Ranger Challenge Flashcards
Memorization
- What are the five major terrain features, 3 minor, and two supplementary terrain features?
- Major: Hill, Valley, Ridge, Saddle, Depression
- Minor: Draw, Spur, Cliff
- Supplementary: Cut, Fill
- What are the three types of contour lines?
- Index, Intermediate, Supplementary
- Back azimuths, grid to magnetic, and magnetic to grid conversions
- If your azimuth is below 180 degrees: add 180 degrees
- If your azimuth is above 180 degrees: subtract 180 degrees
- Easterly GM angle: grid to magnetic you subtract GM angle, magnetic to grid you add GM angle
- Westerly GM angle: grid to magnetic you add GM angle, magnetic to grid you subtract GM angle
- What are the three norths and what do they depict?
- True – Geographic north pole
- Magnetic - points to magnetic north pole
- Grid -North on the map
- What are the three questions you ask an injured soldier after before approaching to administer first aid?
- Can you return fire? Can you get to cover? Can you perform self-aid?
- While in care under fire, what is the only treatment that should be used to control bright red blood squirting from an extremity?
- Tourniquet (TQ)
- What does MARCH stand for?
- Massive hemorrhaging
- Airway
- Respiratory
- Circulation
- Head injury/ Hypothermia
- What are the 9 Lines of a MEDEVAC request?
-Line 1: Location of pick-up site
-Line 2: Radio Frequency, call sign, and suffix
-Line 3: Number of patients by precedence
-Line 4: Special Equipment Required
-Line 5: Number of patients by type
-Line 6: Security at the pick-up site
-Line 7: Method of Marking pick-up site
-Line 8: Patient Nationality and Status
-Line 9: NBC Contamination
- How many lines of the 9-Line are required to get the MEDEVAC helicopter off the ground?
- 5 to fly
- What caliber bullet does the M4 rifle shoot?
- 5.56 mm
- What does C-SPORTS stand for?
- Confirm
- Slap
- Pull
- Observe
- Release
- Tap
- Shoot
- What is the max effective range of the M4
- Point Target : 500m Area Target: 600m
- What are the 4 fundamentals of marksmanship?
- Steady Position
- Aiming
- Breathing
- Trigger Control
- What distance is considered danger close?
- 600 meters and closer
- What are the two methods of doing a call for fire mission?
- Grid and Polar
- What does BDA stand for?
- Battle damage assessment
- What does TTLODAC stand for?
-Target
-Trigger
-Location
-Observer
-Delivery System
-Attack Guidance
-Communication
- What is the technique that is used when attempting to put accurate rounds on target?
- Bracketing
- What is the effective casualty producing radius of the M67 Fragmentation?
- 15 meters
- What are the 5 different positions to throw a grenade?
- Standing
- Prone-to-standing
- Prone-to-kneeling
- Kneeling
- Alternate prone
- How long does the M18 Colored Smoke burn for?
- 50 to 90 Seconds
- What are the color/makings for the ABC-M7A2 and ABC-M7A3 CS Riot Control grenades?
- Both grenades have grey bodies with a red band and red markings
How many Miles equal one degree?
17.78
How many Mils equal one degree?
17.78
Regulation on Wear and Appearance of the Uniform
AR 670-1 and DA Pam 670-1
Regulation on Wear and Appearance of the Uniform
AR 670-1 and DA Pam 670-1
Regulation on Drill and Ceremony
TC 3-21.5
Land Navigation Army Reg
TC 3-25.26
How Many Types of Army Rehearsals and What Do they Consist Of?
Backbrief: subordinate soldier describes the mission/task to a higher authority
Combined Arms Rehearsal: A rehearsal where subordinate units synchronize their plan with each other
Support Rehearsal: A rehearsal that synchronizes each warfighting function with the overall operation
Battle Drill/SOP Rehearsal: A rehearsal where all participants understand a technique or specific set of procedures
What are PCCs and PCIs?
Pre-Combat Check (PCC)
●Emphasize areas, missions, or tasks required for upcoming missions. Squad and section leaders perform the PCC missions. Squad and section leaders perform the PCC
Pre-Combat Inspection (PCI)
●A formal, time-intensive inspection executed before the mission, to ensure Soldiers and vehicles are fully prepared for mission execution. PCIs enable the platoon leader to check the platoon’s operational readiness
preparation drill
bend and reach
Rear lunge
High jumper
Rower
Squatbender
Windmill
Forward Lunge
Prone roll
Bent Leg Body Twist
Pushup
Troop Leading Procedures
- Receive the Mission
- Issue a Warning Order
- Make a Tentative Plan
- Initiate Movement
- Conduct Reconnaissance
- Complete the Plan
- Issue the Order
- Supervise and Refine
8-Step Training Model
Step 1 – Plan the Training Event
Step 2 – Train and Certify Leaders
Step 3 – Recon the Training Site
Step 4 – Issue the event Operation Order Step 5 – Rehearse
Step 6 – Execute the Training
Step 7 – Conduct an After Action Review Step
8 – Conduct Retraining
What are the seven Army Values?
The 7 Army Values Are:
Leadership
Duty
Respect
Selfless Service
Honor
Integrity
Personal Courage
Who is our SMSI and what does SMSI stand for?
- The Senior Military Science Instructor is MSG Roosa
Senior Military Science Instructor (SMSI)
What is the role of a noncommissioned officer?
Noncomissioned Officers are charged with the care, training, education, and readiness of every soldier in the U.S. Army.
TC 7-22.7-The Noncommissioned Officer Guide
This military endurance test is a road march in which participants must carry a 25 lb ruck for 30km. What is this event called?
The answer is the Norwegian Foot March
When meeting an officer in the open, how far away should you be before rendering the hand salute?
You render a hand salute 6 paces away from meeting an officer in the open.
AR 600-25 Customs and Courtesies
Name three lethal weapons that the U.S. Army utilizes.
Three weapons the military uses are the M4A1 Carbine, The M249 Machine Gun, and the M240 Bravo
What does UCMJ stand for?
UCMJ stands for the Uniform Code of Military Justice
What are the Warrior Ethos?
The Warrior Ethos Are:
I will always place the mission first
I will never accept defeat
I will never quit
I will never leave a fallen comrade
What is your proudest achievement?
My proudest achievement is my Father pinning my airborne wings at Airborne graduation
What form is a developmental counseling form conducted on?
The form is a DA Form 4856
3 Types:
-Event counseling.
-Performance counseling.
-Professional growth counseling.
What is the maximum allowable percent body fat standard for 17-20 year old?
The maximum allowable percent body fat for a 17-20 year old male is 20%.
Reference: AR 600-9
What is the purpose of an open-door policy?
The purpose of an open-door policy is to foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and mutual respect commanders and their soldiers
What does the acronym SPORTS stand for?
SPORTS stands for:
Slap
Pull
Observe
Release
Tap
Shoot
Can you name 10/10 of the PRT exercises?
The 10 PRT Exercises are the following
Bend and Reach
Rear Lunge
High Jumper
Rower
Squatbender
Windmill
Forward Lunge
Prone Roll
Bent Leg Body Twist
Pushup
Be Right Here Real Soon We Found Privates Behind Popeyes
What is remedial action?
Remedial Action is the second alternative to fixing a malfunction after you have attempted immediate action. In remedial action you are removing the mag, inspecting the bolt face for any possible malfunctions and the mag. Once verified, put your mag back into the weapon and try to fire.
What is immediate action?
Immediate Action is a tap rack reassess. It is used when you get a malfunction
What are the 8 cycles of function? (MSIII)
The 8 Cycles of Function Are:
Feeding
Chambering
Locking
Firing
Unlocking
Extracting
Ejecting
Cocking
FCLFUEEC
How many principles of training are there? What are they? (FM 7-0)
There are 10 Principles of Training:
1. Commanders are responsible for training
2. NCOs train individuals, crews, and small teams
3. Train as a combined arms and joint team
4. Train for combat proficiency
5. Train to standard using appropriate doctrine
6. Train to adapt
7. Train to maintain and sustain
8. Train using multi-echelon techniques
9. Train to sustain proficiency
10. Train and develop leaders
FM 7-0
How much does an M4 weigh? (TC 3-22.9)
An M4 with a 30 round magazine weighs 7.5 Pounds
TC 3-22.9
How many bones are in the human body?
There are 206 Bones in the human body
Who was the Commander in Chief at the start of the War in Iraq?
Tommy Franks
What branch is CPT Anderson?
CPT Anderson is an AG officer (Adjutant General)
Which two cadre have been to the Military Mountaineering Course?
I do not know the answer to this
What is considered satisfactory progress in the Army Body Composition Program?
a weight loss of 3 to 8 pounds or a 1% reduction in body fat each month
AR 600-9
When are AGSU’s mandatory for all soldiers to wear?
October 1st, 2027.
What is the Army profession?
Army Profession defines the essence of what it means to be a Soldier
ADP 6-22
What is the difference between a resection and intersection?
In resection, the one point with unknown coordinates is occupied and sightings are taken to the known points
In intersection, the two points with known coordinates are occupied and sightings are taken to the unknown point.
What does the bugle play before performing military funeral honors?
Taps
What are the phases of TCCC?
The Phases of TCCC are:
-Care Under Fire
-Tactical Field Care
-Tactical Evacuation Care
Name 3 of the 4 common points for checking pulse
Places to check for a pulse are the:
-Radial
-Carotid
-Femoral
Which uniforms allow for exposed pens?
There are 4 pens allowed for exposed pens under AR 670-1:
hospital duty
food service
CVC
flight uniforms.
How far down the face can sideburns extend?
Sideburns will not
extend below the lowest part of the exterior ear opening.
AR 670-1
When are ACU/OCP sleeves allowed to be rolled inward?
Authorized by the commander.
Typically in a field setting or for safety from the heat.
What three items on the ACU coat must be sewn on together?
name tape, U.S. Army tape, and grade insignia
If badges are sewn on to the ACU coat, must rank, nametape, and US Army tape be sewn on?
Yes it is all or nothing
How is the Patrol Cap to be worn?
Parallel with the marching surface
What are the 3 ways pants can be bloused? How low can pants be bloused on the boot?
Boot Blouses, Socks (Inside), Tucked
third eyelet of the boot
What is the max range of the M249
The M249’s range for a point target is 700 meters
Max range is 3600 Meters
What is the effective range of the M240?
800–1,800 m
How many targets must be counted as ‘hits’ to qualify marksman on an M4 popup range? Sharpshooter? Expert?
Marksman: 23
Sharpshooter: 30
Expert: 36 and up
The operations of the War in Afghanistan are generally classified under the acronym OEF. What does OEF stand for?
Operation Enduring Freedom
When was Auburn Army ROTC established?
1916
Who is the current CJCS? (Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff)
Charles Q. Brown, Jr
Who is the current Army Chief of Staff?
General Randy George
Who is the current Sergeant Major of the Army?
SGM Weimer
How many stripes are on the American flag?
13 stripes
What school is the Army’s premier leadership school? Graduates are awarded a tab to be worn on the left shoulder.
The Army Ranger School
A soldier can be exempt from height/weight/tape if they score this on the ACFT? What must they score in each event?
540 and 80 in each event
What battle did the phrase “War Eagle” originate from?
Battle of the Wilderness
Who is the current Secretary of Defense?
Lloyd J. Austin III
How far above the pocket should the DUI be worn when no unit awards are worn?
When no unit awards are worn, a DUI should be worn 1/4 inch above the pocket.
How is the nameplate to be worn on the ASU/AGSU?
on the flap of the right breast pocket, centered from right to left, and from the top of the button to the top of the pocket
What is the name of the eagle in the Nichols lobby?
IDK
What are the five elements of Army physical fitness? (FM 21-20)
According to FM 21-20, the five elements of Army physical fitness are:
cardiovascular endurance,
muscular strength,
muscular endurance,
flexibility, and
body composition
What is DA Form 705?
Army Physical Fitness Test Scorecard
What is a basic loadout for the M4?
at least seven 30-round magazines
What are the two basic elements of sight picture?
sight alignment (lining up the front and rear sights of a firearm) and target placement
Name the different categories of malfunctions for the M4 rifle?
Double Feeding and Failure to fire cartridge.
What does CLP stand for?
“Clean,” “Lubricate” and “Protect.”
The M249 and M240 are classified as what type of weapons?
Crew-served weapon
A crew-served weapon is a weapon system that is issued to a crew of two or more people.
What is the highest award for valor?
Medal of Honor
What 3 badges can be awarded for completion of E3B training?
Expert Infantry Badge (EIB)
Expert Soldier Badge (ESB)
Expert Field Medical Badge (EFMB)
What is the role of the CSM/1SG?
Senior enlisted advisor to CO/BC
Define responsibility as it pertains to the Army?
being accountable for one’s actions, conduct, and performance
Explain your understanding of the role of the chain of command?
the line of authority and responsibility along which orders are passed within a military unit and between different units
What is military bearing?
a soldier’s ability to demonstrate confidence, discipline, and attitude in their everyday life, both on and off duty
What are the three levels of Army leadership? T____, S___, O_____
The three levels of Army leadership are: Direct, Organizational, and Strategic
ADP 6-22 Army Leadership
What are the core competencies of an Army Leader?
Self-awareness
Character
Communication
Confidence
Decision making
Relationship building
Commitment to learning
What are the attributes of an Army Leader?
Character, Presence, Intellect
Why must a leader introduce stress into Army training?
To simulate combat environments, develop mental toughness, and prepare soldiers for high-pressure situations they may face in real combat.
What are the three main categories of developmental counseling’s?
What is the 1/3, 2/3 rule?
A third of a time to the deadline to plan and then 2/3rds provided for readiness
Apply the 1/3, 2/3. You have 90 minutes to complete your mission, how much time do you have to plan? (MSII-MSIII)
What is nonjudicial punishment?
What are the three types of Article 15s?
Summarized, field, company
What are the punishments for a field grade article 15?
What is the highest military court? (MSIII)
General court martial
If you were to become a prisoner of war (POW) what information would you be required to give your captors under the Military Code of Conduct?
Name
Rank
Service number
Birth date
What Civil War battle had the most casualties?
What is one nickname that General Ulysses Grant was know by?
Unconditional surrender grant
What General was the Supreme Allied Commander of Europe during WWII?
How many amendments are in the constitution?
27
How many articles are in the Constitution? What does article 2 cover?
7 Articles:
Article 2: the Executive Branch
What are the first 10 amendments of the constitution called?
Bill of Rights
What is the Army’s birthday?
June 14, 1775
When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
August 2, 1776
What is the bloodiest war in American history?
What day was D Day?
June 6th, 1944
President Truman authorized the use of two atomic bombs to strike what two cities in Japan?
What is one scenario in which a salute is not required to be rendered to an officer?
What is one scenario where you would salute indoors?
Reporting to an officer for UCMJ
What is a TEWT and how is it conducted?
Tactical Exercise Without Troops
Training
What is an AAR and why is it important?
After Action Review
AARs are important to improve everything we do in the army. By keeping continuity, theoretically, the army will become better over time.
What is a battle drill?
Actions made in response to battle occurrences
What is battle drill 1?
Reacting to Direct Fire Contact
Why is a risk assessment important and what does DRAW stand for?
Deliberate
Risk
Assessment
Worksheet
Risk assessment is important to ensure the safety of the soldiers
What are the 5 basic fundamentals that commanders and leaders must use? (MSII-III)
Move, shoot, communicate, sustain, secure
What is the Army’s number 1 priority? (Fm 7-0)
Readiness
What is intersection? Resection? — Know the steps (MSIII)
Intersection: You have two known points and an unknown point ahead. You get an asmith from both points and draw the lines. The intersection is your unknown points
Resection: Finding your own location by sighting two landmarks. Get an asmith to both and then back asmith. The intersection on the back asmith is your location
The Army trains to what? _______ and ________ our nations…
Deploy, win, wars
One of the Army’s primary optics is the CCO. What does CCO stand for.
Close combat optic
What is the mission/purpose of the Army?
What are the 3 types of contour lines?
Index, Intermediate, Supplementary
How many mils are in one degree? (MSIII)
17.78
What is the unique feature of type O negative blood?
It can be given to anyone
What are the 3 steps of TCCC?
Care under fire, tactical field care, tactical evacuation care
How would you control bleeding in the armpit, groin, or neck? (MSII-III)
Pack it with hemostatic gauze and hold tight pressure for 5 minutes. Wrap after.
How is a hasty tourniquet applied? Where would you never apply a tourniquet? (MSII-III)
High a tight. The neck lol
What are the three types of operations orders? (MSII-III)
OPORD, WARNO, FRAGO
What are the three types of individual movement techniques used in combat?
Low crawl, high crawl, 3-5 second rush
What is the difference between cover and concealment?
With cover, you cannot be hit by enemy fire and the enemy can not see you. With concealment, the enemy can not see you very well but you can still be hit.
What is a PACE plan? Give an example of an appropriate PACE plan? (MSII-III)
Primary, Alternate, Contingency, Emergency Plan
It is your emergency plan for any medical emergency. For example you should have a map in every CONOP showing the closest hospital and/or aid such as medevac.
What does METT-TC stand for?
Mission
Enemy
Terrain
Troops Available
Time
Civilian considerations
What is the PSGs primary responsibility? What does MWE stand for? Men, ____, _____ (MSIII)
The PSGs responsibility is prepping the men. He is in charge of logistics, medical aid (PACE), and ensuring the formation is maintained. Men Women Equipment?
What are the four letter grades you can get on a Blue SOAR Card? (MSIII)
P- preferable
E-excellent
What does USACC stand for?wm
Us army cadet command
Who is the War Eagle Battalion cadet battalion commander? (MSI)
Matt Sullivan
Who is the Command Sergeant Major of Cadet Command? (MSIII)
Roy A Young
What are your Army General Orders
- I will guard everything within the limits of my post, and quit my post when properly relieved.
- I will obey my special orders and perform all of my duties in a military manner.
- I will report violations of my special orders, emergencies, and anything not covered in my instructions to the commander of relief
