Section 112

Question 1

Discuss the principles of Operational Maneuver from the Sea (OMFTS).

Answer 1

FUGPIE

• Focuses on an operational objective
• Uses the sea as maneuver space
• Generates overwhelming tempo and momentum
• Pits strength against weakness
• Emphasizes intelligence, deceptions, and flexibility
• Integrates all organic, joint, and combined assets

Question 2

Discuss the law and regulations that govern Humanitarian and Civic Assistance (HCA) Programs and explain in detail some of the elements of the law.

Answer 2

Title 10, GS Code, Section 401

Must be carried out in conjunction with host nation.

Shall complement and may not duplicate any other form of assistance provided to the host nation by another U.S. agency.

Assistance must be approved by Department of State.

Question 3

Discuss two MOOTWs.

Answer 3

Humanitarian assistance

Show of force operations

Question 4

Define MOUT.

Answer 4

Military Operations on Urban Terrain

Military actions planned and conducted on terrain where manmade construction is the dominant feature. It includes combat in cities, which involves house-to-house and street-by-street fighting in towns and cities.

Question 5

Define Rules of Engagement.

Answer 5

Directives issued by competent military authority which outline the circumstances under which US forces will initiate and/or continue combat with other forces.

For USMC, these are usually set by the JTF Commander.

Question 6

Name the operations that represent irregular warfare.

Answer 6

Counter Terrorism

Foreign Internal Defense

Counterinsurgency Operations

Stability Operations