Drill Knowledge

Question 1

What are the lengths in inches of the following:

Answer 1

Quick time - 30 inches measured from heel to heel
Half Step - 15 inches measured from heel to heel
Back Step - 15 inches measured from heel to heel
Right/Left step - 12 inches measured from inside heel to inside heel

Question 2

What are the speeds (steps per minute) of the following:

Answer 2

Quick Time: 100-120 steps per minute (normal marching cadence)

Double Time: 180 steps per minute

Slow Time: 60 steps per minute

Question 3

Name a purpose of Drilling.

Answer 3

1. To move a unit from one place to another in an orderly manner
2. To teach discipline and coordination
3. Improve morale by developing team spirit.

Question 4

What are two types of commands?

Answer 4

Predatory Command- Indicates which movement is about to be executed.

Command of Execution- Cause the desired movement to be executed.