Brigade Guide Flashcards
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces?
President Donald Trump
Who is the Secretary of Defense?
The Honorable Peter Hegseth.
What is the mission of JROTC?
To motivate young people to be better citizens.
What was the purpose of the National Defense Act of 1916?
Officially created the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC), which JROTC is a part of.
Define the term leadership.
The ability to influence others to accomplish a mission by providing purpose, direction, and motivation.
What are the seven Army values?
Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage.
What are the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights.
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution grants the freedoms of speech, religion, and assembly?
The First Amendment.
What are the two primary political parties in America?
Democratic and Republican parties.
What do the stripes on the American flag represent?
The thirteen original colonies.
What song is the United States national anthem?
The Star-Spangled Banner.
How is the U.S. flag displayed on Memorial Day?
Half-staff until noon, then raised to full staff.
What calendar date is Flag Day celebrated?
June 14th.
How should you dispose of a U.S. flag no longer fit for display?
It should be destroyed in a respectful way, preferably by burning.
Where is the U.S. flag located in a parade or procession?
On the flag’s own right or at the center when marching in line.
How is the U.S. flag displayed when placed on a wall?
Either horizontally or vertically, with the union (blue field) at the top left.
Who is authorized to have a U.S. flag over their casket at a military funeral?
Members of the active military, National Guard, Reserve, honorably discharged veterans, and retired military personnel.
How is the U.S. flag placed on a casket?
Lengthwise over the casket with the union over the head and left shoulder of the deceased.
What is the flag hoist?
The length (vertical edge) of the flag measured from top to bottom.
What is the fly of a flag?
The width (horizontal edge) of the flag measured from left to right.
Can the U.S. flag be flown upside down?
Yes, only in times of distress.
How are flags and pennants flown when hoisted?
In order of precedence, with the U.S. flag on top.
What is the name of the shiny piece located at the bottom of the flag staff?
The ferrule.
What is the number of your drill and ceremonies manual?
Army: TC 3-21.5, Air Force: AFMAN 36-2203, Marine Corps: MCO 5060.20.
Define the drill term ‘interval.’
Lateral space between the shoulders of members on the same line.
What are the two prescribed formations for a squad or element?
Line and column.
What are the two parts of an oral drill command?
Preparatory command and command of execution.
What are supplementary commands?
Oral orders given by a subordinate leader that reinforce and complement a commander’s orders.
What is the definition of first aid?
Immediate care given to an injured or ill individual to keep them alive or stop further damage until qualified medical treatment can be administered.
What is the Heimlich maneuver used for?
To clear a blocked airway.
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
What is cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) used for?
To keep blood and oxygen flowing through a victim whose heart and breathing have stopped.
Blood that is bright red in color and shooting out in spurts is an indication of what type of bleeding?
Arterial bleeding.
What is likely to happen to a person with a serious injury?
Go into shock.
What is the Good Samaritan Law?
A law designed to protect rescuers and encourage people to assist others in distress by granting them immunity against lawsuits.
What are two benefits of exercise?
Improves heart and lung function; increases muscle strength, flexibility, and endurance.
What does the acronym A-B-C of life-saving stand for?
Airway, Breathing, and Circulation.
What is the most serious type of heat injury?
Heat stroke.
What is a heart attack?
Blood flow blockage to a part of the heart.
What is a stroke?
Blood vessel blockage or rupture in the brain.
What is the most important action to take when treating a fracture?
Immobilize the injured bone to prevent further damage.
What are the four ways to stop bleeding?
Pressure bandage, pressure points, direct pressure and elevation, and tourniquet.
What does the acronym RICE stand for when treating bone, joint, and muscle injuries?
Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.
Name the three types of poisonous venoms.
Neurotoxins, Hemotoxins, and Cardiotoxins.
Who is the 5th brigade Commander?
Colonel Julia Brennan
Who is the Cadet Command Commander?
General Maurice Barnett
Who is the Sargent Major of the Army?
Sgt maj Michael R. Weimer
When cadet officers are wearing the ROTC insignia on the ASU, what is the collar measurement from the notch on the collars?
5/8 of an inch
The black necktie/neck tab is optional when wearing what type of uniform?
Class B uniform with short sleeves.
What type of shirt is worn under the Army blue coat?
AG 510 long sleeve or short sleeve shirt
What insignia do cadet officers wear on the beret?
Grade or rank insignia
If more than one team pin/Arcs are worn, how are they spaced between each one?
Once cite (1/8) inch between each area.
When placing ribbons on a male ASU jacket, how are they positioned?
Center ribbons one cent (1/8) inch above the tip of pocket flap
How is the Academic Achievement Wreath worn on the Male ASU jacket?
Centered 1/4 inch above the right breast pocket.
What uniform is worn during ceremonies and social functions?
Class A or B uniform.
What color T-shirt is worn with class A or B uniform?
White.
What size earrings can female cadets wear?
Small spherical earrings not to exceed ¼ inch in diameter
What are the two parts of most drill commands?
The preparatory command and the command of execution.
What are the two rest movement commands given during a march?
“At Ease March,” and “Route Step March”.
What are the four rests executed from the halt position?
Parade Rest, At Ease, Stand at Ease, and Rest.
At route step march, what command brings you back to attention?
Quick Time March.
What is the length in inches of an arm swing when marching?
Nine to the front and six to the rear.
What stationary movement starts with the right foot?
Right Step March, and About Face.
What is a drill command?
It is an oral order by the commander or leader.
Who is the only person in a formation that should never be out of step?
The Guide.
What is the length of a marching step and a half step?
A marching step is 30 inches; a half step is 15 inches.
What publication covers drill and ceremony?
TC 3-21.5, dated May 2021
What two commands may be given to bring a unit or group of individuals to attention?
Fall In, or Attention.
To align the platoon in a column formation, what command would be given?
Cover
Who is solely responsible for the training and appearance of the color guard?
The unit Command Sergeant Major
How long is the U.S. flag flown at half-staff when a president or former president dies?
30 days (about 4 and a half weeks).
How should you dispose of a U.S. flag that is no longer fit for display?
The U.S. flag should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably burned, and buried.
When can the U.S. flag be flown upside down?
In times of emergency.
What does retreat mean?
It signals the retirement of colors from the day’s activities.
How is the U.S. flag hoisted and lowered to and from half-staff?
It is hoisted to full staff for an instant then lowered to half-staff. It is lowered in the same manner.
What should be shown after properly folding a flag at a funeral?
The Blue union and stars. (13 stars to be exact).
At what interval does a color guard march?
Close interval.
What is a halyard?
It is the rope and tackle used for raising and lowering the flag.
Does a color guard ever execute Rear March?
No.
What do the colors of the flag represent?
Red: Hardiness and Valor, White: Purity and Innocence, Blue: Vigilance, Perseverance and Justice.
How long is reveille played?
20 seconds.
How many national colors can be present during a review, parade or honor guard ceremony?
One.
What is a guidon?
It is a small swallow-tailed flag carried by platoon and company level units signifying their unit affiliation.
How should the flag be flown on Memorial Day?
The flag is flown at half-staff until noon and then raised to full staff.
Where is the U.S. flag displayed when part of several flags in a row?
The U.S. flag will be to the extreme right of the line, i.e., to the left of observers.
During a ceremony of parade that has a reviewing stand, the Color Guard will pass a reviewing officer, each member will execute Eyes Right except one. Which flank member will not execute Eyes Right?
Right flank member
What are the dimensions of a flagstaff or flagpole from spear to bottom of the staff/pole?
9 foot, 6 inches
What size is the National Colors flown on a nine (9) foot, six (6)-inch flagstaff or flagpole?
Four-foot 4-inch hoist by 5-foot 6-inch fly.
How many rifle volleys are fired at a military funeral?
Three.
What does ACSU stand for?
Army Cadet Service Uniform.
What type of shirt is worn under the Army Cadet Service Uniform Coat?
Gray long sleeve or short sleeve shirt.
What color T-shirt is worn with the Army Cadet Service Uniform?
White.
What uniform is worn during ceremonies and social functions?
The Class A or B uniform or ACSU.
What uniform is worn at summer camps and for participation on special teams?
OCPs.
What insignia do cadet officers wear on the gray beret?
Grade or rank insignia.
What insignia do enlisted cadets wear on the gray beret?
ROTC insignia.
What color t-shirt is worn with the OCP uniform?
Tan or Sand.
How is the grade (or ROTC) insignia worn on the gray beret?
Centered on the flash.
How are ribbons positioned on the class A uniform?
Ribbons are centered on the left side 1/8 of an inch above the left pocket for males.
For females, parallel to the nametag which is between 1 and 2 inches above the top button.
Describe a rank?
Cadet describes a certain rank asked for by the inspector.
How often must a uniform be worn by cadets?
At least once per week.
Can a male cadet wear an earring in uniform?
NO.
What size/color earrings can female cadets wear?
Small silver, gold, or white spherical earrings, or diamonds not to exceed ¼ inch in diameter.
How is the nameplate worn on your uniform?
Center the nameplate on the right pocket between the top of pocket and the top of the button for males.
For females: 1 to 2 inches above the top button centered horizontally on the right side of the coat. In a comparable position on the shirt.
What regulation covers the wear of the uniform?
AR 670-1 and CCR 145-2.
Are shoulder boards authorized for wear with the class B uniform?
Yes.
What does OCP stand for?
Operational Camouflage Pattern.
What color socks are worn with the Army Cadet Service Uniform?
Black socks.
