Pre-ODS Knowledge Flashcards
What is the Oath of Office?
I do solemnly swear to 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 of purpose of evasion; and that I willwell and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am a out to enter. So help me God.
What is the Sailor’s Creed?
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.
What is the Mission of the Navy?
The mission of the Navy is to maintain, train, and equip combat-ready Naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression, and maintaining freedom of the seas.
Who is the first person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the first person in the Chain of Command is, the President of the United States, Barack Obama.
Who is the second person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the second person in the Chain of Command is, the Vice President of the United States, Joe Biden.
Who is the third person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the third person in the Chain of Command is, the Secretary of Defense, Ashton Carter.
Who is the fourth person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the fourth person in the Chain of Command is, the Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus.
Who is the fifth person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the fifth person in the Chain of Command is, the Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral, Jonathan Greenert.
Who is the sixth person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the sixth person in the Chain of Command is, the Commander, NETC
Who is the seventh person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the seventh person in the Chain of Command is, the Commander, NSTC
Who is the eighth person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the eighth person in the Chain of Command is, the CO, OTC Newport
Who is the ninth person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the ninth person in the Chain of Command is, the XO, OTC Newport
Who is the tenth person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the tenth person in the Chain of Command is, the ODS Department Head
Who is the 11th person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the 11th person in the Chain of Command is, the ODS Lead Instructor
Who is the 12th person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the 12th person in the Chain of Command is, the Class Officer
Who is the 13th person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the 13th person in the Chain of Command is, the Class Chief Petty Officer
Who is the 14th person in the Chain of Command?
Sir/ Ma’am, the 14th person in the Chain of Command is, the Division Officer
What are the Navy Core Values?
Honor
Courage
Commitment
Define the Navy Core Value of Honor.
I am accountable for my professional and personal behavior. I will be mindful of the privilege I have to serve my fellow Americans.
Define the Navy Core Value of Courage.
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.
Define the Navy Core Value of Commitment.
The day-to-day 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.
What is the 1st Principle of Naval Leadership?
Know yourself and seek self-improvement.
What is the 2nd Principle of Naval Leadership?
Be technically & tactically proficient.
What is the 3rd Principle of Naval Leadership?
Know your subordinates and lookout for their welfare.
What is the 4th Principle of Naval Leadership?
Keep your subordinates informed.
What is the 5th Principle of Naval Leadership?
Set the example.
What is the 6th Principle of Naval Leadership?
Ensure the task is understood, supervised, and accomplished.
What is the 7th Principle of Naval Leadership?
Train your unit as a team.
What is the 8th Principle of Naval Leadership?
Make sound and timely decisions.
What is the 9th Principle of Naval Leadership?
Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates.
What is the 10th Principle of Naval Leadership?
Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities.
What is the 11th Principle of Naval Leadership?
Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.
What is The Navy Ethos?
We are the United States Navy, our Nation’s sea power- ready guardians of peace, victorious in war.
We are professional Sailors and civilians- a diverse and agile force exemplifying the highest standards of service to our Nation, at home and abroad, at sea and a shore.
Integrity is the foundation of our conduct; respect for others is fundamental to our character; decisive leadership crucial to our success.
We are a team, disciplined and well-prepared, committed to mission accomplishment. We are unwavering in our dedication and accountability to our shipmates and families.
We are patriots, forged by the Navy’s core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment. In times of peace and war, our actions reflect our proud heritage and tradition.
We defend our Nation and prevail in the face of adversity with strength, determination, and dignity. We are the United States Navy.
What is the first verse of Anchor’s Aweigh?
Stand, Navy, out to sea;
Fight our battle cry;
We’ll never change our course,
So vicious foe steer shy-y-y-y-y.
Roll out the TNT, Anchor’s Aweigh. Sail on to
Victory and sink their bones to Davy Jones,
Hooray!
What is the second verse of Anchor’s Aweigh?
Anchors Aweigh, my boys, Anchors Aweigh. Farewell to foreign shores, We sail at break of day-ay-ay-ay. Through our last night on shore, Drink to the foam, Until we meet once more. Here’s wishing you a happy voyage home.
What is the third verse of Anchor’s Aweigh?
Blue of the Mighty Deep; Gold of God’s great sun
Let these our colors be
till all time be done, done, done, done,
On Seven Seas we learn Navy’s stern call:
Faith, courage, service true
with honor over, honor over all.
What is the first article of the Code of Conduct?
Sir/Ma’am the first article of the Code of Conduct is:
- I am an America, fighting in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life if their defense.
What is the second article of the Code of Conduct?
Sir/Ma’am the second article of the Code of Conduct is:
- I will never surrender on my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist.
What is the third article of the Code of Conduct?
Sir/Ma’am the third article of the Code of Conduct is:
- If captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.
What is the fourth article of the Code of Conduct?
Sir/Ma’am the fourth article of the Code of Conduct is:
- If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any actions which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me, and I will back them up in every way.
What is the fifth article of the Code of Conduct?
Sir/Ma’am the fifth article of the Code of Conduct is:
- When questioned, should I become a prisoner of way, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.
What is the sixth article of the Code of Conduct?
Sir/Ma’am the sixth article of the Code of Conduct is:
- I will never forget that I am an American, fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.
What is the first General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the first General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Take charge of this post and all government property in view.
What is the second General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the second General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.
What is the third General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the third General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.
What is the fourth General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the fourth General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Report all calls from from posts more distant from the guardhouse than my own.
What is the fifth General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the fifth General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Quit my post only when properly relieved.
What is the sixth General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the sixth General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Receive, obey, and pass onto the sentry who relieves me all orders from the Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, and Officers and Petty Officers of the Watch.
What is the seventh General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the seventh General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Talk to no one except in the line of duty.
What is the eighth General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the eighth General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
What is the ninth General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the ninth General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Call the petty officer of the watch in any case not covered in by instructions.
What is the tenth General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the tenth General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Salute all officers, and all colors and standards not cased.
What is the eleventh General Order of the Sentry?
Sir/Ma’am the eleventh General Order of the Sentry is to:
- Be especially watchful at night, and during the time for challenging, challenge all persons on or near my post, and allow no one to pass without proper authority.
What is the mnemonic to remember the 15 Leadership Traits?
JJ DID TIE BUCKLE-H
What does JJ DID TIE BUCKLE-H stand for?
15 Leadership Traits:
1) Judgement
2) Justice
3) Decisiveness
4) Initiative
5) Dependability
6) Tact
7) Integrity
8) Endurance
9) Bearing
10) Unselfishness
11) Courage
12) Knowledge
13) Loyalty
14) Enthusiasm
15) Honor
