ADP 1 / ADRP 1 - The Army

Question 1

The NCO Creed

Answer 1

No one is more professional than I.
I am a Noncommissioned Officer, a leader of Soldiers.
As a Noncommissioned Officer, I realize that I am a member of a time honored corps, which is known as “The Backbone of the Army”.
I am proud of the Corps of Noncommissioned Officers and will at all times conduct myself so as to bring credit upon the Corps, the Military Service and my country regardless of the situation in which I find myself.
I will not use my grade or position to attain
pleasure, profit, or personal safety.

Competence is my watchword.
My two basic responsibilities will always be uppermost in my mind—accomplishment of my mission and the welfare of my Soldiers.
I will strive to remain technically and tactically proficient.
I am aware of my role as a Noncommissioned Officer.
I will fulfill my responsibilities inherent in that role.
All Soldiers are entitled to outstanding leadership; I will provide that leadership.
I know my Soldiers and I will always place their needs above my own.
I will communicate consistently with my Soldiers and never leave them uninformed.
I will be fair and impartial when recommending both rewards and punishment.

Officers of my unit will have maximum time to accomplish their duties; they will not have to accomplish mine.
I will earn their respect and confidence as well as
that of my Soldiers.
I will be loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and subordinates alike.
I will exercise initiative by taking appropriate action in the
absence of orders.
I will not compromise my integrity, nor my moral courage.
I will not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that we are professionals, Noncommissioned Officers, leaders!

Question 2

The Soldier’s Creed

Answer 2

I am an American Soldier.
I am a warrior and a member of a team.
I serve the people of the United States, and live the Army Values.
I will always place the mission first.
I will never accept defeat.
I will never quit.
I will never leave a fallen comrade.
I am disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained and proficient in my warrior tasks and drills.
I always maintain my arms, my equipment and myself.
I am an expert and I am a professional.
I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy, the enemies of the United States of
America in close combat.
I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life.
I am an American Soldier.

Question 3

The Army Song

Answer 3

Verse:
March along, sing our song, with the Army of the free.
Count the brave, count the true, who have fought to victory.
We’re the Army and proud of our name!
We’re the Army and proudly proclaim:
Chorus:
First to fight for the right,
And to build the Nation’s might,
And The Army Goes Rolling Along.
Proud of all we have done,
Fighting till the battle’s won,
And the Army Goes Rolling Along.
Refrain:
Then it’s hi! hi! hey!
The Army’s on its way.
Count off the cadence loud and strong;
For where'er we go,
You will always know
That The Army Goes Rolling Along.

Question 4

What ADP/ADRP covers The Army?

Answer 4

ADP/ADRP 1.

Question 5

In which domains do U.S. forces operate?

Answer 5

Air, land, maritime, space, and cyberspace domains.

Question 6

As a unique military profession, the Army is built upon an ethos of trust. What are four other essential characteristics of our profession?

Answer 6

Military expertise, honorable service, esprit de corps, and stewardship.

Question 7

What are the 11 Primary Missions of the U.S. Armed Forces?

Answer 7

 Counter terrorism and irregular warfare.
 Deter and defeat aggression.
 Project power despite anti-access/area denial challenges.
 Counter weapons of mass destruction.
 Operate effectively in cyberspace.
 Operate effectively in space.
 Maintain a safe, secure, and effective nuclear deterrent.
 Defend the homeland and provide support to civil authorities.
 Provide a stabilizing presence.
 Conduct stability and counterinsurgency operations.
 Conduct humanitarian, disaster relief, and other operations.

Question 8

What is the most important determinant of combat power?

Answer 8

Leadership.

Question 9

What is the US Army’s greatest strategic asset; providing depth, versatility, and unmatched experience to the joint force?

Answer 9

The all-volunteer force.

Question 10

Title 10, USC, establishes the basic structure of the Army. What Forces make up the Army?

Answer 10

One Regular Army and two Reserve Components:
the Regular Army, the Army Reserve, and the Army National Guard of the United States. Army Civilians support all three components.

Question 11

What is the function of the Operating Force?

Answer 11

Operating forces consist of units organized, trained, and equipped to deploy and fight.

Question 12

What is the function of the Generating Force?

Answer 12

The generating force mans, trains, equips, deploys, and ensures the readiness of all Army forces.

Question 13

What five sets of characteristics will enhance the Army’s operational adaptability?

Answer 13

  Depth and Versatility.
  Adaptive and Innovative.
  Flexibility and Agility.
  Integrated and Synchronized.
  Lethal and Discriminate.