TC 3-21.5 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the primary purpose of drill and ceremony?

A

It enables leaders to move an individual or a unit from one place to another in an orderly manner. It also aids in disciplinary training by instilling habits of precision and response to a leaders orders.

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2
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What are the three types of steps in D&C?

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30 Inch Quick Time, 15 Inch Step, 30 Inch Double Time

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3
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List the four steps that use the 15 inch step?

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Left Step, Right Step, Rear March, Half Step

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4
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What are the 5 types of Drill Commands?

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Two Part
• Supplementary
• Combined
• Directive
• Mass

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5
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What are the two parts of most drill commands?

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Preparatory command and the command of execution.

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What are the two parts of most drill commands?

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Preparatory command and the command of execution.

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What is a formation?

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The arrangement of elements of a unit in a prescribed manner.

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What is a rank?

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A line, which is only one element in depth.

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9
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What is a file?

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A column, which has a front of only one element.

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10
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What are the four rest positions that can be given at the halt?

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Parade Rest, Stand At Ease, At Ease, and Rest.

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11
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What commands can be given from Rest?

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Attention and At Ease.

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12
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Define cadence.

A

A uniform rhythm used in marching.

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13
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What is quick time cadence?

A

120 steps per minute.

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14
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What is double time cadence?

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180 steps per minute.

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15
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What is the only command that can be given from Inspection Arms, when performing drill with the M16?

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Ready; Port, Arms.

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16
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What is the “Blue Book”?

A

The drill manual used by Baron Von Steuben (a former Prussian officer) to train the Colonial Army. It preceded the FM 22-5. It was known as “The Regulations for the Order and Discipline of the Troops of the United States.” This book was the first Army Field Manual.