ODS Required Knowledge - Other

Question 1

Mission of the Navy

Answer 1

Mission of the Navy, to recruit, train, equip, and organize to deliver combat ready Naval forces to win conflicts and wars while maintaining security and deterrence through sustained forward presence.

Question 2

DISCIPLINE

Answer 2

“Discipline, D…I…S…C…I…P…L…I…N…E, Discipline is the instant, willing obedience to orders, respect for authority and self-reliance.

Question 3

Oath of Office

Answer 3

‘‘I, XXX, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God.’’

Question 4

Sailor’s Creed

Answer 4

I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world. I proudly serve my country’s Navy combat team with Honor, Courage and Commitment. I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.

Question 5

Navy Core Value: HONOR

Answer 5

I am accountable for my professional and personal behavior. I will be mindful of the privilege I have to serve my fellow Americans.

Question 6

Navy Core Value: COURAGE

Answer 6

Courage is the value that gives me the moral and mental strength to do what is right, with confidence and resolution, even in the face of temptation or adversity.

Question 7

Navy Core Value: COMMITMENT

Answer 7

The day-to-day duty of every man and woman in the Department of the Navy is to join together as a team to improve the quality of our work, our people and ourselves.

Question 8

CNO’s 4 Essential Principles at the Heart of Command

Answer 8

Authority, Responsibility, Accountability, Expertise

Question 9

3 Lanes of Leadership Development

Answer 9

Character, Competence, Connections

Question 10

US Navy’s Birthday

Answer 10

October 13th, 1775

Question 11

CNO’s 4 Core Attributes: INTEGRITY

Answer 11

Our behaviors as individuals and as an organization align with our values as a profession. We actively strengthen each other’s resolve to act consistently with our values. As individuals, as teams, and as a Navy, our conduct must always be upright and honorable both in public and when nobody’s looking

Question 12

CNO’s 4 Core Attributes: ACCOUNTABILITY

Answer 12

We are a mission-focused force. We achieve and maintain high standards. Our actions support our strategy. We clearly define the problem we’re trying to solve and proposed outcomes. In execution, we honestly assess our progress and adjust as required-we are our own toughest critic.

Question 13

CNO’s 4 Core Attributes: INITIATIVE

Answer 13

On their own, everybody strives to be the best they can be – we give 100% when on the job. Our leaders take ownership and act to the limit of their authorities. We foster a questioning attitude and look at new ideas with an open mind. Our most junior teammate may have the best idea; we must be open to capturing that idea.

Question 14

CNO’s 4 Core Attributes: TOUGHNESS

Answer 14

We can take a hit and keep going, tapping all sources of strength and resilience: rigorous training for operations and combat, the fighting spirit of our people, and the steadfast support of our families. We don’t give up the ship.

Question 15

15 Leadership Traits

hint: JJ did tie buckle H

Answer 15

Justice, Judgment, Decisiveness, Initiative Dependability, Tact, Integrity, Endurance, Bearing, Unselfishness, Courage, Knowledge, Loyalty, Enthusiasm, Honor

Question 16

CNO’s 4 Core Attributes to Guide Navy Leaders (short list)

Answer 16

Integrity, Accountability, Initiative, Toughness