Board Questions Flashcards
What are the 4 steps in the execution sequence of an AAR?
Planning, preparing, conducting, and follow up (using AAR results).
Ref. A Leader’s Guide to After Action Reviews; pg 6; SH 2-7
Within the preparation stage, what is one of the 3 techniques that leaders use to organize AAR’s?
Present chronological orders of event, tie in warfighting functions, or develop key events, themes, or issues.
Ref. A Leader’s Guide to After Action Reviews; pg 11-12
What are the true benefits of AAR’s?
Apply results in future training.
Ref. A Leader’s Guide to After Action Reviews; pg 15
What is medical evacuation (MEDEVAC)?
The movement of casualties using medical assets while providing en route to medical care.
Ref. FM 3-21.10, pg 11-12, para 11-76
What is casualty evacuation?
The movement of casualties by non-medical assets without specialized trauma care.
Ref. FM 3-21.10, pg 11-12, para 11-76
If you wish to recognize someone for their achievement with an Army award, what Army form do you use?
DA Form 638, Recommendation for Award
Ref. AR 600-8-22, pg 42, para 3-19a
In the areas for achievement in Block 20, for awards of the MSM, ARCOM, and AAM, what is the maximum number of lines that you may complete?
A maximum of 4 lines.
Ref. AR 600-8-22, pg 49, Table 3-2, Step 17
When submitting a DA Form 638 for heroism, what are the additional requirements?
Statements of eyewitnesses, preferably in the form of certificates, affidavits, or sworn statements; extracts from official records; sketches; maps; diagrams; photographs; and so forth, which support and amplify stated facts for the heroism award.
Ref. AR 600-8-22, pg 43, para 3-19
When entering dates on the DA Form 2823, what format do you use?
YYYYMMDD
Ref. 191-0124, pg SH 5-2, Sworn Statement Heading 31
What information should you enter in Block 9 on a DA Form 638?
Information about who, what, where, when, why, and how.
Ref. 191-0124, pg SH 5-2 & 5-3, Sworn Statement Body
How do you close out Block 9?
Add the words, END OF STATEMENT (in caps), Please three slashes (///) prior to the word; END and immediately following the word, STATEMENT to completely close the statement out.
Ref. 191-0124, pg SH 5-1 & 5-2, Sworn Statement Body
What are the 3 parts of an informal memorandum?
The heading, body, and the closing.
Ref. AR 25-50, Chap. 2, pg 27, para 2-4
When preparing a memorandum, what font size do you use and what are the preferred font styles?
Font size of 12-point and the font styles Times Roman and Times New Roman.
Ref. AR 25-50, Chap. 1, pg 4, para 1-20
What is one way to create shorter sentences?
Write in the active voice.
Ref. AR 25-50, Chap. 1, para 1-44d(3)
Where do you place the signature block when preparing a memorandum?
Begin the signature block at the center of the page on the 5th line below the authority line. If there is no authority line, begin it on the 5th line below the last line of the text.
Ref. AR 25-50, Chap. 6, pg 48, para 6-4b
Which type of order should you use to provide initial instructions to your squad so that they have the maximum amount of time to prepare for the impending mission?
Warning Order
Ref. FM 3-20.15, pg B-1, para B-7
Which paragraph of the OPORD provides details of specific missions for subordinate units?
Execution
Ref. FM 3-20.15, pg B-3 thru B-7, Fig B-2, para 3
What does the Commander’s intent provide?
The Commander’s intent defines the purpose, method, and the end state of the operation.
Ref. FM 3-20.15, pg B-3 thru B-7, para 3a
What are the 8 Troop Leading Procedures?
- Received the Mission
- Issue the Warning Order
- Make a tentative plan
- State necessary movement
- Reconnoiter
- Complete the plan
- Issue the complete order
- Supervise
Ref. ATTP 5-0.1, pg 5-1, para 5-2
What are the most likely ways you will receive a mission?
In a warning order (WARNO) or in a operation order (OPORD).
Ref. ATTP 5-0.1, pg 5-3, para 5-11
What does METT-TC stand for?
M - Mission E - Enemy T - Terrain T - Troops available T - Time available C - Civil considerations
Ref. Ref. ATTP 5-0.1, pg 5-3 & 5-4, para 5-12
What paragraph of the operation order provides information on enemy forces, friendly forces, and attachments and detachments?
Situation
Ref. FM 3-20.15, pg B-3 thru B-7, para 1
What is a warning order?
A preliminary notice of an order or action that is to follow. Warning orders help subordinate leaders prepare for new missions.
Ref. FM 3-20.15, pg B-1, para B-7
What paragraph of the OPORD provides the location of the leadership during the operation?
Command and Signal
Ref. FM 3-20.15, pg B-3 thru B-7, para 5
What is the purpose of a FRAGO?
It is issued after an operation order to change, or modify that order, or to execute a branch or sequel to that order.
Ref. FM 3-20.15, pg B-7, para B-17
You must decide how you intend to carry out your mission. On what factors must you base your tentative plan?
METT-TC
Mission Enemy Terrain Troops Available Time Available Civil Considerations
Ref. ATTP 3-5.01, pg 5-5, para 5-20
In which paragraph can you find the leader’s intent?
Execution
Ref. FM 3-20.15, pg B-3 thru B-7, para 3
Who establishes future performance objectives and standards in performance counseling?
The leader and subordinate.
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-3, para B-15
What period does crisis counseling get a Soldier or employee through after receiving negative news?
Shock
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-2, para B-10
What form can Army leaders use to evaluate Army civilians for professional growth and career goals?
DA Form 4856
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-4, para B-23 & B-24
Which non-verbal indicator does a Soldier display when he moves toward the counselor while sitting?
Interest, friendliness, and openness
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-5, para B-30
Which element of active listening indicates the counselor’s sincere interest?
Eye Contact
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-5, para B-30
Which agency handle your pay, allowances, and allotments problems?
Finance and Accounting Office
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-7
Which approach is the quickest method for some situations in a counseling session?
Directive
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-8
Which approach requires the greatest counselor skills in a counseling session?
Non-directive
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-8
Your subordinate fails to meet the standard for a given task, you will counsel him on what type of performance?
Substandard
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-13, para B-55
What type of developmental counseling session may require a subordinate at least a week or more to prepare?
Performance or Professional
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-9, para B-46
What does the leaader state in Part II-Background Information of the Developmental Counseling form?
The reason for the counseling.
Ref. FM 6-22, pg B-19
Which field manual (FM) instructs us in properly filling out the Developmental Counseling form?
FM 6-22
A group’s shared view of reality is what component of culture?
Beliefs
Ref. SH 2-3
Observable patterns of action are which component of culture?
Behaviors
Ref. SH 2-3
Ideas of what is right and wrong describes what component of culture?
Values
Ref. SH 2-2
A range of permissible behaviors established by a group describes what component of culture?
Norms
What are the 3 sub-components of culture?
Symbols, sanctions, and taboos
Ref. SH 2-4
What are “actions that societies use to punish or reward behavior” known as?
Sanctions
Ref. SH 2-5
What is the definition of culture shock?
A sense of confusion and uncertainty sometimes with feelings of anxiety that may affect people exposed to an alien culture or environment without adequate preparation.
Ref. SH 2-8
What is the key strategy to limiting culture shock?
Preparation
Ref. SH 2-8
What are the steps you should use to resolve an ethical problem?
- Define the ethical problem
- Identify applicable laws, regulations, and values
- Develop acceptable possible solutions
- Implement the best ethical solution
Ref. Task 158-100-3006, Resolve an Ethical Problem
The conduct of Army PRT uses overarching principles as a guide. What are these overarching principles?
Precision, Progression, and Integration
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg 2-7
The PRT System incorporates the 3 components of training. What are the components?
Strength, Endurance, and Mobility
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg 2-4 & 2-5, para 2-13 thru 2-16
The PRT System incorporates the 3 types of training. What are the 3 types of training?
On-Ground training, Off-Ground training, and Combatives training
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg 2-6, para 2-19 thru 2-21
What is the purpose of the Army Physical Readiness Training (PRT)?
To develop and maintain a high level of unit physical readiness appropriate to duty position and for the conduct of full spectrum operations.
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg 4-9
Soldiers in the reconditioning program will be on a physical profile or in the authorized recovery period from temporary profile. Once a profile expires, how long does the Soldier have before he or she is eligible to take the APFT?
The Soldier must be given twice the time of the temporary profile (but not more than 90 days) to train for the APFT.
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg 6-7, para 6-30
When leading Physical Readiness Training (PRT), the leader uses 2 kinds of commands. What are the 2 kinds of commands?
Preparatory Command and Command of Execution
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg 7-1. para 7-2
You are leading Physical Readiness Training (PRT) for your squad. You have formed the squad and given the commands “Extend to the left, MARCH” / Arms downward, MOVE” / and “Left, FACE” What is the next command?
Extend to the left, MARCH
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg 7-2, para 7-7
Before assuming the starting position for the next exercise, the Soldiers in your squad must be at the position of attention. After finishing an exercise, what command do you give to bring your squad to attention?
Position of attention, MOVE
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg 7-1, para 7-4
Preparation for Physical Readiness Training (PRT) always includes 10 calisthenic exercises that comprise preparation. These 10 exercises are always performed in order. You perform all the calisthenic exercises at a slow cadence except for which 2?
The high-jumper and push-up
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg 8-2
You are a scorer for the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). When scoring the push-up event, how do you position yourself?
Sit or knee 3 feet from the Soldier’s left shoulder at a 45-degree angle. A scorer’s head should be even with the Soldier’s left shoulder when he is in the front-leaning rest position.
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg A-11, para A-36
The Recovery Drill for Physical Readiness Training (PRT) consists of how many 2-position exercises?
5
Ref. TC 3-22.20, pg A-11
What is the definition of the term disease and non-battle injury (DNBI)?
A military person who is lost to an organization by reason of disease or injury, and who is not a battle casualty.
Ref. FM 21-10, pg 1-1
What is the limit of water intake?
Hourly fluid intake should not exceed 1 and 1/4 quarts. Daily fluid intake should not exceed 12 liters.
Ref. FM 21-10, pg 3-5
Well-being includes 4 dimensions. What are the 4 dimensions?
Physical, Material, Mental, and Spiritual
Ref. Hooah 4 Health website
The US Department of Agriculture created the food pyramid as a general reference for diet. Which group should people get the most servings from?
Bread (Orange)
Ref. Hooah 4 Heath website
What circumference measurements do you make when determining the body fat composition of a female?
Neck, Waist, and Hip
Ref. AR 600-9, pg 15, para b-3b, pg 38, DA Form 5501
What is the maximum allowable percent of body fat for a 23 year old male?
22%
Ref. AR 600-9, pg 4
What is the definition of stress according to the website Hooah 4 Health?
Feeling of emotional or physical tension.
Ref. Hooah 4 Health
When can Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) develop?
After exposure to a terrifying event or ordeal in which grave physical harm occurred or was threatened.
Ref. National Institute of Mental Health website
Which is the definition of responsible drinking?
Drinking in a way that does not adversely affect an individual’s ability to fulfill their obligations and does not negatively impact the individual’s job performance, health, or well being or the good order and discipline in a unit or organization.
Ref. AR 600-85, pg 15, para 3-1b
Impairment of a Soldier is at what blood alcohol content level?
.050 grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood
Ref. AR 600-85, pg 15, para 3-2a
What are 2 advantages of dead reckoning?
It’s easy to teach and learn, and it can be highly accurate way of moving, if done carefully over short distances.
Ref. FM 3-25.26, pg 11-14, para 11-6a(3)
What do you call the landmarks that you select to travel toward when using dead reckoning?
Steering points
Ref. FM 3-25.26, pg 11-14 & 11-15, para 11-6a(5)
What is the best steering marks to use and why?
The best steering marks is the most distant object. It enables you to travel farther with fewer references to the compass. It must be continuously visible as you move toward it.
Ref. 3-25.26, pg 11-15, para 11-6a(5)(b)
Once you know your pace count for 100 meters, what methods can you use to keep count of how far you travel?
Tie a knot on a string or lacing, place a pebble in you pocket for every 100 meters of distance traveled, or make marks in a notebook.
Ref. FM 3-25.26, pg 5-10, para 5-3a(1)
When you detour around an object, and you are turning to the right, do you add or subtract 90 degrees to your traveling azimuth?
Add 90 degrees
Ref. FM 3-25.26, pg 9-6, para 9-4d
What type of law does LOW encompass and is binding on the United States or its individual citizens?
The LOW encompasses all international law for the conduct of hostilities binding on the United States or its individual citizens.
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 10, para II
What international law is used to regulate the conduct of armed hostilities?
LOW
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 10, para II
What principle of the LOW allows destruction or seizure of an enemy’s property only when it is within the necessities of war?
The principle of military necessity.
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 10, para V A 1
What principle of the LOW prohibits armed forces from abusing LOW in order to gain advantage over their adversaries?
Chivalry
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 13, para V E
Who receives a non-POW status for their participation in hostilities?
Unprivileged belligerents
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 16, para VIII 1d
Who cannot compel nationals of the enemy state to take part in hostilities against their own country?
Belligerents
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 16, para VIII 2a
When may you attack works and installations containing dangerous forces?
You may attack works and installations containing dangerous forces only if they are providing significant and direct support to military operations, and an attack is the only feasible way to terminate the support.
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 22, para X G
What does cultural property include besides buildings dedicated to religion?
Cultural property includes art and historic monuments.
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 22, para X F 5
When can you lawfully engage a hospital?
As an act of self-defense when you are receiving fire from a hospital.
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 22, para X F 2
When can you use a reprisal?
For the sole purpose of enforcing future compliance with LOW when the enemy is in violation of LOW.
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 24, para XI E
What type of tactic are you using when it includes creation of fictitious units by planting false information?
Land Warfare
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 23, para XI A 1
What must you provide to all POWs?
Adequate food, facilities, and medical aid.
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 27, para XII B 3
Who has the onus to communicate their intent to surrender?
The person or force surrendering.
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 26, para XII B 3
Who has the primary responsibility for investigating a suspected, alleged, or possible war crime?
The US Army Criminal Investigation Command (CID) has the primary responsibility for investigating a suspected, alleged, or possible war crime.
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 35, para XVI A 1
What 2 items are available to a commander in the prosecution of the LOW violations or a war crime?
A commander will use articles in the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) or general courts-martial proceedings to prosecute.
Ref. Operational Law Handbook, Ch 2, pg 34, para XVI A 1 and 2
Whom does the commander use in helping with drafting, disseminating, interpreting, and training of ROE?
JAGC personnel
Ref. FM 1-04, pg C-1, para C-1
What can the implementation of ROE help you minimize on the battlefield?
Collateral damage
Ref. FM 1-04, pg C-1, para C-2
Who is responsible for designating a force hostile?
The National Command Authority (NCA)
Ref. SH-4, pg SH 4-2, para 2c
Under the ROE, what is a threat of imminent use of force against US forces and other designated persons and property?
A hostile intent
Ref. SH-4, pg SH 4-2, para 2b
Who are the only people that can authorize a change or deletion of SROE?
The President or the Secretary of Defense
Ref. FM 1-04, pg C-1, para C-5
Who always has the inherent right and obligation to exercise unit self-defense in response to a hostile act or demonstrated hostile intent?
Every unit commander
Ref. FM 1-04, pg C-2, para C-7
What specific rule of ROE sets objective factors to assist you in determining whether an individual’s conduct constitutes a hostile act or a demonstration of hostile intent?
Hostility criteria
Ref. FM 1-04, pg C-3, para C-15
What specific rules of ROE are you using if you fire a warning shot at an individual committing a hostile act?
Rules for escalation of force or challenging procedures
Ref. 1-04, pg C-3, para C-16
When using EOF procedures, what type of shots can you use to defeat a threat?
Warning, disabling, or deadly shots
Ref. 07-21, pg SH 5-2
What is the definition of Army leadership?
Army leadership is the process of influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation to accomplish the mission and improve the organization.
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 1, pg 1-1, para 1-1
What are the 3 common tools the Army leader can use to cause improvement?
Developmental counseling, in-progress reviews, and the after action review (AAR).
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 1, pg 1-2, para 1-6
Army leadership is the process of influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation to accomplish the mission and improve the organization. What 3 aspects does influencing consist of?
Purpose, direction, and motivation
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 1, pg 1-2, para 1-6
What are the 3 Competencies an Army leader must do?
Leads, Develops, and Achieves.
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 1, pg 1-5
An Army leader who displays and live the Army Values would possess what attribute?
The Army leader who displays and lives the Army Values possess the attribute of Character.
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 1, pg 1-5
What are the 3 attributes an Army leader possesses?
Character, Presence, and Intellect
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 1, pg 1-5
What are the 7 steps of the Military Problem Solving Process?
- Identify the problem
- Gather information
- Develop criteria
- Generate possible solutions
- Analyze possible solutions
- Compare possible solutions
- Make and implement the decision
What 4 attributes does the leader of character possess?
Army values, Empathy, the Warrior Ethos, and Discipline.
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 1, pg 1-5
What does lifelong learning involve?
Lifelong learning involves study and reflection to acquire new knowledge and to learn how to apply it when needed.
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 7, pg 7-6, para 7-39
The Army Leadership Requirements Model has 2 sides representing 2 main characteristics?
Attributes and Competencies
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 1, pg 1-5
Presence is a critical attribute that leaders need to understand. There are 4 characteristics of a leader’s presence. What are those characteristics and their definitions?
Military Bearing and Professional Bearing - projecting a commanding presence, and professional image of authority
Fitness - having sound health, strength, and endurance, which sustain emotional health and conceptual abilities under prolonged stress
Confidence - projecting self-confidence and certainty in the unit’s ability to succeed in whatever it does. A confident leader is able to demonstrate composure and an outward calm through a steady control over emotion
Resilience - the psychological and physical capacity to bounce back from life’s stressors repeatedly to thrive in an era of high operation
What are the conceptual components affecting the Army leader’s intelligence?
- Mental agility
- Sound judgement
- Innovation
- Interpersonal tact
- Expertise
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 5, pg 5-1, para 5-2
There are 3 competencies under the Army Leadership Requirements Model. What are the 4 categories under the competency of Leads?
- Leads others
- Extends influence beyond the chain of command
- Leads by example
- Communicates
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 1, pg 1-5
What are the 3 stages of team building?
- Formation Stage
- Enrichment Stage
- Sustainment Stage
Ref. ADRP 6-22, Ch 7, pg 7-14 & 7-15
How do mapmakers depict a concave slope on a map?
They place the contour lines closely spaced at the top of the terrain feature and widely spaced at the bottom.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
How do mapmakers depict a convex slope on a map?
They draw the contour lines spaced widely at the top of the terrain feature and close at the bottom.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
You don’t have a protractor, so you must use the first technique of orienting your map with the compass. You have aligned the straight edge of the compass along a north-south grid-line on the map. What is your next step?
Rotate the map and compass until the magnetic arrow is below the fixed black index line on the compass.
FM 3-25.26
Once the compass shows that the magnetic arrow is below the fixed black index line on the compass, and the declination diagram shows a westerly magnetic north, what is you next step?
Rotate the map and compass together to the right until the compass reading is equal to the G-M angle given by the declination diagram.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
If you must rotate you map to the left because you have an easterly G-M angle, what should the reading on your compass be if you properly orient your map?
360 degrees minus the declination angle. Ex. A map with 10 degrees easterly G-M angle, the compass should read 350 degrees.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
What is the purpose of a map?
A map provides information on the existence and location of ground features, such as populated areas.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
What other variations are shown on a map?
Variations in terrain, heights of natural features, and the extent of vegetation cover.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
How are military maps categorized?
By scales and types.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
Why is it important for one to know the mathematical scale of a map?
To determine ground distance between objects or locations, size of the area, and the affect of detail being shown.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
Which map is used for tactical, administrative, and logistical planning?
Maps with scales of 1:75,000
Ref. FM 3-25.26
What does a topographical map illustrate?
Terrain features in a measurable way, as well as the horizontal positions of the features represented.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
What is a small-scale map?
Those maps with scales of 1:1,000,000 and smaller are used for general planning and for strategic studies. The standard small-scale map is 1:1,000,000. This map covers a very large land area at the expense of detail.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
What is a medium scale map?
Maps with scales larger than 1:1,000,000 but smaller that 1:75,000 used for operational planning.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
What is a large-scale map?
Maps with scales of 1:75,000 and larger which are used for tactical, administrative, and logistical planning.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
Which map represents only the horizontal positions for the features represented and is sometime referred to as a line-map?
Planimetric map
Ref. FM 3-25.26
What is used as a substitute to help analyze terrain, plan routes, and guide tactical movements?
Aerial photographs
Ref. FM 3-25.26
What changes are made when using foreign maps?
The marginal information and grids are changed to conform to our standards, if time permits.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
Which of the military substitute maps display streets, water ducts, electricity, telephone lines, and sewers?
The City/Utility Maps.
Ref. FM 3-25.26
What does the legend on a map illustrate?
Topographic symbols used to depict some of the more prominent features on the map.
Ref. 3-25.26
Where would a map-reader find the angular relationships of true north, grid north, and magnetic north on a large scale map?
Declination Diagram
Ref. FM 3-25.26
Where are the Norths located on a map?
In the lower margin of the map (declination diagram).
Ref. FM 3-25.26
What are the bar scales?
Rulers used to convert map distance to ground distance.
FM 3-25.26