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Lesson U1C1L1 - FIT Questions

1. (U1C1L1:Q1) If someone asked you about what you expect to get out of Army JROTC, which one of the following responses would you use to best inform them about the mission and purpose of JROTC?

A) "We expect to learn military skills as future soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines for our armed forces. That's the purpose of JROTC."

B) "We expect to develop the skills and participate in a variety of experiences and leadership situations to help us become better citizens. That's the mission of JROTC."

C) "We expect to participate in an alternative method of normal classroom learning. That's the purpose of JROTC."

D) "We expect to save our future employers training dollars by learning leadership skills in JROTC. That's the mission of JROTC."

2. (U1C1L1:Q2) A friend of yours tells you that citizenship can't be developed in a classroom. She believes that people learn citizenship skills from their families. Which of the following answers would you use to best demonstrate your citizenship skills, and to best explain how Army JROTC develops citizenship?

A) "Army JROTC does teach citizenship skills with classroom discussions and public speaking opportunities."

B) "Families can set the foundation for good citizenship, but Army JROTC helps promote it further through projects outside of the home."

C) "I know what you mean, that's why we have study groups that cover a variety of academic subjects both in and out of the classroom."

D) "Army JROTC teaches us how we could be good citizens by joining the Army or one of the other armed services."

3. (U1C1L1:Q4) The JROTC Instructor asked your friend what he knew about Army JROTC. He replied that he had heard both good and bad things about it. He also said that he thought it would be a good place to learn leadership, but that he was sure he wasn't going to like some of the challenges. The instructor smiled because she liked his answer, then she thanked your friend for his candor. Your friend didn't know what that meant, so the instructor asked you if you knew.

What should you say?A) Candor means fairness, openness, and frankness.B) Candor means obligation, devotion, and duty.C) Candor means poise, certainty, and self-belief.D) Candor is integrity, moral fiber, and disposition.

4. (U1C1L1:G1) What is the mission of Army JROTC?A) To train young men and women in Army tactics.B) To help students graduate from high school.C) To increase enlistment in the Armed Forces.D) To motivate young people to be better citizens.

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5. (U1C1L2:Q1) Arrange the following sentences in order to best explain the evolution of Army JROTC into what it is today.

(A.) Captain Alden Partridge founded the American Literary, Scientific, and Military Academy, now known as Norwich University, in Norwich, Vermont in 1819.

(B.) The ancient Greeks, the Romans, the Japanese, and feudal Europeans all had their own schools for military education.

(C.) Army JROTC is active in more than 1,500 high schools in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Asia, Europe, and the Caribbean.

(D.) Captain Partridge's idea of combining drill practice and physical conditioning, language training, mathematics, law, and military history was so successful that it quickly spread to other schools.

(E.) Congress passed the National Defense Act and created ROTC and JROTC "To motivate young people to be better citizens."

A) B, A, D, E, CB) B, E, A, D, CC) B, D, A, C, ED) B, E, D, A, C

6. (U1C1L2:Q2) Teamwork is the ability to work well with others towards a common goal. It is one of the hallmarks of Army JROTC. If you were describing some of the activities you do in JROTC to develop teamwork, what would you most likely be talking about?

A) Classes that teach the dangers of substance abuseB) Drill and ceremonies, first aid, and map readingC) Goal-setting and financial planningD) The importance of diet and exercise in maintaining good health

7. (U1C1L2:G1) When was JROTC established by Congress?A) 1961B) 1916C) 1776D) 1830

8. (U1C1L2:G2) Name the congressional act that launched the JROTC program.A) The Civil Rights ActB) The No Child Left Behind ActC) The National Fitness ActD) The National Defense Act of 1916

9. (U1C1L2:G3) Where in the U.S. was the first JROTC program established as the American Literary, Scientific, and Military Academy?

A) ConnecticutB) VirginiaC) Sacramento, CaliforniaD) Norwich, Vermont

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10. (U1C1L2:G4) One of the goals of the JROTC curriculum is to encourage students to graduate from _____________.

A) CollegeB) High SchoolC) Basic TrainingD) Two-Year Colleges

11. (U1C1L2:G5) T or F: One of the LET goals for Cadets is to get Cadets to graduate from high school.

A) TrueB) False

12. (U1C1L2:G6) T or F: One of the LET goals is to get Cadets to join the military service.A) TrueB) False

13. (U1C1L2:G8) JROTC was established in the year ___________ by an act of Congress.A) 1942B) 1902C) 1916D) 1776

14. (U1C1L2:G9) The academy in Norwich, Vermont, which had the first JROTC program was the ___________ Academy.

A) American Literary, Scientific, and MilitaryB) MilitaryC) West PointD) American Military

15. (U1C1L2:G10) T or F: The mission of JROTC is to train citizen soldiers for the future of the U.S.

A) TrueB) False


16. (U1C1L3:Q1) From highest to lowest, what is the correct order of Cadet officer ranks?A)

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B)

C)

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17. (U1C1L3:Q2) If you met a Cadet with this rank, how should you greet her?

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A) "Good morning, Cadet Staff Sergeant." B) "Good morning, Cadet Sergeant First Class."C) "Good morning, Cadet Master Sergeant."D) "Good morning, Ma'am."

18. (U1C1L3:G2) Define "chain of command."A) Number of immediate subordinates under one's control.B) The succession of leaders through which authority passes down the ranks.C) The pyramid of authority.D) The rank or grade held by a Cadet JROTC member.

19. (U1C1L3:G3) What is the purpose of using the chain of command?A) To prevent lawsuits against enlisted personnel.B) To limit the number of individuals in one's span of control.C) To ensure the unity of a command.D) It ensures that all members are working together as a team to accomplish their

individual tasks and those of the unit.

20. (U1C1L3:G4) Define "span of control."A) The number of immediate subordinates, one commander, or leader can effectively

control, supervise, or direct.B) Synonymous with chain of command.C) The duties of the S-2, who is responsible for staff matters pertaining to security.D) The number of supervisors one answers to in any given day.

21. (U1C1L3:G6) Explain the difference between the military terms "ranks" and "grade."A) Rank is a title indicating a Soldier's position and responsibility, while grade is a

letter/number combination denoting a Soldier's pay rate.B) Rank applies only to enlisted Soldiers, while grade applies to officers.C) Rank is from O-2 to O-6, while grade is from PFC to E-8.D) Rank has to do with a drill movement, while grade refers to LET-level.

22. (U1C1L3:G7) What category of Soldier holds the grades of E-1 through E-9?A) Retired SoldiersB) OfficersC) Army Reserve Soldiers

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D) Enlisted Soldiers

23. (U1C1L3:G9) What category of Soldier holds the grades of O-1 through O-6?A) Officers over the age of thirty.B) Master sergeants and top sergeants.C) RetireesD) Company and field grade officers

24. (U1C1L3:G10) What category of Soldier holds the grades of O-7 through O-11?A) Warrant officersB) Only those who work in the PentagonC) General officersD) Army personnel only

25. (U1C1L3:G13) A company consists of a headquarters section and at least two ______________.

A) BattalionsB) TeamsC) SquadsD) Platoons

26. (U1C1L3:G14) T or F: Noncommissioned officers are not in supervisory positions over personnel in lower grades.

A) TrueB) False

27. (U1C1L3:G15) T or F: Commissioned officers are appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate.

A) TrueB) False

28. (U1C1L3:G18) Each ____________ is composed of a headquarters section and at least two or three squads.

A) SquadB) TeamC) BattalionD) Platoon

29. (U1C1L3:G19) What is the rank of a JROTC Battalion Commander?A) Cadet LieutenantB) Cadet Lieutenant ColonelC) Cadet CaptainD) Cadet Major

30. (U1C1L3:G20) What is the rank of a JROTC Company Commander?A) Cadet MajorB) Cadet CaptainC) Cadet Lieutenant ColonelD) Cadet First Sergeant

31. (U1C1L3:G21) What is the rank of a JROTC Battalion Executive Officer?

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A) Cadet CaptainB) Cadet ColonelC) Cadet MajorD) Cadet General

32. (U1C1L3:G23) What are the primary responsibilities of the Battalion S-3?A) To answer media questions.B) To assist the Battalion Commander in the preparation, conduct, and supervision of all

Cadet battalion training activities.C) To track JROTC inventory of property.D) To advise the staff on the conditions of all weapons.

33. (U1C1L3:G29) Name the duties and responsibilities of a Cadet.A) Properly wear the uniform.B) Take care of equipment.C) Be on time for official formations.D) All of the above

34. (U1C1L3:G31) The number of immediate subordinates, one commander, or leader can effectively control, supervise, or direct describes the leader's ______________.

A) Unity of commandB) Span of controlC) Chain of commandD) Pyramid of authority

35. (U1C1L3:G32) A _____________ consists of a headquarters section and at least two platoons.

A) CompanyB) TeamC) BattalionD) Brigade

36. (U1C1L3:G42) Who is responsible for the formation, appearance, training, and discipline of their team members?

A) The Battalion XOB) The platoon leadersC) The squad leadersD) The team leaders

37. (U1C1L3:G46) What is the principal Cadet enlisted assistant to the battalion commander?A) The battalion command sergeant majorB) The platoon leaderC) The battalion adjutant (or S-1)D) The Cadet XO

38. (U1C1L3:G47) Who is directly responsible for a platoon of Cadets?A) The command or sergeant majorB) The executive officer (or XO)C) A platoon leader (or Cadet 2nd Lieutenant)D) The battalion adjutant

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39. (U1C1L3:G52) Who is responsible for all the battalion does or fails to do?A) The Executive OfficerB) The Senior Army InstructorC) The Command Sergeant MajorD) The Battalion Commander

40. (U1C1L3:G55)______________ are those personnel who have advanced above the first three entry level positions and are in a supervisory position over personnel in lower grades.

A) Non-commissioned officersB) OfficersC) Enlisted personnelD) Warrant officers

41. (U1C1L3:G59) Another name for the Battalion Command Sergeant Major is _____________.

A) CSMB) S-1C) Logistics officerD) Training officer

42. (U1C1L3:G68) Whose responsibility is it to form up the squad correctly?A) The Squad LeaderB) The Company CommanderC) The Platoon SergeantD) The Battalion X-O

43. (U1C1L3:G70) T or F:A Platoon leader must enforce all orders from superiors whether or not the platoon leader agrees with them.

A) TrueB) False


44. (U1C1L4:Q1) While talking about awards with some other Cadets, your friend asks everyone which award they would most like to receive. While the others talked about individual awards, you were thinking about an award that would reflect your skill as a leader. Which award are you thinking about?

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A) Distinguished Cadet Award for Scholastic ExcellenceB) Honor Unit with DistinctionC) Varsity Athletic RibbonD) U. S. Army Recruiting Command Award for JROTC

45. (U1C1L4:Q3) Institutional awards are presented by superintendents, principles, and Army instructors. They recognize achievement and participation in a variety of areas. Army JROTC categorizes some awards as having more merit than others.

The order of merit for individual awards, from highest to lowest is:A) Academic, athletic, military, miscellaneousB) Academic, military, athletic, miscellaneousC) Military, academic, athletic, miscellaneousD) Military, athletic, academic, miscellaneous

46. (U1C1L4:G2) What are two kinds of awards given to Cadets?A) Team and squad awardsB) Personal awards and public awardsC) Unit awards and individual awardsD) Physical Fitness Awards and Academic Achievement Awards

47. (U1C1L4:G3) Where is the Merit Unit insignia worn on a class A or B uniform?A) Above the right shirt pocket.B) Centered over the left shirt button pocket.C) On the shoulder board above the rank designators.D) None of the above

48. (U1C1L4:G4) What color is the Honor Unit with Distinction insignia and where is it worn?A) The yellow five-pointed star is worn above the right pocket of the class A or B

uniform.B) The blue six-pointed star is worn above the right pocket.C) The red triangle is worn above the left pocket of class A or B uniforms.D) The yellow five-pointed star is worn on the shoulder boards of a uniform.

49. (U1C1L4:G9) T or F: The Recruiting Ribbon is awarded to those Cadets who are recruited into the military while in high school.

A) True

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B) False

50. (U1C1L4:G20) Which awards come first in the order of merit -military awards, athletic awards, or academic awards?

A) Military awardsB) Athletic awardsC) Academic awardsD) All have equal merit


51. (U1C1L5:Q1) Read the following statements, and select the correct answer.

The Class A uniform is worn during ceremonies, social functions, formal inspections, and as required by the Army JROTC Instructor.

The Class B uniform is worn at summer camp, field training, and while participating on special teams.

A) Both statements are TRUE.B) Both statements are FALSE.C) The first statement is TRUE; the second is FALSE.D) The first statement is FALSE; the second is TRUE.

52. (U1C1L5:G1) What uniform is worn during ceremonies, social functions, and formal inspections?

A) Class B UniformB) ACU UniformC) Class A UniformD) None. Civilian clothes are worn for these events.

53. (U1C1L5:G3) T or F: A black neck tie is optional with the long-sleeved shirt of the Class B uniform.

A) TrueB) False

54. (U1C1L5:G5) T or F: A black belt with a brass buckle must be worn with a Class A uniform even though the belt does not show.

A) TrueB) False

55. (U1C1L5:G7) The appropriate dress for summer camp and for participation on special teams is the _____________ uniform.

A) Class A B) Class BC) Army CombatD) Military Dress Blue

56. U1C1L5:G12) Where are grade insignias worn on both the long and short sleeved JROTC shirts?

A) On the shirt pocket on the left side.

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B) On the shirt pocket on the right side.C) It varies between schools. Generally they are worn on shoulder marks or shirt

collars.D) None of the above.

57. (U1C1L5:G13) On the male uniform, where is the nameplate placed on the uniform?A) On the left pocket over the heart.B) On top of and covering the pocket flap seam on the right pocket.C) On the left pocket between the top pocket seam and the top of the buttonhole.D) On the right pocket between the top pocket seam and the top of the pocket

buttonhole.

58. (U1C1L5:G14) What is a gigline?A) A type of fishing equipment used for catching frogs or toads.B) A line formed by the seam of the shirt aligned with the zipper flap and the edge of the

belt buckle on certain JROTC uniforms.C) A queue of Soldiers waiting to use a telephone.D) A line of individuals in a particular marching formation.

59. (U1C1L5:G15) T or F: For males, t-shirts are optional under Class A and B uniforms.A) TrueB) False

60. (U1C1L5:G17) T or F: Male Cadets are allowed to wear facial hair if it is well groomed and in good taste.

A) TrueB) False

61. (U1C1L5:G20) T or F: Black tennis or casual shoes such as loafers may be substituted for black low quarter shoes or pumps with the JROTC uniforms.

A) TrueB) False

62. (U1C1L5:G22) What is the standard for a male Cadet's hair style?A) The hairs must meet the bottom of the shirt collar.B) It must be neatly trimmed with sideburns no lower than the bottom of the ear lobe.C) Any style is acceptable as long as it is clean and well-groomed.D) The hair must be neatly trimmed with sideburns no lower than the bottom of the ear

opening.

63. (U1C1L5:G25) T or F: Battle Dress Uniforms may be worn outside of school activities, such as during a hunting weekend or at a workplace that involves physical labor.

A) TrueB) False

64. (U1C1L5:G26) If a male Cadet is wearing a long-sleeved Class B uniform shirt, the Cadet must also wear a _____________.

A) Black necktieB) Garrison capC) Green necktieD) Subdued grade insignias

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65. (U1C1L5:G32) T or F: Fad hair styles are allowed on Cadets as long as they don't interfere with proper wearing of the garrison cap.

A) TrueB) False

66. (U1C1L5:G36) Individual awards for academic, athletic, and military excellence are worn where on the uniform?

A) On the left shirt pocket or left pocket area.B) On the left sleeve, one inch above the hem, and centered.C) On the right shirt pocket or pocket area.D) On the left collar, just above the rank insignias.

67. (U1C1L5:G38) When is it appropriate to start a second row of individual award ribbons on a uniform shirt?

A) When you have four or more ribbonsB) When the row goes from center buttons to the side seamC) When you have at least six ribbonsD) When your number of ribbons can be evenly divided for balance

68. (U1C1L5:G39) Ribbons are worn on the uniform in order of precedence. Define "precedence."

A) In order according to the date they were receivedB) In order according to how much you value themC) In order according to importanceD) In order according to their sentimental value

69. (U1C1L5:G41) Where are honor unit stars worn on a uniform?A) One-fourth of an inch above the top seam of the left pocketB) One-fourth of an inch above the rank insignia on the shirt collarC) Above and centered on the row of ribbonsD) One-fourth of an inch above the top seam of the right pocket

70. (U1C1L5:G50) Cleanliness that includes showering, teeth brushing, clean hands and nails, and a tidy uniform are all elements of ______________.

A) A code of conductB) HealthinessC) Good groomingD) Etiquette

71. (U1C1L5:G51) T or F: Male Cadets are prohibited from wearing facial hair with the uniform.

A) TrueB) False


72. (U1C1L6:Q4) You are in charge of your unit's color guard. You will be raising the flag in front the local National Guard Armory on President's Day, a national holiday. It is raining very

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hard when you get to the armory, and the wind is gusting up to 35 miles per hour. Your assistant asks which flag you want to raise.

Which flag should you select?A) Ensign FlagB) Garrison FlagC) Post FlagD) Storm Flag

73. (U1C1L6:G2) Who is credited with sewing the first U.S. flag?A) George WashingtonB) Mary Todd LincolnC) Betsy RossD) Martha Washington

74. (U1C1L6:G3) What do the stripes on the U.S. flag represent?A) The thirteen stripes represent the original thirteen coloniesB) The blood lost in the Civil WarC) The thirteen original signers of the ConstitutionD) The first thirteen states to join the Confederacy

75. (U1C1L6:G5) The terms "colors," "standard," and "ensign" are all synonyms for ______________.

A) The flagB) An officer's rankC) Enlisted ranksD) Patriotic bunting

76. (U1C1L6:G6) Name the three most common types of U.S. flags.A) Small, medium, and largeB) Small, regulation, and garrisonC) Storm, regulation, and foul weatherD) Garrison, post, and storm

77. (U1C1L6:G7) What is the size and use of a garrison flag?A) The 10 feet by 19 feet flag is used for general display.B) The 20 feet by 38 feet garrison flag is flown at government buildings and military

installations on all national holidays and for special occasions declared by the President.C) The 5 feet by 9½ feet flag is used during storms and windy weather.D) The 30 feet by 60 feet flag is displayed from atop multi-story buildings.

78. (U1C1L6:G8) What is the size and use of the post flag?A) The 20 feet by 38 feet flag is flown at government and military installations.B) The 5 feet by 9½ feet flag is used during storms and windy weather.C) The 30 feet by 60 feet flag is flown from atop multi-story buildings.D) The 10 feet by 19 feet flag is for general display when the garrison flag is not

appropriate.

79. (U1C1L6:G9) What is the size and use of the storm flag?A) The 20 feet by 38 feet flag is flown at government and military installations.

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B) The 5 feet by 9 ½ feet storm flag is flown by state and federal governments only during stormy or windy weather.

C) The 30 feet by 60 feet flag is flown from atop multi-story buildings.D) The 10 feet by 19 feet flag is for general display when the garrison flag is not

appropriate.

80. (U1C1L6:G17) The traditional way of disposing of a flag that is worn or badly stained is by ______________.

A) BurningB) BurialC) Burial at seaD) Tearing to bits and allowing the pieces to blow away.

81. (U1C1L6:G20) What is the proper way to raise and lower a U.S. flag?A) It should be raised ceremoniously and lowered briskly.B) It always should pause at half-mast for a brief moment.C) It should be raised and lowered in a hurry to keep it from getting dirty.D) It should be raised briskly and lowered ceremoniously.

82. (U1C1L6:G21) T or F: U.S. flags may only fly from sunrise to sunset.A) TrueB) False

83. (U1C1L6:G22) Presidential proclamations contain the rules for displaying the flag at half-staff. For example, on Memorial Day, we display the flag at half-staff until noon, then raise it to the top of the staff. When do State and Federal governments also fly the flag at half-staff.

A) a national emergencyB) a terrorist attackC) a signal of reliefD) when there is a death of a president, former president, principal official, or foreign

dignitary

84. (U1C1L6:G23) What is the protocol for raising a flag to half mast in tribute to a deceased person?

A) First raise the flag to the peak of the staff, then lower it to the half-staff position.B) Raise the flag to the midpoint of the pole and leave it there.C) Raise it immediately to half staff while those around salute it.D) Raise the flag to the peak of the staff, then lower all the way back down, then raise it

up to the half-staff position.

85. (U1C1L6:G24) When displaying a flag flat against a wall either horizontally or vertically, how is it positioned?

A) It is positioned with the union upper most and to the flag's own right (or to the observer's left).

B) You should never display a flag flat against a wall.C) It is positioned with the union closest to the floor.D) It is positioned with the union upper most and to the flag's own left (or the observer's

right).

86. (U1C1L6:G25) What is the "union" on the U.S. flag?A) The emblem on the flag symbolizing the southern states

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B) The emblem on the flag symbolizing the northern statesC) The emblem on a flag symbolizing unity, such as the blue rectangle and stars on the

U.S. flagD) The emblem on a flag symbolizing discord in our nation's history

87. (U1C1L6:G28) When a U.S. flag is used to drape a casket, where is the union positioned?A) The union is positioned over the feet.B) The union is positioned at the head and over the right shoulder.C) The union is positioned at the head and over the left shoulder.D) The flag is never buried with a casket because a flag should never touch the ground.

88. U1C1L6:G30. When flying more than one flag on a single halyard, where is the U.S. flag placed?

A) To the left of all other flagsB) At the peak of the staff, unless at the United Nations or at a religious service at seaC) To the right of all other flags, unless at the United Nations or at a religious service at

seaD) At midstaff but at the same height as all other flags

89. U1C1L6:G59. What is a halyard?A) Shoulder board to which rank is attachedB) Minority vote on a law in Congress.C) A rope or tackle used for hoisting or lowering, as for flags or sails.D) A small yard for animals held on boats.

90. U1C1L6:G60. T or F: When a flag is properly folded, only the blue field with stars will be visible.

A) TrueB) False


91. (U1C1L7:Q1) You and another Cadet won a trip and tickets to watch an international wrestling competition. The American wrester in the heavyweight class lost a good match to a wrestler from another country. You know they will play that country's national anthem when they raise their flag at the awards ceremony. What should you do?

A) Try to leave the arena before their national anthem is played.B) Stay for their national anthem, but turn your back to their flag, and talk with your

friend.C) Set a good example of sportsmanship and respect by standing at attention and

facing their flag as it is raised.D) Stay seated unless it is they play "The Star-Spangled Banner."

92. (U1C1L7:G1) Define the term "anthems."A) A refrain or chorus for a well-known songB) Songs of gladness, praise, devotion, or patriotismC) Songs written specifically to record a historical eventD) A folksong that captures the culture of a people

93. (U1C1L7:G2) Who wrote "The Star Spangled Banner?"

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A) Francis Scott Key wrote it in 1812.B) Martha Washington wrote it in 1777.C) George Washington wrote it in 1789.D) Mary Todd Lincoln wrote it in 1861.

94. (U1C1L7:G4) What actions do you take if you are outdoors in uniform and you hear the national anthem?

A) Stand at ease facing the flag or music and render the hand salute from the first note to the last.

B) Face the flag, stand at attention, but do not salute from a distance.C) March in quick time toward the flag while saluting from the first note to the last.D) You face the flag or music, stand at attention, and render the hand salute from the

first note to the last.

95. (U1C1L7:G7) Name the author and title of the national march of the U.S.A) John Philip Sousa's "The Stars and Stripes Forever"B) Frances Scott Keys' "Star Spangled Banner"C) Katherine Lee Bates' "America the Beautiful"D) John Philip Sousa's "Hands Across the Sea"

96. (U1C1L7:G10) During an indoor ceremony, Cadets do not salute a flag unless they are under arms. Define the term "under arms."

A) Wearing shoulder boards or a class B uniform shirt.B) Participating in a Color guard.C) Carrying a weapon or equipment pertaining to a weapon.D) Surrounded by others who are carrying sabers.

97. (U1C1L7:G12) A song already in a culture that becomes so popular that people claim it as a symbol for themselves and their nation is known as ___________.

A) a jingleB) a balladC) an anthemD) a folksong


98. (U1C1L8:Q2) You have been directed to go to the teacher's lounge to greet a guest speaker for career day, Lieutenant Colonel Jones, and to escort him back to the JROTC Department. Your instructor told you that he will be easy to spot because "He is 6-foot-eight, and should be in uniform." When you arrive at the teacher's lounge, you immediately spot LTC Jones but he is in civilian clothes.

You should walk up to him, __________ , and say, "_________________ I am here to escort you back to the JROTC Department. Please come with me."

A) render a hand salute; Lieutenant Colonel Jones,B) render a hand salute; Sir, my name is Cadet (your name), andC) stand at attention; Lieutenant Colonel Jones,D) stand at attention; Colonel Jones, my name is Cadet (your name), and

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99. (U1C1L8:G2) T or F: The President and Vice President receive a 21-gun salute as a matter of courtesy.

A) TrueB) False

100. (U1C1L8:G3) T or F: You must render the salute to all commissioned and warrant officers as well as non-commissioned and petty officers.

A) TrueB) False

101. (U1C1L8:G4) T or F: You should not render a salute on buses or trains, in stores or theatres, while indoors, or while both parties are in civilian clothes.

A) TrueB) False

102. (U1C1L8:G7) When is it appropriate to call a room to attention?A) When those in the room should be silent.B) When announcements are made over a public address system.C) When the battalion Cadet executive officer enters the room.D) When an officer enters the office for the first time each day.

103. (U1C1L8:G8) Define "esprit de corps."A) The department of the military in charge of Marine units.B) A military courtesy given to people of senior rank and status.C) The honor given a flag when casing or uncasing the Colors.D) The common spirit or feeling of pride found in members of a group and inspiring

enthusiasm, devotion, and a strong regard for the honor of the group.

104. (U1C1L8:G9) Explain the "position of honor."A) Sitting in the center of a head table at a military social function.B) A military courtesy of keeping people of senior rank or status to your right while

walking or sitting.C) The position a senior ranking officer takes as the first person in a receiving line.D) Presenting oneself to a person of senior rank.

105. (U1C1L8:G10) T or F: The position of honor dictates that those of lower rank walk, sit, or ride to the left of those with senior rank.

A) TrueB) False

106. (U1C1L8:G11) What is a "mess" in military jargon?A) A group of persons in the military who regularly eat meals together or the place

where such meals are served.B) The results of a badly executed drill maneuver.C) Presenting oneself to a person of higher rank.D) A drum and bugle salute, usually used to honor officials.

107. (U1C1L8:G12) What does it mean to "uncase" the Colors?A) To display the Colors at half mast.B) To remove the Colors from a display case for use by a Color Guard.C) Removing the case or covering from the Colors that are attached to a staff.

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D) To check the proper protocol for placement of the Colors in relation to other flags, such as when displaying it at the United Nations.

108. (U1C1L8:G14) In military jargon, what does "reporting" mean, as in "reporting for duty"?A) Acting as the Cadet information officer.B) Adhering to an honor code by reporting those who lie, cheat, or steal.C) "Reporting" means presenting oneself to a person of senior rank.D) Rendering the hand salute.

109. (U1C1L8:G15) What is the command given during a formation to execute a salute?A) "Formation, arms"B) "Present, arms"C) "Salute, arms"D) "Command, arms"

110. (U1C1L8:G16) What is the primary purpose of a hand salute today?A) To distinguish officers from enlisted personnel.B) To reveal that you are not holding a weapon.C) To show non-military respect for their civilian positions.D) To indicate respect for those in positions of authority.

111. (U1C1L8:G18) Explain the history of the hand salute.A) In ancient times, a salute shielded the eyes so one could see one's opponent clearly.B) In ancient times, a salute identified the members of one's tribe.C) In ancient times, a salute was rendered only to members of the opposite sex.D) In ancient times, a salute indicated that you were not holding a weapon in your hand.

112. (U1C1L8:G22) A common courtesy when an officer enters the office or classroom for the first time of the day is to ____________.

A) Stand upB) Stand and saluteC) Order "post"D) Call the room to attention


113. (U2C1L1:Q2) You are a squad leader. A fellow squad leader is feeling bad because he realized that he wasn't as strong a leader as he thought he was, and that he had some things to work on. As a squad member he always completed his missions, but he is having a hard time learning some leadership behaviors and doesn't think he should be a squad leader. For one thing, he has trouble motivating his squad to complete its assigned missions.

What should you tell him to help him become a better leader?A) Tell him that since leadership is learned, that he should continue as a squad leader

and learn from both his mistakes and the things he does well.B) Tell him that he should ask the platoon leader to take him out of the squad leader

position until he learns more motivation techniques.C) Tell him that he should ask the platoon leader to put him in your squad so that you

can teach him how to be a better leader.

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D) Tell him that most leaders have shortcomings and that he should just accept them and to continue to do the things he does well.

114. (U2C1L1:G1) Define "leadership."A) Bossing around one's peers.B) Obeying your Army instructor's commands.C) Guiding others to accomplish a mission.D) Controlling others through intimidation.

115. (U2C1L1:G2) In leadership, __________ gives others a reason for why they should do something.

A) InspirationB) DirectionC) ValuesD) Purpose

116. (U2C1L1:G3) In leadership, __________ gives others the knowledge to complete a task.A) AuthorityB) DirectionC) MotivationD) Purpose

117. (U2C1L1:G4) _____________ means giving others the will to do what they are capable of doing.

A) MotivationB) InfluenceC) LeadershipD) Discipline

118. (U2C1L1:G5) "Influence" is defined as the power to control or affect others by _________, _________, or __________.

A) Coercion, force, disciplineB) Bribery, intimidation, threatsC) Authority, persuasion, exampleD) Position, assignment, default

119. (U2C1L1:G6) The three steps for changing negative behavior are ____________, ____________, and _____________.

A) Reinforce them, ignore them, and confirm themB) See them as habits, have others point them out to you, and work on themC) Realize the need for change, have a positive attitude towards change, and follow

throughD) The 30-inch step, the 15-inch step, and the half step


120. (U2C1L2:G1) The theory that leaders were born was prominent from the 1800's to the 1940's and was called the _____________ approach.

A) HatchingB) Leadership

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C) SuccessionD) Traits

121. (U2C1L2:G2) Name three traits common to those in leadership positions that were discovered through research from the 1800s to the 1940s. A) Health, longevity, tenacity. B) Education level, marital status, and race. C) Intelligence, dependability, and humor. D) Income, height, and listening skills.

122. (U2C1L2:G4) As a result of studies at Ohio State on leadership, two primary leadership behaviors were identified. What are they?

A) Humor and honestyB) Relationship and structure.

C) Provider and relationshipD) Structure and stature

123. (U2C1L2:G5) Explain what is meant by "relationship behaviors" in leadership. A) Concerning oneself with goal setting and making work assignments. B) Treating team members as equal and looking out for the well-being of others. C) Communicating expectations, establishing work schedules, and sharing work. D) The degree to which your communication style is indirect.

124. (U2C1L2:G6) Explain what is meant by the "structural behaviors" of leadership. A) Concerned for the expectations and assignments of the task. B) Abiding by one's chain of command. C) Providing structured feedback on the performance of peers. D) To correct drill mistakes on the parade field.

125. (U2C1L2:G7) What approach to leadership discerned that there is no one best way to lead?

A) The confidence approach of the 1980s.B) The eclectic approach of the 1990s.C) The contingency approach of the 1960s to the present.D) The free-for-all approach of the 1950s.

126. (U2C1L2:G8) In the ___________ model of leadership, personal styles and situational characteristics combine to determine leadership, where a proper match between styles and situations are essential.

A) ComprehensiveB) CohesiveC) Co-dependantD) Contingency


127. (U2C1L3:G1) ____________ are ideas about the worth or importance of things, concepts, and people.

A) LoyaltiesB) Duties

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C) ValuesD) Obligations

128. (U2C1L3:G2) Name the seven individual values of LDRSHIP.A) Loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courageB) Luck, disciples, reward, self-declaring, humility, interest, and perseveranceC) Love, direction, retention, service, humbleness, involvement, and patienceD) None of the above

129. (U2C1L3:G3) ____________ is the sum total of all laws, rules, etc. that make up your organizational, civic, and moral obligations.

A) DutyB) HonorC) CountryD) Loyalty

130. (U2C1L3:G4) What are the three things you must do to exhibit the value of duty?A) Show up early to events, stay busy during activities, leave only after the boss is

gone.B) Respect the constitution, report law breakers, be faithful to your team.C) See dignity in all people, listen well, perform at your potential.D) Carry out the requirements of your job, meet professional standards, and fulfill your

legal, civic, and moral obligations.

131. (U2C1L3:G6) ___________ is recognition of the positive value a person represents to another person or organization.

A) Self-controlB) LoyaltyC) IntegrityD) Respect

132. (U2C1L3:G8) Define "selfless service."A) The willingness to put the welfare of others first.B) The willingness to listen closely to others.C) The willingness to focus on service to the military, school, or team.D) The willingness to adhere to a public code of professional values.

133. (U2C1L3:G9) What two actions must you take to exhibit the value of selfless service?A) Make sure your own needs and the needs of your peers are met.B) Employ honor as your motive in all things and work towards wholesome values.C) Focus your priorities on service to your community or to your nation, and place the

needs of the organization above personal gain.D) All of the above

134. (U2C1L3:G12) When a person possesses a high standard of moral value and principles, shows good moral judgment, and demonstrates consistent moral behavior, the person exhibits the value of _____________.

A) SelflessnessB) IntegrityC) MoralityD) Loyalty

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135. (U2C1L3:G14) Define physical courage.A) Overcoming fears other than of bodily harm to do your job.B) Willingness to put the safety of others before your own safety.C) Overcoming fears of bodily harm and doing your duty.D) Standing up for what you believe in and being outspoken.

136. (U2C1L3:G15) Define moral courage.A) Overcoming fears other than bodily harm while doing what needs to be done.B) The standards of conduct that govern group behavior.C) A person's inner strength.D) Overcoming fears of bodily harm and doing your duty.

137. (U2C1L3:G19) What is a "norm?"A) A principle of right action binding upon members of a group that guides, controls, or

regulates proper and accepted behavior.B) A guy on "Cheers".C) An absolute principle that is unchanging from one environment to the next.D) Principles or standards that guide people to make decisions based on peer pressure.

138. (U2C1L3:G22) Define "character."A) A person's inner strengthB) Someone who is a genuine eccentric.C) Someone who blames others for things that go wrong with a team.D) Principles or standards that guide people to do the right thing.

139. (U2C1L3:G23) T or F: People who can admit when they are wrong rather than blaming others are said to have strong character.

A) TrueB) False

140. (U2C1L3:G26) T or F: Leaders have the responsibility to do the morally right thing.A) TrueB) False

141. (U2C1L3:G27) T or F: Leaders sometimes have to make a decision between two morally right values.

A) TrueB) False

142. (U2C1L3:G29) Some leaders think that coercion is necessary to motivate followers. Define "coercion."

A) Cooperation that results in an equitable solution.B) Using positional authority to get one's way.C) A motivation technique that involves giving physical or monetary rewards.D) Using force or threats to control how someone acts or thinks.

143. (U2C1L3:G30) Define the word "unethical."A) Not claiming allegiance to any particular cultural group.B) Not doing the moral or right thing, usually because of peer pressure or self interest.C) An inability to comprehend what one reads.

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D) An inability to perform a sincere self-assessment.

144. (U2C1L3:G32) Define "favoritism."A) The bringing of treats to social events.B) The showing of special favor.C) Talking to others about yourself to gain friends.D) Influencing people by giving false praise.


145. (U2C1L4:Q4) You are a squad leader, and your platoon is going to participate in a drill and ceremonies competition at the end of the month. You approach your platoon leader about making drill training more complex because your squad is much more proficient than the other squads. For leadership development reasons, he asks you to apply the 11 principles of leadership and to make the decision for him.

Which of the following best describes what your answer should be?A) Since you are seeking responsibility, he should let you train your squad train

separately.B) Since the competition requires all of the squads to move in unison, he needs to keep

training them as a team, even if it means performing less difficult tasks.C) Since you and your squad are technically and tactically proficient, then he should

allow your squad to train separately on more difficult tasks.D) Since he already explained the task and you said that you understood it, then you

will continue to do what you were told.

146. (U2C1L4:G2) Name three of the eleven principles of leadership.A) Know yourself and seek self-improvement. Be technically proficient. Seek

responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.B) Make sound and timely decisions. Set the example. Know your personnel and look

out for their welfare. Keep followers informed.C) Develop responsibility in your followers. Ensure each task is understood, supervised,

and accomplished. Build a team. Employ your team in accordance with its capabilities.D) All of the above

147. (U2C1L4:G3) Explain the BE, KNOW, DO attributes of leadership.A) Be efficient, know everything, and do what you can.B) Leaders must concentrate on what they are, what they know, and what they do.C) Be your best, know your team, and do what you can to guide the team to success.D) Leaders must be, know, and do the Army's Code of Conduct.

148. (U2C1L4:G6) Name three "DO" things that a leader must provide.A) Food, water, shelterB) Listening, evaluating, encouragingC) Purpose, direction, motivationD) Supervision, encouragement, evaluation

149. (U2C1L4:G8) Name the three "BE" things that a leader must be.A) Have honorable character, be an example, resolve complex problems.

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B) Be competent, be quick, be specific.C) Be confident, be competent, be a non-complainer.D) Be excellent, be an example, be an explainer.

150. (U2C1L4:G9) T or F: Once a leader masters leadership skills, his or her education on leadership is finished.

A) TrueB) False

151. (U2C1L4:G11) In the Leadership Development Program, character describes what a leader must _____________.

A) BEB) DOC) SAYD) THINKS

152. (U2C1L4:G12) In the Leadership Development Program, competence refers to what a leader must _____________.

A) BEB) DOC) KNOWD) SEE

153. (U2C1L4:G13) In the Leadership Development Program, actions are what a leader must __________.

A) BEB) SEEC) DOD) THINK

154. (U2C1L4:F2) What influences others to accomplish a mission or common goal?A) ForceB) PurposeC) LeadershipD) Money


155. (U2C2L1:F1) Which statement below supports the purpose of drill?A) "Drill makes me embarrassed to be a part of my unit."B) "Drill makes me think more before acting on commands."C) "Drill helps me pay more attention to detail."D) "Drills make me tired and distracted."

156. (U2C2L1:F2) Drill is most beneficial to soldiers preparing for battle.A) TrueB) False

157. (U2C2L1:Q2) A football coach was being interviewed about his training methods. He said that he uses tough practices, on-the-spot corrections, positive feedback, and enforcement

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of team values to accomplish his primary training goal, which is to make his players proud to be on the same team. The coach's primary goal for training illustrates a particular purpose and objective of drill.

Which is it?A) Esprit de CorpsB) TeamworkC) Self-confidenceD) Discipline

158. (U2C2L1:Q3) During training, some soldiers always complained about doing battle drills over and over again, even after they did them right. They also didn't think they had a very good squad leader. In combat, the same soldiers reflected on what they did during a firefight. They all realized that several times they reacted to a dangerous situation without thinking in order to accomplish their mission.

What should they now realize about their training?A) They realize the purpose and objectives of drill.B) They realized the necessity of personal pride.C) They realize the self-confidence they now have.D) They realize the importance of building strong esprit de corps.

159. (U2C2L1:G2) Who was the Prussian officer who wrote drill movements for General George Washington's army at Valley Forge?

A) HeimlichB) HitlerC) Baron Friedrich von SteubenD) Trotsky

160. (U2C2L1:G3) What is a maneuver?A) A type of military tactic used exclusively while retreating.B) A type of fertilizer.C) A 30-inch drill step.D) A movement in military tactics (or in drill) normally to secure an advantage.

161. (U2C2L1:G4) Who wrote the first field manual for military drills, commonly called the "Blue Book?"

A) KelleyB) Baron von RothschildC) Baron Friedrich von SteubenD) General George Washington

162. (U2C2L1:G5) A ____________ is used to move troops and equipment from one location to another in a quick and orderly manner.

A) DrillB) ManeuverC) Road marchD) 30-inch step

163. (U2C2L1:G6) Define "unison" - as in, "to move in unison."A) In complete or perfect agreement; at the same time.

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B) A chest to hold ammunition.C) An oral order of a commander or leader.D) A signal to a subordinate to execute a drill movement.

164. (U2C2L1:G7) What is the backbone of military discipline?A) DutyB) DrillC) RankD) Maneuvers


165. (U2C2L2:F1) Which statement is true?A) Leaders and followers must uphold the same basic values of unit loyalty, personal

responsibility, and selfless service.B) It is more important for leaders to uphold the basic values of unit loyalty, personal

responsibility, and selfless service to set the example.C) Only followers must uphold the basic values of unit loyalty, personal responsibility,

and selfless service since leaders can do what they want.

166. (U2C2L2:Q3) You were a squad leader in your JROTC class at your old school. You transferred and there are not squad leader positions in your new school, but you were assigned to a squad. During drill in leadership lab, you notice that you are a lot better at giving drill commands than your squad leader.

What's the most appropriate thing to do?A) Tell your platoon leader that you should be squad leader because you can lead drill

better than your current squad leader.B) When you get a chance, show your platoon leader and squad members that you are

better at leading drill so that they want you to be the squad leader.C) Help your squad leader out when you can, and demonstrate your proficiency when

given the opportunity.D) Ask your platoon leader to make you squad leader so that you can teach your

current squad leader how to lead drill.

167. (U2C2L2:Q4) Cadet Richards always seems to complain about having a sore throat. During drill practice, you can hear him lead his squad from all the way across the parade field. He enunciates well and his inflection is correct, but sometimes his voice is so loud, that your squad reacts to his commands. What should you tell him about his command voice?

A) Tell him that you are impressed with the volume and projection of his voice, and that he is loud enough to lead a battalion.

B) Commend him that people can always identify his squad when they perform drill and ceremonies because his sore throat makes his voice scratchy and distinct.

C) Don't tell him anything because he'll figure out that he's too loud when he loses his voice.

D) Tell him that commands need only to be loud enough for his unit to hear and if he practices proper voice control, then his sore throat may go away.

168. (U2C2L2:G1) An oral order of a commander or a leader is called a ____________.

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A) Drill CommandB) Command of ExecutionC) Preparatory CommandD) Command of Movement

169. (U2C2L2:G2) How many parts do most drill commands have?A) Three parts: the left foot step, the right foot step, and the execution.B) Two parts: the preparatory command and the command of execution.C) One part: the command of execution.D) One part: the preparatory command.

170. (U2C2L2:G3) What is the purpose of a preparatory command?A) To help the commander with his or her tone, cadence, and snap.B) To alert a platoon of impending disaster.C) To allow a subordinate to coach a leader on the next appropriate step.D) To convey the movement that the leader wants the subordinate to perform and to

mentally prepare the subordinate for its execution.

171. (U2C2L2:G4) What is the purpose of the command of execution?A) It signals when the subordinate is to execute a drill movement.B) It signals the shooting of volleys of a 21-gun salute.C) It allows Cadets to know who is commanding a squad or platoon.D) It revokes the preparatory command.

172. (U2C2L2:G6) What is the command for revoking a preparatory command?A) "At Ease"B) "Revoke"C) "As you were"D) "Fall In"

173. (U2C2L2:G8) What is the normal interval between a preparatory command and a command of execution?

A) It is normally two counts or two steps.B) It is normally one count or one step.C) It is normally two counts and one step.D) There is not an interval between the two.

174. (U2C2L2:G9) Define "inflection," as in "commands that are given with inflection."A) LoudnessB) The rise and fall in the pitch and the tone changes of the voice.C) With an awareness of the listener.D) By a person of senior rank.

175. (U2C2L2:G13) T or F: The purpose of the inflection of the command voice at the end of the command of execution is to draw an immediate, sharp, and precise movement (or snap) to the command.

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176. (U2C2L3:Q1) Annie is a new squad leader. Her performance on the drill team helped her get promoted before some of her friends, some of whom are now in her squad. She was a little nervous on her first day of instructing drill. When one of her friends made a mistake in one of the new movements, she verbally disciplined her in front of the squad. Annie believes that she had to demonstrate her new authority, so she feels like she did the right thing.

What should she have done?A) She shouldn't have disciplined one of her friends.B) She should have disciplined her subordinate in private.C) She should have made an on-the-spot correction, then continued to train her squad.D) Since she was a new squad leader, she was right to demonstrate her new authority

to the squad.

177. (U2C2L3:Q2) Read the following paragraph, then select the answer that would make the paragraph most correct.

The recommended steps for instructing drill are: 1) Explain and demonstrate each new drill movement; 2) have your team members practice it; 3) have your team members execute it; 4) observe each team member to make sure they execute it correctly; 5) provide individual instruction to those who need it; and 6) use appropriate discipline to correct mistakes.

A) Change step 5) to read: "make on-the-spot corrections as necessary"B) Insert "make on-the-spot corrections as necessary" after step 4) and before step 5)C) Exchange steps 5) and 6)D) Remove step 6)

178. (U2C2L3:G1) Where should a drill leader position him or herself to teach a team a new drill movement?

A) Behind the team so members can hear commands.B) Beside the team so the leader can monitor the team.C) Centered in front of the team so team members can see and follow the leader's

exampleD) Within the ranks on the front row so the leaders can both participate and lead the

members.

179. (U2C2L3:G2) T or F: During drill, it is preferable to wait for a private moment to correct individuals who are not performing the drill correctly.

A) TrueB) False

180. (U2C2L3:G3) T or F: Mistakes in drill should be corrected immediately on the field.A) TrueB) False


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181. (U2C2L4:F1) Which command is being executed in this picture?

A) Right FaceB) Parade RestC) Left FaceD) About Face

182. (U2C2L4:F2) Which command is being executed in this picture?

A) Right FaceB) Parade RestC) Left FaceD) About Face

183. (U2C2L4:Q2) You are practicing drill with your squad one afternoon. You put your squad at "rest" and are discussing suggestions for improving one of the movements in squad drill. Just then, a Major from your local National Guard unit walks by your squad. What should you do?

A) Call the squad to attention and order them to "present, ARMS."B) Salute the Major as you continue your discussion.C) Continue to do what you were doing.D) Call your squad to attention, but only you salute the Major.

184. (U2C2L4:Q3) Your platoon is marching in a parade. While waiting for the parade to begin, you find out that it will be starting 30 minutes late. Your platoon is at the position of

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attention, but because of the wait, you want them to relax and talk for a while. Which commands do you give them?

A) "Parade, Rest"B) "Parade, Rest" and "At ease"C) "Parade, Rest," and "Rest"D) "Rest"

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