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CODE OF CONDUCT
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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 does Article 3 pertain to?
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Escape and evasion
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When and why was the Code of Conduct amended?
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It was later amended by President Carter in 1977. It outlines the basic responsibilities and obligations of all U.S. service members to the United States.
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How many articles (or sections) are in the Code of Conduct?
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6
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When was the Code of Conduct established?
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17 August 1955 by President Eisenhower.
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When was HQ USMEPCOM formed?
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July 1976 as a staff element of USAREC, the United States Army Recruiting Command
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When did USMEPCOM become a separate command?
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October 1979.
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Where are the sector HQ located
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North Chicago, IL
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What regulation governs the operations of MEPS?
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AR 601-270
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Does USMEPCOM have any unit awards?
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Yes, the Joint Meritorious Unit Award.
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What is USMEPCOM’s mission?
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Ensuring the quality of military accessions during peacetime and mobilization in accordance with established standards.
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What are USMEPCOM’s Values
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Integrity
Service Teamwork Respect |
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What four work sections are the MEPS divided into?
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Operations, Medical, Testing and Headquarters.
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What does the USMEPCOM seal symbolize?
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•The five corners of the pentagon allude to the five services comprising USMEPCOM, the jointly staffed organization supporting all Armed Forces recruiting departments
•The three basic functions performed in the qualification process are represented by the check background indicative of administrative processing •The color blue and red are symbolic of the mental and medical aspect •The gold sward represents the high ideals inherent in the new service member |
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What are three general categories of duty?
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Specified, implied and directed.
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What are specified duties?
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Duties which are clearly outlined in regulations.
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What are directed duties?
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Directed duties are normally unique to an organization and are found in local SOPs or command directives.
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What are implied duties?
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Duties that the conscientious individual performs voluntarily to ensure smooth, efficient functioning of his unit
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How many types of authority are there?
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Two: Command and General.
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What is command authority?
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Command authority is the organizational right to carry out a unit’s mission
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What is general authority?
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General authority is by virtue of rank, to enforce all regulations all the time
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Explain the chain of command?
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The succession of commanders superior to subordinates through which command is exercised.
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Name the channel of communication that reinforces the chain of command?
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The NCO support channel.
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Define duty
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Duty is something you must do because of the position you hold
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Who may be punished under the UCMJ
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All military personnel, including warrant and commissioned officers
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Who has the power to reduce in grade?
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promotion authority
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Who may impose an Article 15 or Captain’s Mast
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Any commander
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What are the three types of courts martial and what is the minimum membership of the different courts martial?
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-Summary court martial is a one-man court.
-Special court martial has no more than three members. -General court martial has no less than five members and a military judge. Upon request, one third of special and general courts martial can be enlisted. |
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Can an NCO be given extra duty by an Article 15
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Yes, but only in a supervisory capacity
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Name three of the five types of discharges
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Honorable, general, general under honorable conditions, bad conduct and dishonorable.
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What is article 31
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This article specifies an individuals right to remain silent and to have legal counsel. It protects against self-incrimination
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Can an individual refuse an Article 15 or Captain’s Mast from the commander
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Yes, the individual can request a Court Martial
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Describe the four items of information a POW must give to his or her captors
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Name, rank, service number and date of birth
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Under what code are violations of the laws of war punishable
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The Uniform Code of Military Justice
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You are authorized to receive packages as a prisoner of war. What type of material may be in these packages?
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Food, clothing, educational, recreational or religious material
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What should you do if a violation of the law of war were committed by friendly or enemy troops?
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•Report the incident to your chain of command.
•Report the incident to the IG, chaplain, provost marshal, or a JAG officer if the chain of command is not appropriate. |
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Describe what a POW may be required to do?
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Obey all lawful rules established by our captors; perform labor, which is nonmilitary related and not humiliating, dangerous or unhealthy
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Describe five illegal tactics on the battlefield.
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•Using enemy-marked vehicles or uniforms during combat.
•Booby-trapped dead or wounded personnel. •Faking surrender and then continuing to fight. •Using medical service symbols to protect combat or other legitimate military targets. •Using captives or civilians as shields or screens for enemy fire. •Taking hostages; using hostages to stop hostile acts |
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What do the colors red, white and blue represent?
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• Red - hardiness and Valor,
• White - purity and innocence, • Blue - vigilance, perseverance and justice. |
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How many stars are left showing after the flag is properly folded?
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4
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What do the thirteen stripes represent?
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The thirteen original states or colonies which contended for and received their independence.
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What does the flying of the flag at half-staff signify?
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Victory of death over life
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When a flag is draped over a casket, where are the stars located?
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Over the left shoulder of the deceased
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How is the flag put at half-staff
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The flag is raised to the top of the pole and then lowered to half-staff.
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How many days is the flag flown at half-staff after the death of a President or former President?
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30
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When the flag of the USA is displayed with another flag, how are they positioned
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The flag of the USA should be on the right.
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What Corps is normally responsible for the organizational colors of a unit
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The noncommissioned officers corps.
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What is the largest flag, and when is it flown?
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The Garrison flag, 38x20'. It is flown on holidays and other important occasions as designated by Presidential proclamations.
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Streamers are long, narrow ribbons displayed from a flag set. What are they in recognition of?
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They are awarded in recognition of heroism or meritorious service, which is the result of a group effort.
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When the National Flag is worn out, how is it disposed of?
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According to approved custom, the stars are first cut from the flag, after which the two sections, which no longer form a flag, are cremated
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When are the organizational colors dipped in salute
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When the National Anthem or To the Colors is played
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What is the fly of a flag
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The length of the flag
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What is the hoist of a flag
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The width of the flag
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When not in uniform, do you salute the flag during the playing of the National Anthem
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No, you stand at attention and place your right hand over your heart
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Can the flag ever be flown upside down
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Yes, in time of distress, emergency or extreme danger to life or property.
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Explain how flags of two or more nations are displayed
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When flags of two or more nations are displayed, they are to be flown from separate staffs of the same height. The flags should be of approximately equal size
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When was the Medal of Honor authorized by Congress
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12 July 1862
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What is the criteria for award of the Purple Heart
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Wounds received in combat
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Once a person has received a decoration, can he/she be awarded the decoration again
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Yes, however for each succeeding award of these decorations, an oak leaf cluster is awarded.
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What is a Service Medal?
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An award given to those who have participated in designated wars, campaigns, expeditions or who have fulfilled in a creditable manner, specified service requirements
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When was the first Distinguished Unit Award awarded?
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1942
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What was the first medal established?
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Purple Heart.
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Certain medals are sometimes referred to as Money Medals. These medals, if under certain conditions, can entitle the receiver to extra monetary benefits. Can you name them?
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• Medal of Honor
• Distinguished Service Cross • Navy Cross • Distinguished Flying Cross • Soldiers Medal |
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What is the highest award given in time of war?
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Medal of Honor.
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What award is given specifically for behavior, efficiency and fidelity during enlisted status in active federal military service
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Good Conduct Medal
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Who must award a Medal of Honor?
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The President of the United States
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What is meant by Above and beyond the call of duty?
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It includes the acceptance of existing danger or extraordinary responsibilities with praise-worthy fortitude and exemplary courage, which is not as a rule expected of a person.
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What is the time limit that a recommendation for award may be entered administratively into military channels?
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Within two years of the act
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Ribbons are worn in a certain order on the left side of our uniform. How are they arranged?
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They are arranged with the highest to the wearer’s right
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If a foreign ribbon in authorized to be worn, how would it be arranged along with ribbons from the United States?
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On the left side, but always at a lower precedence than any US award
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What must you do to receive the Medal of Honor?
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You must perform a deed showing personal bravery at the risk of your life above the call of duty while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States
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Name three reasons military decorations are awarded
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• Recognition of heroism
• Meritorious achievement • Meritorious service |
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Who established the Purple Heart decoration?
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General George Washington
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What is a medal?
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An award issued to an individual for performance of certain duties, acts or services
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What is the definition of a decoration?
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An award to an individual for a specific individual act of gallantry or meritorious service
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Can attainment of awards be used as an incentive for completion of a specific goal?
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No
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The Spanish American War and Philippines Insurrection took place in what years?
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1898 and 1907
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The year 1898 was the outbreak of a war, which is said to have marked the emergence of the U.S. as a world power. What was this war?
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Spanish-American War.
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The tank, airplane and submarine were first used in what conflict?
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World War I.
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The United States declared war on Germany when?
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6 April 1917
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Who is the principal military advisor to the President?
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The Chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff.
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The Department of Defense was created under what Act?
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The National Security Act of 1947.
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The National Security Agency is subject to the direction or control of whom?
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The Secretary of Defense.
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What is considered the most important of all military courtesies?
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The salute
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Who salutes in a group of military not in formation?
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The first person to see the officer should call the group to attention and everyone should salute.
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When meeting an officer outdoors, at what distance do you salute?
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Six paces.
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What are the primary values of conducting ceremonies?
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To render honors, preserve traditions and stimulate esprit de corps
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What is meant by military courtesy
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Military courtesy is the respect and consideration shown to others.
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Under what condition does one not have the privilege of giving and receiving the salute?
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When a prisoner
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Who exits a military vehicle first?
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The senior person then in descending order. For entrance into a military vehicle it is the opposite order.
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When is a salute rendered to a senior, and who initiates the salute?
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When they meet and recognize person entitled (by grade) to a salute. Junior person initiates the salute
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When did the Star-Spangled Banner officially become the National Anthem by law?
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March 1931
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What actions should military personnel take when in uniform, not in formation and “Retreat” is played as a prelude to “To the Colors”?
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At the first note of the music, face the flag (or music if flag is not in view) and stand at attention. Hold that position until the last note of “Retreat” has been played.
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What is military leadership
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The process of influencing individuals is such a manner as to accomplish the mission.
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What is a principle?
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Principles are guidelines.
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What are the four main factors of leadership?
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Follower, leader, communication and situation.
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What is discipline?
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Discipline is the attitude of an individual or group that insures prompt obedience to orders or initiation of appropriate action in the absence of orders.
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What is cohesion?
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Cohesion is a strong mutual bond of respect, trust, confidence and understanding among members of a group.
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What is the objective of leadership?
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The successful accomplishment of the mission.
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What is the purpose of inspections?
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To insure maintenance, serviceability and accountability.
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There are fourteen leadership traits, name five.
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- Loyalty
- Decisiveness - Courage - Integrity - Justice |
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What are three types of leadership?
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Directing, delegating, participating.
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What are the four types of counseling?
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Performance, Professional, Personal, Reception and Integration
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Name the four human needs
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Physical, Security, Social and Higher
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What is the difference between technical and tactical knowledge
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Technical knowledge is the knowledge you have to operate your equipment; tactical knowledge is the knowledge you have to employ your equipment
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