidents hundred |
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What is the minimum number of years that a soldier must reenlist for a SRB? |
3 years |
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What is a bar to reenlistment? |
procedures taken to deny reenlistment to substandard soldiers |
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How often is a bar to reenlistment reviewed? |
every 3 months and 30 days prior to PCS/ETS |
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What does FM 1-20 cover? |
Military History |
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What Fm covers military history? |
Fm 1-20 |
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What command is used to have soldiers count cadence for stationary movements of two or more counts? |
In cadence |
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What command is given to revoke a preparatory command that has been given? |
As you were |
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What are the four types of commands in drill? |
two part // combined // supplementary // directives |
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What does AR 600-20 cover? |
Army Command Policy |
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What AR covers Army Command Policy? |
AR 600-20 |
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When and by what means was the Medal of Honor established? |
Congress authorized the creation of the Medal of Honor on July 12, 1862 |
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Who was the first recipient of the Medal of Honor? |
Private Jacob Parrott on March 15, 1863 |
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What is the bloodiest war in American History? What is estimated death toll? |
Civil War, 600,000 |
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Who drives the operations process? |
commanders |
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Who should the career counselors report to? |
The CSM |
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What does ADP 5-0 cover? |
The operations process |
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What ADP covers the Operations Process? |
ADP 5-0 |
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The command rear, march is given as what foot strikes the ground? |
right |
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What command is used to march in place? |
mark time, march |
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What are the 3 different leader Attributes withing the leadership requirements model? |
Character // Presence // Intellect |
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Most drill commands have two parts. What are they? |
prepatory command // command of execution |
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To change direction of a unit when marching, the prepatory command an dcommand of execution for each movement are given when which foot strikes the ground? |
given on the foot in the direction of the turn |
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What are the 3 elements of a correctly delivered command? |
Tone, Snap and Cadence |
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What is the location of the Tomb of the Unknowns? |
Arlington National Cemetery |
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On D-day, elements of the 82nd and 101st Airborne divisions parachuted into what region of france? |
Normandy |
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Who was the most decorated soldier of WWII |
Audie Murphy |
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What are the three methodologies Army leaders employ for planning? |
The Army Design Methodology // Military Descision-making Process // Troop Leading Procedures |
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What are the seven steps of the MDMP? |
Receipt of mission // mission analysis // COA development // COA analysis // COA comparison // COA approval // Orders production, dissemination, and transition |
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Army Leaders analyze the operational environment in terms of what two variables? |
operational and mission variables |
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What are the ten elements of operational art? |
end state conditions // center of gravity // descisive points // lines of operation/lines of effort // operational reach // basing // tempo // phasing and transactions // culmination // risk |
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What event sparked the United States into action and the official entry into World War II? |
The Japanese attack on December 7, 1941 on Pearl Harbor and the Philippines |
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June 6, 1944 marked the beginning of the invasion in Europe when General Eisenhowers armies landed in France. What was the day called? |
D-Day |
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On D-day, elements of the 1st, 4th, and 29th Infantry divisions assaulted two beaches in france. What were the code names for these beaches? |
Utah and Omaha |
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What are the 3 classifications of service and utility or field uniforms? |
Class A // Class B // Class C (utilities) |
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What 2 important factors contributing to personal appearance? |
Physical fitness, adherence to weight standards |
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What is the "rule-of-thumb" for the appropriateness of a particular hairstyle when in uniform? Can a soldier dye, tint, or bleach their hair? |
must be neat and conservative, headgear must fit snugly and comfortably; yes, but must choose those that result in natural hair color
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What is the istitute of heraldry? (TIOH) |
Organization responsible for ensuring that heraldic items are manufactured according to government specifications and for approving designs for DUI, RDI, and SSI |
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When did the black beret become standard headgear for all soldiers? |
14-Jun-01 |
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Generally speaking, who is authorized to wear the tan beret? The green beret? The maroon beret? |
Tan - Rangers // Green - Special Forces // Maroon - Airborne |
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Can a soldier reenlist if they are overweight? |
yes, if medical condition or receive waiver |
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How many months out can a soldier reenlist? |
within 12 months of ETS |
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What is a SRB? |
Selective reenlistment bonus |
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What does ADP 6-22 cover? |
Army Leadership |
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What ADP covers Army Leadership? |
ADP 6-22 |
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Are soldiers authorized to wear bluetooth devices or non-wireless earpieced while wearing army uniforms? |
No, wear is prohibited except while operating commercial or military vehicle |
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What is the army policy about putting hands in pockets while in uniform? |
Soldiers will not put their hands in their pockets except to retrieve objects |
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Are soldiers authorized to wear a combination of civilian and military clothing? |
No |
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What are the 3 categories of sexual harassment? |
verbal, nonverbal and physical |
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What are the 2 types of sexual harassment? |
quid pro quo // hostile environment |
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What does SAPR stand for? |
Sexual Assult Prevention and Response Program |
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How does Command Support the NCO support channel? |
punishing those who challenge a sergeant's authority |
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What is the purpose of FRG? |
provide information, referal assistance and mutual support |
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What does UVA stand for? |
Unit victim advocate |
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What is EFMP? |
Exceptional Family member program - mandatory enrollment program for those family members who require special medical or education services |
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What AR covers the Army Equal Opertunity program? |
AR 600-20 |
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What does the command Dismissed mean? |
terminates the formation, not the duty day |
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What command is used when a first sergeant wishes to get an accountability of all members of his company? |
receive report |
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What command is used when a platoon sergeant wishes to get an accountability of all members of his formation? |
report |
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what is retention control point? |
point at which you are stagnet and can be separated in your rank |
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What are the retention control points for the ranks of SGT and below? |
E1 - E3 : 3 years // E4 : 8 years // E4(P) - E5 : 12 years |
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What is the Army policy for the use of hair-holding devices while in uniform? |
must be plain and either clear or of a color as close to the soldier's hair as is possible |
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What is the policy concerning the grooming of fingernails for all personnel? |
Clean and neatly trimmed. Males will not extend past the pingertips. Females will not exceed 1/4 past the fingertips |
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What is the Army's policy regarding tattoos? |
Tattoos or brands that are extremist, indecent, sexist, or racist are prohibited |
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The black bow tie has square ends that should not be more than ___" wide? |
2 1/2" |
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Describe the proper wear of the black four-in-hand necktie for male soldiers? |
personnel may wear windsor, half windsor, and four-in-hand knot. Tie should not be shorter than 2" above the buckle and does not extend past the bottom of the buckle |
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What are the limitations on the heel hight of female dress and service pumps? |
must be 1/2", but no more than 3" sole thickness will not exceed 1/2" |
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What does AR 670-1 cover? |
Wear and Appearance of the Uniform and Insignia |
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What AR covers the wear and appearance of the Uniform and Insigma? |
AR 670-1 |
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How many hours for MOVSM? |
500 hours |
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Awards & Decorations |
AR 600–8–22 |
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How does a purple heart differ from other decorations? |
The individual is not recommended for it, they are entitled to it based on certain criteria |
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What is engraved on the front of the Purple Heart? |
George Washington’s face |
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Max # of oak leaf clusters authorized on a single ribbon? |
4 |
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What is an award? |
A decoration, medal, badge or ribbon bestowed upon a unit or individual |
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What is a decoration? |
An award given to an individual for a specific act of gallantry of service |
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What is the highest award given by the Army in a time of war? |
Medal of Honor |
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What is engraved on the reverse of the MOH? |
Name, grade & organization of awardee |
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Who is the approving authority on the MOH & who awards it? |
Congress approves and the President awards it |
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“V” devices are authorized to wear on what decorations? |
Distinguished Flying Cross, bronze star, air medal, ARCOM, Joint Service Accommodation Medal |
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What is the 2nd highest award for valor? |
Distinguished Flying Cross |
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What form is used to recommend an award? |
DA Form 638 |
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When was the Silver Star established by congress as an approved award? |
9 July, 1918 |
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What are 2 examples that will disqualify a Soldier from receiving the Army Good Conduct Medal? |
Court Martial, bar to reenlistment/non–retention, commander’s non–recommendation |
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Enlisted Promotions & Reductions |
AR 600–8–19 |
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What are the 5 reasons a soldier can be administratively reduced? |
• Erroneous Enlistment grade • Misconduct • Inefficiency • Approved for other than honorable discharge • Failure to complete training |
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What are the 3 ways a soldier can be reduced for misconduct? |
• Article 15 • Court martial • Civilian court conviction |
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What are the 3 levels of promotion? |
• Unit (E1–E4) • Semi–Centralized (E5 & E6) • DA centralized (E7+) |
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What is the form used to calculate promotion points? |
DA Form 3355 |
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What is the automatic promotion period for enlisted? |
To PV2 = 6 months TIS (waived = 4 months TIS) To PFC = 12 months TIS/4 months TIG (waived = 6 months TIS/2 months TIG) To SPC = 24 months TIS/6 months TIG (waived = 18 months TIS/3 months TIG) |
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What are the primary & secondary Zone times for promotion to SGT? |
Primary – 36 months TIS/8 months TIG Secondary – 18 months TIS/6 months TIG |
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What is De Facto status? |
Erroneous promotion correction and allowed to keep pay. |
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What is the required documents for a Soldier’s promotion packet? |
DA3355 signed by the commander; DA2, 2–1; a copy of any document used to award points; any document used for points adjustment |
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Developmental Counseling |
FM 7–21.13 & ATP 6–22.1 |
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What are the 3 types of developmental counseling? |
• Event orientated – superior or substandard performance, crisis, referral, promotion • Performance – review of performance during a specific period • Professional Growth – |
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What are the characteristics of effective counseling? |
Purpose, Flexibility, Communication, Respect & Support |
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What are the 3 approaches to Counseling? |
Directive, non–directive and combined |
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What are the 4 stages of the counseling process? |
Identify the need, prepare, conduct the counseling and follow up. |
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What is counseling? |
The process used by leaders to review with subordinate’s their demonstrated performance & developmental potential. |
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Army leaders must demonstrate certain qualities to be effective counselors. Name 3 of the 5 characteristics. |
Respect for subordinates, self–awareness, cultural awareness, empathy, credibility |
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What form is used to record developmental counseling? |
DA Form 4856 |
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To be effective, counseling must be a ______? |
Shared effort |
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Sergeant’s time training |
FM 7–22.7 Appendix A |
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Who are the primary instructors of STT? |
First line leaders |
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What is Sergeant’s time training? |
Is the hands–on, practical training for soldiers given by NCOs. |
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How many hours per week will be dedicated to STT? |
5 |
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What is required for every STT? |
Visitor’s book and sign in roster |
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What does TPU stand for? |
Trained, Needs Practice, Untrained |
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Army Leadership |
ADP 6–22/ADRP 6–22 |
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What is Toxic leadership? |
It is a combination of self–centered attitudes, motivations and behaviors that have adverse effect on subordinates, the organization and mission performance. |
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Can Toxic leadership still achieve results? |
Yes but only short term results. |
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What is an army leader? |
Anyone by virtue of assumed role or assigned responsibility that inspires or influences people to accomplish goals |
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Army Operations Process |
ADP 5–0 |
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What are the four parts of the operations process? |
Plan, Prepare, Execute, Assess (continuously) |
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What are the Troop Leading Procedures? |
1. Receive the Mission 2. Issue the Warning Order 3. Make a tentative plan 4. Initiate movement 5. Conduct recon 6. Complete the plan 7. Issue the order 8. Supervise and refine the plan |
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What are the 6 mission variables? |
(METT–TC) Mission, Enemy, Terrain & Weather, Troops & support, Time, Civilian considerations |
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Army Command Policy |
AR 600–20 |
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What is command? |
The authority a person in the military service LAWFULLY exercises over subordinates by virtue of rand and assigned position. |
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What are the key elements of command? |
Authority & responsibility |
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What are the 3 levels of leadership? |
Direct, Organizational & strategic |
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What are the 3 leader attributes? |
Character, Presence & Intellect |
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What are the 3 leader competencies? |
Leads, Develops, Achieves |
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Wear and Appearance of military uniforms and insignia? |
AR 670–1
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What is the wear out date for the Army dress green uniform? |
1 Oct, 2015 |
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Can a female soldier wear a ponytail when going to medical appointments or a physical? |
No, a pony tail may only be worn within the scope of physical training. |
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How can a leader judge the appropriateness of a particular hair style? |
By the appearance of the soldiers headgear |
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Drill & Ceremonies |
TC 3–21.5 |
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What is the primary value of ceremonies? |
To render honor, preserve tradition and to stimulate Esprit de Corp |
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While passing the colors or while the colors are passing you, when is the hand salute rendered? |
6 paces before & 6 paces after it passed/passes |
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What are the 2 parts of most commands? |
Preparatory command and the command of execution |
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What are the 3 marching steps used in Drill? |
15 inch step, 30 inch step & 30 inch step double time (180 steps/min) |
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What is quick time? |
120 steps/min |
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What is double time? |
180 steps/min |
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What are the 4 types of commands in drill? |
2 part, combined, supplementing & directive |
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Military History |
FM 1–20 |
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When did the US Army begin? |
June 14, 1775 |
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When was the Declaration of independence signed? |
July 4, 1776 |
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What is the bloodiest war in America’s history? |
Civil war |
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Who is the only female to receive the MOH? |
Dr. Mary E Walker |
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When did WWI begin? |
Aug 1914 |
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When did the Japanese attack Pearl Harbor? |
Dec 7, 1941 |
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President Truman authorized 2 atomic bombs against Japan. Where and when were they dropped? |
Hiroshima; Aug 6, 1945, Nagasaki; Aug 9, 1945 |
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What is the importance of military history? |
Provides a foundation for Army training, education, esprit de corps and decision making |
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Military’s history is whose responsibility? |
Military history is a command responsibility. |
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Army Retention Program |
AR 601–280 |
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Describe a bar to reenlistment. |
It is an administrative action initiated by the CDR to prevent substandard soldier from reenlisting or reentering the service. |
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Who is the final approving authority for a Bar to Reenlistment? |
A CDR who is one approval level than the commanding authority. |
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NCOER |
AR 623–3/DAPAM 623–3 |
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NCOER Policy is covered in what reference? |
AR 623–3 |
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NCOER procedures are covered in what reference? |
DAPAM 623–3 |
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What is a rating chain? |
It is a chain of supervisors who provide counseling and performance evaluation. |
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Describe the rating chain for NCO’s? |
It will consist of the NCO being rated, the rater, the senior rater and the reviewer. |
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What is the “rating scheme”? |
It is the publication, in writing, of a rated individuals rating chain. |
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A rater must be the immediate supervisor of the Rated NCO for how long? |
90 days |
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A senior rater must have served in the position for how long? |
60 days |
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What does NCOER stand for? |
Non Commissioned Officer Evaluation Report |
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What is the form used for the NCOER? |
DA Form 2166–9 |
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What form is used for NCOER counseling? |
DA form 2166–9–1 |
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The NCOER counseling and support form is mandatory for whom? |
All NCO’s CPL to CSM |
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The rated soldier’s signature on the NCOER form verifies what data? |
Only the administrative data and that the soldier has seen the completed report. The Rated Soldier signs LAST. |
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What are the 5 parts of the NCOER? |
Part 1 – Administrative data Part 2 – Authentication Part 3 – Duty Description (rater) Part 4 – Army values/attributes/skills/actions (Rater) Part 5 – Overall performance and potential (Rater/SR rater) |
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Part 4 of the NCOER contains the army values. What are the 7 army values?
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(LDRSHIP) Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity & personal courage
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There are many types of NCOER’s that a soldier may receive, name a few?
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(Mandatory)Annual Report; Extended annual report; change of rater report; change of duty report, depart temporary duty, special duty or temporary change of station report; failed promotion selection board, release from active duty, service school academic evaluation report, civilian institution academic evaluation report, HRC command–directed evaluation report, relief–for–cause, (optional)complete the record, senior rater option report, 60 day option report.
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Army Body Composition Program
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AR 600–9
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What is meant by the term “overweight”?
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A soldier is considered overweight when his or her percent of body fat exceeds the standards.
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What is the primary objective of the Army Body Composition Program?
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To ensure that all personnel are able to meet the physical demands of their duties and to present a trim military appearance at all times.
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Why is the army so concerned about excess body fat?
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Indicates lack of personal discipline, detracts from military appearance, and is an indication of poor health, fitness or stamina.
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Who is responsible for meeting the standards IAW AR 600–9?
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All soldiers
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When does enrollment in ABC program begin?
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The day the soldier is informed by the unit commander and when their body fat exceeds the standard.
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When does a soldier graduate or get off the ABC Program?
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When they are back within the standards.
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Weight screening tables are uses to assist soldiers in meeting the requirements. The screening table weight is based on what 2 considerations?
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Height and Age (charts for male and female)
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When should soldiers be weighed?
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At a minimum they should be weighed when they take an APFT or at least every 6 months.
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In regards to percent body fat, all personnel are encouraged to achieve the more stringent DOD wide goal of what?
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18% for males and 26% for females.
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What are some limitations to personnel that are overweight? |
Non–promotable, cannot receive an award, not authorized to attend professional military or civilian schooling and will not be assigned to command, command sergeant major or first sergeant positions. |
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Who is authorized to tape a soldier? |
Company or similar level commanders (or their designee) in accordance with the standard methods prescribed in appendix B, soldiers will be measured by the same gender when possible, if not a female soldier will be present when a male measures a female. |
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What 3 things must happen when a soldier is determined to be overweight? |
1. Will be provided exercise guidance, dietary information or weight reduction counseling by health care personnel, and assistance in behavioral modification, as appropriate, to help them attain the requirements of the Army.
2. Entered into weight control program by unit commanders
3. Flagged by the Commander under the provisions of AR 600-9 |
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What is the required weight loss goal for soldiers in the ABC Program? |
3 to 8 lbs. or 1% body fat per month |
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How often should soldiers in the ABC weigh in? |
Monthly to measure progress |
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Army Physical Fitness Training |
FM 7–22 |
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What are the commands to get your formation to an extended rectangular formation for PRT? |
Extend to the left, March. Arms downward, Move. Left, Face. Extend to the left, March. Arms downward, Move. From front to rear count, Off. Even numbers to the left, Uncover. |
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What are the 3 types of training according to PRT? |
On–Ground training, off–ground training & combative training. |
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What are 3 components of PRT? |
Strength, endurance and mobility |
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What are the 3 elements all PRT sessions should consist of? |
Prep drill, activity and recovery drill |
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What is meant by “regularly scheduled” physical fitness training? |
At least 3 times per week for 1 hour |
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What are the APFT standards based on? |
Age and physiological differences between men and women. |
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In order to maintain cardiorespiratory fitness, soldiers should preform aerobic activities while maintaining their training heart rate for a minimum of ___ minutes, 3 to 5 times per week? |
20 min |
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Results of the APFT are recorded on what form? |
DA Form 705
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What is the form used for a physical profile? |
DA Form 3349 |
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Define physical readiness? |
The ability to meet the physical demands of any combat or duty position, accomplish the mission and continue to fight and win. |
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During PRT, cadence is described either as SLOW or MODERATE what are the counts per minute for each? |
SLOW= 50 counts per minute, MODERAT = 80 counts per minute |
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What are the objectives of the Prep Drill? |
To get soldiers ready for PRT activities by increasing body temp and heart rate, increase pliability of joints and muscles, increase responsiveness of nerves and muscles. |
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Army Code of Conduct |
AR 350–30 |
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Who authorized the publishing of the code of conduct and when? |
President Eisenhower by Executive Order on Aug 17, 1955 |
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What does SERE stand for? |
Survive, Evade, Resist & Escape |
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How many articles are in the code of conduct? |
6 |
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What is the “Geneva Convention”? |
Defined the protection of prisoners of war, wounded and civilians in a war zone.
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When is the best time to escape? |
As soon as possible |
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What information are you authorized to give under the code of conduct? |
Name, rank, service number and DOB |
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What should prisoners be searched for? |
Hidden weapons and documents of military intelligence |
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Prisoners should be separated into what groups? |
Officers, NCO’s, enlisted, civilians and females |
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Military Justice |
AR 27–10 |
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When was the UCMJ enacted? |
1950 by congress, UCMJ replaced the Articles of War |
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What is the UCMJ? |
The Uniform Code of Military Justice |
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How many total articles are in the UCMJ? |
146 articles, 12 sub articles for a total of 158. |
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What articles are known as the punitive articles? |
77–134 |
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The UCMJ is comprised of how many TOTAL punitive articles? |
65, the 58 “punitive articles” and then 7 separate that are subcategorized. |
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Commanders have 2 primary means of dealing with misconduct, depending on the severity. What are the 2 methods? |
Punitive and non–punitive |
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Military Justice is administered at 2 punitive levels, what are they? |
Non–judicial punishment and judicial punishment. |
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What are some examples of non–punitive measures? |
Denial of pass or privilege, counseling, administrative reduction in grade/MOS re–class, admonitions and reprimands, extra training/extra instruction. |
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What is considered one of the most effective non–punitive measures available to a commander? |
Extra training or instruction. |
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What is the purpose of non–judicial punishment? |
To educate and reform offenders, to correct misconduct in violation of the UCMJ. |
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Who can impose non–judicial punishment/Article 15? |
Any commanding officer, including a warrant officer, exercising command. |
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What are the 2 classifications of Article 15 proceedings? |
Summarized and Formal. |
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What are the 2 types of formal Article 15 proceedings? |
Company grade & field grade |
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Does a soldier have to accept an Article 15? |
No, they have the right to demand trial by court martial unless they are attached to or embarked on a vessel. |
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What are the 3 types of court martial? |
Summary, Special or general. |
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Does an offender have the right to counsel when offered an Article 15? |
For SUMMARIZED no because of the short time period involved and the limited nature of possible punishment. For FORMAL yes |
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What is considered a field grade article 15? |
An article 15 given by an O–4 or higher |
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What form is used to notify a soldier of Article 15 proceedings against him/her? |
DA form 2627 |
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What form is used to record summarized Article 15 proceedings? |
DA form 2627–1 |
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What is the General article? |
It is Article 134 of the UCMJ and authorizes prosecution of offenses not specifically detailed by any other article. |
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What does article 31 cover? |
It covers soldier rights to prevent self–incrimination, this is much like the Miranda warning given by police; it protects the soldiers rights. |
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Training Units & Developing Leaders |
ADP 7–0 |
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What are the 3 training domains the army uses? |
Institutional, operational, self–development |
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What is ITE? |
Integrated training environment |
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What are the 7 steps in the problem solving process? |
1) Recognize and define the problem. 2) Gather facts and make assumptions. 3) Define end states and establish criteria. 4) Develop possible solutions. 5) Analyze and compare possible solutions. 6) Select and implement solutions. 7) Analyze solution for effectiveness. |
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What are the 11 principles of training? |
1. Commanders and other leaders are responsible for training. 2. NCO’s train individuals, crews and small teams. 3. Train to standard. 4. Train as you fight. 5. Train while operating. 6. Train fundamentals first. 7. Train to develop adaptability. 8. Understand the operational environment. 9. Train to sustain. 10. Train to maintain. 11. Conduct mutli–echelon and concurrent training. |
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ACS |
AR 608–1 |
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What does ACS stand for? |
Army Community Services |
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What does the ACS symbol represent? |
Heart=giving, cross=help, gyroscope=stability |
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What is the mission of ACS? |
To support soldiers, DA Civilians and their families |
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What is the motto of ACS? |
Self–help, service & stability. |
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MWR |
AR 215–1 |
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Name four programs/services/activities that fall under the MWR Program? |
Armed forces entertainment, BOSS, physical fitness facilities and training programs, library, movies, parks/playgrounds, community recreation centers, sports, Outdoor recreation, Leisure travel services, bowling, auto skill center, library, child development centers, Army lodging facilities, Army Core of Volunteers, BOSS, etc. |
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What are the funding category’s outlined in AR 215–1? |
Cat A = Mission Sustaining Programs, Cat B = Community Support Programs, Cat C = Revenue generating programs |
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AER |
AR 930–4 |
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What does AER stands for and what do they provide? |
Army Emergency Relief provides loans and grants to soldiers and their dependents who are in need of monetary assistance. |
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ARC |
AR 930–5 |
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What does ARC stands for and who do they work closely with? |
American National Red Cross (formerly Army Red Cross) and works closely with AER |
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What does the Red Cross provide?
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Access to financial assistance through the military aid societies, counseling, information and referral, and veteran's assistance, The Red Cross messages when there is a family emergency. |
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AFAP |
AR 608–47 |
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What does AFAP stands for? |
Army Family Action Plan |
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Army Continuing Education System |
AR 621–5 |
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Army Reenlistment/Retention Program |
AR 601–280 |
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Name some reasons a soldier may be ineligible for reenlistment? |
Barred or flagged and if the soldier is enrolled in ASAP |
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Describe a bar to reenlistment? |
An admin action initiated by the commander to prevent a substandard soldier from reenlisting or reentering the service. |
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ASAP |
AR 600–85
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According to the regulation AR 600–85 (ASAP) when is self–referral no longer an option? |
–when a soldier reports to a drug/alcohol test, when the test comes back positive, when a soldier is stopped or arrested by police or MP’s, when the soldier’s chain of command is involved and has already put in a command referral. |
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What are the objectives of the bio–chemical testing/urinalysis? |
Deter Soldiers from abusing drugs; facilitate early identification of abuse; enable commanders to assess the security, military fitness, good order and discipline of their units and to use information obtained to take appropriate action; monitor rehabilitation of those enrolled for alcohol or drug abuse; collect data on the prevalence of alcohol or drugs within the army. |
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All ASAP referrals are accomplished by using what form? |
DA Form 8003 |
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Will soldiers who are command referred to ASAP be flagged?
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Yes |
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Total Army Sponsorship |
AR 600–8–8 |
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When is the participation in the program mandatory? |
For all first term soldiers |
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Are civilian employees entitled to sponsorship?
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Yes through grade 15 |
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Sponsors should be appointed within how many calendar days after the battalion receives the DA Form 5434?
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10 days |
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What are the general rules/requirements for sponsors? |
Equal or higher grade when possible, same gender, marital status, MOS/Career field (when possible), familiar with the unit or activity and community. |
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What should be included in the welcome packet?
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DA Form 5434 SHOULD have been received by the BN already, welcome Letter, Information about the following; ACS Relocation Readiness, Reception, Orientation & inprocessing |
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What warrior ethos is covered with PR? |
I will never leave a fallen comrade |
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Why is the PR created? |
To prevent or reduce any strategic advantage our enemies may gain. |
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What is PR? |
The sum of military, diplomatic, and civil efforts to effect the recovery of DoD personnel and others deemed necessary by the SECDEF. |
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What are the subcomponents of PR? |
COC, combat search and rescue, SERE, conduct after capture, SAR, NAR, and unconventional assisted recoveryWhat is the purpose of PR training? to prevent becoming isolated, and know how to respond to an isolation event. |
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What covers the foundation of PR skills? |
marksmanship, movement, land navigation and communication |
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What is the COC? |
the moral compass established to assist personnel in combat or captivity |
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What are the goals of reintegration? |
to attend to the medical needs of the returnee, and gather information about the event |
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What are the steps of reintegration? |
Tactical debriefing, Intelligence debriefing, PR Debriefing, Decompression debriefing, DoJ debriefing, NAR debriefing |
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How many Phases are in reintegration? |
3 |
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What is the primary focus of phase 1? |
attain to the medical and psychological needs; obtain tactical debriefing. |
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What is the primary focus of phase 2? |
decompression and intelligence debriefing |
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What is the focus of phase 3? |
PR and DOJ debriefings |
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What is an ISOPREP? |
document used to verify identity of Isolated Person |
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ISOPREP is on what form? |
DA form 1833 |
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When must an ISOPREP be completed? |
before any OCONUS travel |
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When must an ISOPREP be reviewed? |
within 90 days prior to travel |
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What AR covers PR? |
AR 525-28 |
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What does AR 525-28 cover? |
Personnel recovery |