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What are the three marching steps used in drill?
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15in step 30in step 30in step, DOUBLE TIME 180 steps per minute(the 18in step is used when formally stacking arms, it is executed on the command of execution of ARMS in STACK ARMS.)
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What FM covers Drill and Ceremony?
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FM 3-21.5
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What is a review?
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A military ceremony used to: Honor a visiting, high-ranking commander, official, or dignitary, and or permit them to observe the state of training of a command. Present decorations and awards. Honor or recognize unit or individual achievements. Commemorate events.
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What are two prescribed formations for platoons?
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line column
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What is the primary purpose of drill (drill and ceremony)?
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The purpose of drill is to enable a commander or non-commissioned officer to move his unit from one place to another in an orderly manner, to aid in disciplinary training by instilling habits of precision and response to the leader's orders, and to provide for the development of all soldiers in the practice of commandingtroops.
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What are the 4 rest positions that can be given at the halt?
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Parade rest Stand at ease At ease Rest
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What is the primary value of ceremonies?
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To render honors, preserve tradition, and to stimulate Esprit de Corps
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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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.What foot is your leading foot?
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Your left foot
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What is the only command given from "Inspection Arms"?
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"Ready, Port, Arms"
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What is an element?
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An individual,squad, section, platoon, company or larger unit forming part of the next higher unit
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When marching, who is the only person in a platoon that is never out of step?
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The platoon guide is the person responsible for maintaining the prescribed direction and rate of march.
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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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If you were marching a squad, when would you give the command "squad halt"?
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When either foot strikes the ground
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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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After weapons have been issued to a unit and all other soldiers have fallen in with their weapons, what is the next command that you should give?
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Inspection arms
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While passing the colors or while the colors are passing you, when is the hand salute rendered?
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Six paces before and six paces after
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How many steps per minute is quick time?
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120 steps per minute
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How many steps per minute is double time?
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180 steps per minute
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What command is given to reverse the direction of a march?
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Rear March
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From what position are all stationary movements given?
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Position of attention
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On what foot would you give the command "Mark time march"?
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On either foot
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What is cover?
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Aligning yourself directly behind the man to your immediate front, while maintaining correct distance
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How do you measure a "step"?
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Heel to heel
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What is depth?
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The space from front to rear of a formation including front and rear elements
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What is the interval between the preparatory command and the command of execution?
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1 step or 1 count
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What are the two parts of most drill command?
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Preparatory command Command of execution
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How many steps does each rank take when a platoon is given the command of Open Ranks?
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On the command "March", The first rank takes two steps forward, the second rank takes one step forward, the third rank stands fast and the fourth rank take two 15 inch steps to the rear
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What are the 5 types of commands in a drill?
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Two part Combined Supplementing Directive
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What position is the unit guidon once a preparatory command is given?
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The raised vertical position
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What are some examples of a combined command?
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At ease Fall in Rest
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Define Cadence
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The uniform rhythm in which a movement is executed, or the number of steps or counts per minute at which a movement is executed. Drill movements are normally executed at the cadence of quick time or double time. Quick time is the cadence of 120 counts or steps per minute
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What is Close Interval?
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The lateral space between soldiers, measured from right to left by the soldier on the right placing the heel of his left hand on his hip, even with the top of the belt line, fingers and thumb joined and extended downward, with his elbow in line with the body and touching the arm of the soldier to his left.
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What is Double Interval?
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The lateral space between soldiers, measured from right to left by raising both arms shoulder high with the fingers extended and joined (palms down) so that fingertips are touching the fingertips of the soldiers to the right and to the left.
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What is Normal Interval?
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The lateral space between soldiers, measured from right to left by the soldier on the right holding his left arm shoulder high, fingers and thumb extended and joined, with the tip of his middle finger touching the right shoulder of the soldier to his left.
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What command is given to revoke a preparatory command?
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As You Were
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Who is responsible for training and appearance of the color guard?
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The CSM
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What is a Guidon?
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A guid on is a swallow-tailed flag carried by companies, batteries, troops, and certain detachments.
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When executing a Rear March, on which foot do you pivot?
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Both feet, turning 180 degrees to the right
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.What are the three methods used to teach Drill?
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Step by step By the numbers Talk-through method
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What 4 movements in marching require a 15-inch step?
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Half step Left step Right step Backward march
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How many steps should separate platoons when a company is formed?
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5 steps
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What is the "Blue Book"?
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A drill manual used by Baron Von Steuben (a former Prussian officer) to train the colonial army. It preceded the FM 3-21.5. 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
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Can a command be changed after the command of execution has been given?
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No
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How far in front of the Honor Company or color company do the colors halt?
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Ten steps
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What are the 4 types of waste?
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Human Liquid Garbage Rubbish
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What is the water requirement per person, per day in a temperate zone?
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5 gallons
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A latrine can be no closer than what distance to a water source?
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100 ft
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What is Potable water?
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Water that is safe to drink
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What are the measurements of a straddle trench?
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1 ft wide, 4 ft long and 2 1/2 ft deep
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How many gallons of water will a Lister bag hold?
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36 gallons
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How deep is a cat hole?
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6 to 12 inches
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What is a communicable disease?
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A disease that ca be transmitted person to person, animal to person and insect to person
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What are the 5 "F"s of Field Sanitation?
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Fingers Feces Flies Foods Fluids
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What is the best protection against disease or biological warfare?
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Immunization and personal hygiene
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What Field Manual covers Unit Field Sanitation Team?
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FM 4-25.12
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What Field Manual covers Field Hygiene and Sanitation?
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FM 21-10
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What is Field Sanitation?
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The use of measures to create and maintain healthful environmental conditions, these include safeguarding food, safeguarding water, and controlling disease bearing insects and rodents.
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What is a vector?
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Any living organism that can carry a disease-producing virus
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What is palatable water?
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Water that is pleasing to the taste, but which may be unsafe
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.What are the 5 communicable disease grouped by the Army?
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Respiratory Intestinal Insect borne Venereal Miscellaneous
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What are some diseases carried by the fly
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Typhoid Cholera Dysentery
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What 3 rules apply to water discipline in the field?
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Drink only from approved sources Conserve water Do not contaminate your sources
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What are the three most common poison plants?
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Poison ivy Poison oak Poison sumac
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Where should the latrine be located in relation to the mess hall?
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At least 100 meters downhill or downstream
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What are some of the diseases carried by the mosquito?
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Malaria Dengue Yellow Fever Encephalitis Filariasis
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What are some methods for human waste disposal?
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Straddle trench Mound latrine Burn out latrine Deep pit Bore hole latrines Pail latrines Urine soak pits
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How far should garbage pits be located away from the mess area?
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30 yards and no closer than 100 ft from any water sources.
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Enough straddle trenches should be dug to accommodate what percentage of the unit at one time?
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8 percent
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Water that is not properly treated can spread what diseases?
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Common diarrhea, Leptospirosis Cholera Dysentery Bacillary Typhoid Paratyphoid fever
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What are two ways to purify water?
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Iodine tablets Boiling
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Who gives the final approval on whether water is safe to drink?
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Medical personnel
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What date was the Army flag dedicated?
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14 June 1956 (it was approved 12 June 1956)
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What is the oldest part of our Army?
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The Army National Guard (In December 1636, the Massachusetts Bay Colony organized America's first militia regiments, some of which still serve today in the Army National Guard.)
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What did the U.S. Army begin?
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June 14, 1775
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Who was the first commander in Chief of the Continental Army?
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George Washington
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When was the start of the Revolutionary War?
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19 April, 1775
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When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
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July 04, 1776
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The Army received it's first real training from what former Prussian Officer at Valley Forge in the winter of 1778?
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Baron Fredreich von Steuben
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What did Baron Fredriech von Steuben teach the Continental Army at Valley Forge?
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He taught the Continental Army: A simplified but effective version of the drill formations and movements of European armies. Proper care of equipment. The use of the bayonet (a weapon in which British superiority had previously been marked). He impressed upon officers their responsibility for taking care of the soldiers. Taught NCOs how to train and lead those soldiers.
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What is the name of the document that originally governed the United States and was later replaced by the "Constitution"?
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The Articles of Confederation
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The nation nearly doubled in 1803 when it purchased a huge expanse of territory from France in what became known as what?
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The Louisiana Purchase
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Who was one of the most prolific writers of the early 19th century and would be the author of "The Army Regulations of 1821", the first written regulation by the Army since the publication of Baron von Steuben's "Blue Book"?
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General Winfield Scott
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What were some of the areas covered in "The Army Regulations of 1821".
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The Hand Salute How to conduct a march How to make a good stew for the company
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What is the bloodiest war in American history?
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The Civil War with the death of over 600,000 Americans on both sides.
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When and where did the Civil War actually begin?
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The Civil War being in April of 1861 when South Carolina militia forces fired on Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor.
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The Union defeat at the First Battle of Bull Run showed the need for more what?
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More thorough preparation and for more soldiers.
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President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation on 22 September 1862 freed the slaves in any areas still under Confederate control as of what date?
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01 January 1863.
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Congress authorized the creation of the Medal of Honor on what date?
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12 July 1862.
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Who received the first Medal of Honor ever awarded?
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Private Jacob Parrott, Company K, 33d Ohio Volunteer Infantry on 25 March 1863
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The Battle of Gettysburg started on what date?
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01 July 1863
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General Lee surrendered his Army on what date, marking the end of the Civil War?
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09 april, 1865
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Who was the only female to receive the Medal of Honor?
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Dr. Mary E. Walker
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Congress declared war on Spain on what date?
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25 april, 1898
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When did World War I begin?
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August 1914
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What event sparked the start of World War I?
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A Bosnian separatist murdered the Archduke Francis Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary and his wife during a visit to Sarajevo.
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On 23 February 1917 the British turned over to the US Government an intercepted note from the German foreign minister to the German ambassador in Mexico. In the note were instructions to offer Mexico an alliance in the event of war with the United States and promising that Mexico could regain what?
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Texas, New Mexico and Arizona
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On what date did President Wilson ask Congress to declare war on Germany?
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02 April, 1917
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The Armistice ended the fighting at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918. Known for many years as Armistice Day, what is it now called in the United States?
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Veteran's Day
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One result of WW I was the creation of what International body roughly similar to the United Nations of today?
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The League of Nations (it was envisioned as a forum where disputes could be settled peacefully)
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National Defense Act of June 4, 1920 governed the organization and regulation of what until 1950?
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The Army
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On what date did the Japanese attack Pearl Harbor?
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07 December 1941
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The Women's Army Corps was created in what year?
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1943
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When was D Day?
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06 June 1944
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Just after dawn on D Day, the 1st, 4th, and 29th Infantry Divisions assaulted what beaches?
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Utah and Omaha
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President Truman authorized the use of two atomic bombs against Japan, destroying Hiroshima and Nagasaki on what dates?
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Hiroshima - 06 August 1945 Nagasaki - 09 August 1945
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The National Security Act of 1947 was a sweeping reorganization of the US military. What did it establish?
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Department of Defense Army Navy Air Force
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What year marked the start of the Korean War?
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1950
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In early of what year did President Johnson begin a process of escalation that put 184,000 American troops in South Vietnam by year's end?
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1965
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What is the longest war in U.S. History?
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The Vietnam War
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In early of what year did President Johnson begin a process of escalation that put 184,000 American troops in South Vietnam by year's end?
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1965
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After a U.S. Marine was shot in 1989 in Panama, what Operation was launched?
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Operation Just Cause
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General H. Norman Schwarzkopf and his Saudi counterpart sent their multinational ground forces across the border into Iraq in what in late February of what year?
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1991
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On what date did the United States enormous support from the global community, respond to the attacks on September 11th, 2001 with attacks on the al-Qaeda network and the Taliban-controlled government of Afghanistan that was supporting it?
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07 October, 2001
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With a coalition that included Great Britain, Australia, Poland and 44 other nations, the United States began offensive military operations to remove Saddam Hussein from power and liberate Iraq on what date?
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20 March 2003
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When was Saddam Husein captured?
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13 December 2003
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What does FM 6-22 cover?
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Army Leadership (Competent, Confident and Agile)
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What does FM 7-0 cover?
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Training the force
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Define Leadership
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Leadership is influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation while operating to accomplish the mission and improving the organization.
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What is purpose?
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Purpose gives subordinates the reason to act in order to achieve a desired outcome.
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What is direction?
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Providing clear direction involves communicating how to accomplish a mission: prioritizing tasks, assigning responsibility for completion, and ensuring subordinates understand the standard
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What is motivation?
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Motivation supplies the will to do what is necessary to accomplish a mission
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Describe the "Be, Know and Do".
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Army leadership begins with what the leader must BE, the values and attributes that shape a leader's character. Your skills are those things you KNOW how to do, your competence in everything from the technical side of your job to the people skills a leader requires. But character and knowledge while absolutely necessary are not enough. You cannot be effective, you cannot be a leader, until you apply what you know, until you act and DO what you must.
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What are the three principal ways that leaders can develop others through which they provide knowledge and feedback?
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Counseling Coaching Mentoring
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A leader's effectiveness is dramatically enhanced by understanding and developing what areas?
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Military Bearing Physical Fitness Confidence Resilience
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What is military bearing?
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Projecting a commanding presence, a professional image of authority.
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What is physical fitness?
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Having sound health, strength, and endurance, which sustain emotional health and conceptual abilities under prolonged stress.
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What is confidence?
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projecting self-confidence and certainty in the unit's ability to succeed in whatever it does
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What is resilience?
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Showing a tendency to recover quickly from setbacks, shock, injuries, adversity, and stress while maintaining a mission and organizational focus.
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What are the three core domains that shape the critical learning experiences throughout Soldiers' and leaders' careers?
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Institutional training. Training, education, and job experience gained during operational assignments. Self-development.
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What are the Leader Actions?
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Influencing - getting people (Soldiers, Army civilians, and multinational partners) to do what is necessary. Operating - the actions taken to influence others to accomplish missions and to set the stage for future operations. Improving - capturing and acting on important lessons of ongoing and completed projects and missions.
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What are the three levels of leadership
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Direct - Direct leadership is face-to-face, first-line leadership. Organizational - Organizational leaders influence several hundred to several thousand people. They do this indirectly, generally through more levels of subordinates than do direct leaders. Strategic - Strategic leaders include military and DA civilian leaders at the major command through Department of Defense levels. Strategic leaders are responsible for large organizations and influence several thousand to hundreds of thousands of people.Loyalty Duty Respect Selfless Service Honor Integrity Personal Courage
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What are the Army Values?
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Loyalty Duty Respect Selfless Service Honor Integrity Personal Courage
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Attributes of an Army leader can best be defined as what an Army leader is. What are the attributes of an Army leader?
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A leader of character A leader with presence A leader with intellectual capacity
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Core leader competencies are what an Army leader does. What are the core leader competencies?
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An Army leader leads An Army leader develops An Army leader achieves.
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Why must leaders introduce stress into training?
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Using scenarios that closely resemble the stresses and effects of the real battlefield is essential to victory and survival in combat.
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What are intended and unintended consequences?
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Intended consequences are the anticipated results of a leader's decisions and actions. Unintended consequences arise from unplanned events that affect the organization or accomplishment of the mission.
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What is communication?
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A process of providing information
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Name the two barriers of communications
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Physical Psychological
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Name some physical barriers of communication
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Noise of battle Distance
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What is counseling?
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Counseling is the process used by leaders to review with a subordinate the subordinate's demonstrated performance and potential.
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What are the three major categories of developmental counseling?
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Event counseling Performance counseling Professional growth counseling
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Character is essential to successful leadership. What are the three major factors that determine a leader's character?
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Army Values Empathy Warrior Ethos
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What are the 7 steps to problem solving?
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ID the problem Gather information Develop criteria Generate possible solutions Analyze possible solutions Compare possible solutions Make and implement the decision
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What is reverse planning?
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Reverse planning is a specific technique used to ensure that a concept leads to the intended end state.
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To assess subordinates, leaders you must-
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Observe and record subordinates' performance in the core leader competencies. Determine if the performances meet, exceed, or fall below expected standards. Tell subordinates what was observed and give an opportunity to comment. Help subordinates develop an individual development plan (IDP) to improve performance.
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What are the team building stages?
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Formation Enrichment Sustainment
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Name some things in a unit that affect morale
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Mess Military justice Mail Supply Billets
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What are beliefs?
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Beliefs derive from upbringing, culture, religious backgrounds and traditions.
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What date was the Army flag dedicated?
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14 June 1956 (it was approved 12 June 1956)
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What is the oldest part of our Army?
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The Army National Guard (In December 1636, the Massachusetts Bay Colony organized America's first militia regiments, some of which still serve today in the Army National Guard.)
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What did the U.S. Army begin?
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June 14, 1775
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Who was the first commander in Chief of the Continental Army?
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George Washington
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When was the start of the Revolutionary War?
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19 April, 1775
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When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
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July 04, 1776
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The Army received it's first real training from what former Prussian Officer at Valley Forge in the winter of 1778?
answer
Baron Fredreich von Steuben
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What did Baron Fredriech von Steuben teach the Continental Army at Valley Forge?
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He taught the Continental Army:A simplified but effective version of the drill formations and movements of European armies. 2)Proper care of equipment3)The use of the bayonet (a weapon in which British superiority had previously been marked). 4)He impressed upon officers their responsibility for taking care of the soldiers
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On what date did the Revolutionary War officially end with a signing of a peace treaty in Paris?
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03 September 1783
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What is the name of the document that originally governed the United States and was later replaced by the "Constitution"?
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The Articles of Confederation
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The nation nearly doubled in 1803 when it purchased a huge expanse of territory from France in what became known as what?
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The Louisiana Purchase
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Who was one of the most prolific writers of the early 19th century and would be the author of "The Army Regulations of 1821", the first written regulation by the Army since the publication of Baron von Steubens "Blue Book"?
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General Winfield Scott
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What were some of the areas covered in "The Army Regulations of 1821".
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1)The Hand Salute 2)How to conduct a march 3)How to make a good stew for the company
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What is the bloodiest war in American history?
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The Civil War with the death of over 600,000 Americans on both sides
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When and where did the Civil War actually begin?
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The Civil War being in April of 1861 when South Carolina militia forces fired on Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor.
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The Union defeat at the First Battle of Bull Run showed the need for more what?
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More thorough preparation and for more soldiers.
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President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation on 22 September 1862 freed the slaves in any areas still under Confederate control as of what date?
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01 January 1863.
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Congress authorized the creation of the Medal of Honor on what date?
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12 July 1862.
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Who received the first Medal of Honor ever awarded?
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Private Jacob Parrott, Company K, 33d OhioVolunteer Infantry on 25 March 1863
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The Battle of Gettysburg started on what date?
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01 July 1863
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General Lee surrendered his Army on what date, marking the end of the Civil War?
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09 april, 1865
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Who was the only female to receive the Medal of Honor?
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Dr. Mary E. Walker
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Congress declared war on Spain on what date?
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25 april, 1898
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When did World War I begin?
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August 1914
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What event sparked the start of World War I?
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A Bosnian separatist murdered the Archduke Francis Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary and his wife during a visit to Sarajevo.
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On 23 February 1917 the British turned over to the US Government an intercepted note from the German foreign minister to the German ambassador in Mexico. In the note were instructions to offer Mexico an alliance in the event of war with the United States and promising that Mexico could regain what?
answer
Texas, New Mexico and Arizona
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On what date did President Wilson ask Congress to declare war on Germany?
answer
02 April, 1917
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The Armistice ended the fighting at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918. Known for many years as Armistice Day, what is it now called in the United States?
answer
Veteran's Day
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One result of WW I was the creation of what International body roughly similar to the United Nations of today?
answer
The League of Nations (it was envisioned as a forum where disputes could be settled peacefully)
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National Defense Act of June 4, 1920 governed the organization and regulation of what until 1950?
answer
The Army
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On what date did the Japanese attack Pearl Harbor?
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07 December 1941
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The Women's Army Corps was created in what year?
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1943
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When was D Day?
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06 June 1944
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Just after dawn on D Day, the 1st, 4th, and 29th Infantry Divisions assaulted what beaches?
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Utah and Omaha
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President Truman authorized the use of two atomic bombs against Japan, destroying Hiroshima and Nagasaki on what dates?
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Hiroshima - 06 August 1945 Nagasaki - 09 August 1945
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The National Security Act of 1947 was a sweeping reorganization of the US military. What did it establish?
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Department of Defense - Army - Navy - Air Force
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What year marked the start of the Korean War?
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1950
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In early of what year did President Johnson begin a process of escalation that put 184,000 American troops in South Vietnam by year's end?
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1965
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What is the longest war in U.S. History?
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The Vietnam War
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In early of what year did President Johnson begin a process of escalation that put 184,000 American troops in South Vietnam by year's end?
answer
1965
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After a U.S. Marine was shot in 1989 in Panama, what Operation was launched?
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Operation Just Cause
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General H. Norman Schwarzkopf and his Saudi counterpart sent their multinational ground forces across the border into Iraq in what in late February of what year?
answer
1991
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On what date did the United States enormous support from the global community, respond to the attacks on September 11th, 2001 with attacks on the al-Qaeda network and the Taliban-controlled government of Afghanistan that was supporting it?
answer
07 October, 2001
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With a coalition that included Great Britain, Australia, Poland and 44 other nations, the United States began offensive military operations to remove Saddam Hussein from power and liberate Iraq on what date?
answer
20 March 2003
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When was Saddam Husein captured?
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13 December 2003
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What does ASAP stand for?
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Army Substance Abuse Program
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What is the mission of ASAP?
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The ASAP's mission is to strengthen the overall fitness and effectiveness of the Army's total workforce and to enhance the combat readiness of its Soldiers.
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What are the objectives of ASAP?
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--Increase individual fitness and overall unit readiness. --Provide services, which are adequate and responsive to the needs of the total workforce and emphasize alcohol and other drug abuse deterrence, prevention, education, and treatment. --Implement alcohol and other drug risk reduction and prevention strategies that respond to potential problems before they jeopardize readiness, productivity, and careers. --Restore to duty those substance-impaired Soldiers who have the potential for continued military service. Provide effective alcohol and other drug abuse prevention and education at all levels of command, and encourage commanders to provide alcohol and drug-free leisure activities. --Ensure all military and civilian personnel assigned to ASAP staff are appropriately trained and experienced to accomplish their mission. --Achieve maximum productivity and reduce absenteeism and attrition among DA civilian employees by reducing the effects of the abuse of alcohol and other drugs. --Improve readiness by extending services to the total Army. --Ensure quality customer service.
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What is meant by deglamorization of alcohol?
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Personnel will not promote any function glamorizing the use of alcohol through drinking contests, games, initiations, or the awarding of alcoholic beverages as prizes in contests.
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What army Regulation covers ASAP?
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AR 600-85
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Is ASAP participation mandatory for Individuals that are command referred?
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ASAP participation is mandatory for all Soldiers who are command referred. Failure to attend a mandatory counseling session may constitute a violation of Article 86 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
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What will happen to Soldiers who fail to participate in or fail to respond successfully to rehabilitation?
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Soldiers who fail to participate adequately in, or to respond successfully to,rehabilitation will be processed for administrative separation and not be provided another opportunity for rehabilitation except under the most extraordinary circumstances, as determined by the CD in consultation with the unit commander.
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What are the ways that Soldiers can be identified as having a substance abuse problem?
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--Voluntary (self-identification) --Commander / Supervisor Identification --Biochemical Identification --Medical Identification --Investigation and or Apprehension
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What are the objectives of rehabilitation with ASAP?
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--Return Soldiers to full duty as soon as possible. --Identify Soldiers who cannot be rehabilitated within the scope of this regulation and to advise their unit commanders. --Assist and refer Soldiers who cannot be rehabilitated in the ASAP to a treatment facility in the vicinity where they reside after discharge from the Army. --Help resolve alcohol and other drug abuse problems in the family, with the ultimate goal of enabling the Soldier to perform more effectively.
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What are the objectives of bio-chemical testing (also called a urinalysis)?
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--Deter Soldiers, including those members on initial entry on AD after enlistment or appointment, from abusing drugs (including illegal drugs, other illicit substances, and prescribed medication). --Facilitate early identification of alcohol and/or other drug abuse. --Enable commanders to assess the security, military fitness, good order and discipline of their units, and to use information obtained to take appropriate action (for example, UCMJ, administrative, or other actions, including referral to the ASAP counseling center for screening, evaluation, and possible treatment). --Monitor rehabilitation of those enrolled for alcohol and/or other drug abuse. --Collect data on the prevalence of alcohol and/or other drug abuse within the Army.
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Commanders may direct drug testing under what conditions?
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--Unit inspections. (either the entire or part of a unit) --Search and seizures/probable cause. --Competence for Duty. --Rehabilitation. --Mishap or Safety Inspection. --Consent (specimen may be provided voluntarily by a Soldier). --New Entrant. --Medical.
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All ASAP referrals are accomplished by the Commander or 1SG using what form?
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Completing and signing the DA 8003 Referral Form.
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Can Soldiers that are enrolled in an ASAP rehabilitation program reenlist?
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Soldiers currently enrolled in the ASAP rehabilitation program are not allowed to reenlist. However, Soldiers who need additional service time to complete their enrollment may be extended for the number of months necessary to permit completion.
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Will Soldiers who are command referred to ASAP be flagged?
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Yes, IAW AR600-8-2 (Suspension of Favorable Personnel Action (flags)).
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What Does ACS stand for?
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Army Community Service
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What does the ACS symbol represent?
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The heart = giving, the cross = help, the gyroscope = stability
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What is the ACS mission statement?
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--Facilitate commander's ability to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and responsive services that support readiness of soldiers, civilian employees and their families. --Maximize technology and resources, adapt to unique installation requirements, eliminate duplication in service delivery, and measure service effectiveness.
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What Army regulation covers ACS?
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AR 608-1
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How is ACS staffed for the most part?
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By volunteers
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What is the motto of the ACS?
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Self-help, service and stability.
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Who qualifies for ACS?
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In the United States,the following personnel are eligible for ACS assistance: --All active duty and retired military personnel and their family members, if otherwise eligible for services. --Members of the Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve when on active duty and their family members, if otherwise eligible for services. Army appropriated fund(APF) and non appropriated fund (NAF) employees and their family members, if otherwise eligible for services. --Family members of prisoners of war or personnel missing in action, if otherwise eligible for services. --Surviving family members of military personnel who died while on active duty, if otherwise eligible for services. In overseas commands, the Commander will determine eligibility according to international treatise and agreements.
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What can you do to help out ACS?
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Donate Staple foodstuff to the food lockers, usable household goods, and volunteer your time.
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What regulation covers the ACES?
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AR 621-5
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What regulation covers Army Learning Centers?
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AR 621-6
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What are the goals of ACES?
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Develop confident,competent leaders. --Support the enlistment, retention, and transition of soldiers. --Provide self-development opportunities for soldiers and adult family members. --Provide self-development opportunities for DACs. --Provide self-development opportunities for DAC ACES professional and support staff.
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What does TABE stand for?
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Test ofAdult Basic Education
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How much of your tuition does the tuition assistance grant pay?
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100%
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Name some federal financial aid programs available to Soldiers through ACES
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Pell Grant Perkins Loans Guaranteed Student Loans
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What are some of the basic services offered by the Army Continuing Education Center?
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Basic Skills Education Program (BSEP) Advanced Skills Education Program (ASEP) High School Completion Program Service members Opportunity Colleges Associates Degree Program (SOCAD) Veteran's Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)/Montgomery G. I. Bill (MGIB) Skill Recognition Programs Command Language Programs (Head start - Gateway) Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) Education Counseling Services Learning Resource Centers
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What Soldier development programs does ACES provide?
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Functional Academic Skills Training (FAST). High School Completion Program. English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) Mission-related Language (Head start and Gateway). Mission-required Language. MOS Improvement Training (MOSIT).
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What does DANTES stand for?
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Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support
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What does DANTES do?
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DANTES provides standardized testing services free to military personnel. Family members and civilians may take DANTES tests but must pay for each test taken.
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Soldiers with a GT score of less than 110 should be referred to what?
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BSEP - Soldiers with a GT less than 100 are normally automatically eligible. Soldiers with a GT between 100 and 110 may be command referred.
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Soldiers who begin their active service after what date are eligible to receive the new GI Bill?
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July 1985, but they are required to pay $100 per month for the first 12 months
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What does SOC stand for?
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Service members Opportunity Colleges
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What does SOCAD stand for?
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Service members Opportunity College Army Degrees
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AER closely coordinates with what other organization?
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American Red Cross
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What is AER?
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AER is a private, nonprofit organization to collect and hold funds to relieve distress of members of the Army and their dependents. AER provides emergency financial assistance to soldiers (active and retired) and their families in time of distress.
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What does AER stand for?
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Army Emergency Relief
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What is the Army Regulation that covers AER?
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AR 930-4
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Are you required to contribute to AER to receive help?
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No
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Who does AER help?
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Soldiers on extended active duty and their dependents. Members of the Reserve Components of the Army (Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve) on continuous active duty for more than 30 days and their dependents. (This applies to soldiers on AD for training (ADT) or serving under various sections of title 10, United States Code). Soldiers retired from active duty because of longevity or physical disability, or retired upon reaching age 60 (Reserve Components) and their dependents. Widows (ers) and orphans of soldiers who died while on active duty or after they retired.
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How are monetary contributions made to AER?
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Cash,check or allotment
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When is the AER annual fund campaign held army-wide?
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March 01 through May 15
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How does AER provide financial assistance?
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AER provides financial assistance by either a loan without interest, a grant or a combination of both
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What is the purpose of AER?
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AER provides emergency financial assistance to soldiers (active and retired) and their families in time of distress.
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What is the dollar limit on AER loans?
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There is no dollar limit. AER Assistance will meet your emergency need.
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Failure to repay an AER loan (unless repayment would cause undo hardship) will cause the Soldier's name to be placed on an AER restricted list which is disseminated Army-wide. What does this mean for the Soldier?
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Individuals who appear on this list will not be approved for AER assistance without the specific prior approval of HQ AER.
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What is the AER Motto?
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"Helping the Army Take Care Of its Own"
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The minimum amount that can be contributed to AER through allotment is what amount?
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1 dollar each month for 3 months
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How is AER funded?
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Through Voluntary Contributions from Soldiers (tax free), through unsolicited contributions, repayments of loans, and income from investments.
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What is the purpose of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
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The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program reinforces the Army's commitment to eliminate incidents of sexual assault through a comprehensive policy that centers on awareness and prevention, training and education, victim advocacy, response,reporting, and accountability.
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The Army's policy on Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program applies where and when?
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Both on and off post and during duty and non-duty hours. To working, living, and recreational environments (including both on- and off-post housing).
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What are the goals of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
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Create a climate that minimizes sexual assault incidents, which impact Army personnel, Army civilians, and family members, and, if an incident should occur, ensure that victims and subjects are treated according to Army policy. Create a climate that encourages victims to report incidents of sexual assault without fear. Establish sexual assault prevention training and awareness programs to educate Soldiers. Ensure sensitive and comprehensive treatment to restore victims' health and well-being. Ensure leaders understand their roles and responsibilities regarding response to sexual assault victims, thoroughly investigate allegations of sexual assault, and take appropriate administrative and disciplinary action.
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Define sexual assault.
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Sexual assault is a crime defined as intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent.
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Sexual assault includes what acts?
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Rape Non consensual Sodomy (oral or anal sex) Indecent Assault (unwanted, inappropriate sexual contact or fondling) Attempts to commit these acts
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More than half of sexual assault offenses include what?
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Alcohol
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Prevention of sexual harassment is whose responsibility?
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The Commander's Responsibility
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Define the following terms as they apply to the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program: victim, alleged perpetrator, and perpetrator.
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Victim - One who has been sexually assaulted. Alleged Perpetrator - One who has been accused of committing a crime (subject). Perpetrator - One who has committed a crime (offender).
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What is the Army's policy on sexual assault?
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Sexual assault is a criminal offense that has no place in the Army. It degrades mission readiness by devastating the Army's ability to work effectively as a team. Every Soldier who is aware of a sexual assault should immediately (within 24 hours) report incidents. Sexual assault is incompatible with Army values and is punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and other federal and local civilian laws. The Army will use training, education, and awareness to minimize sexual assault
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If someone has been sexually assaulted, to whom may they report the crime?
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Their chain of command. Medical Treatment Facility. Military Police/Criminal Investigation Division. Chaplains. Social Work Services. Family Advocacy. Legal Services.
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Army Regulation 27-10 outlines the rights of crime victims, what are they?
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The right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and a respect for privacy The right to be protected from the accused offender The right to be notified of court proceedings The right to be present at all public court proceedings related to the assault unless the court determines that testimony by the victim would be materially affected if the victim heard other testimony at trial, or for other good cause The right to talk to the attorney for the Government in the case The right to seek restitution, if appropriate The right to information regarding conviction, sentencing, imprisonment, and release of the offender from custody.
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What must Commanders do to implement and support the Army's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?
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Ensure that assigned personnel (to include RC personnel under their jurisdiction) are familiar with the Army policy on sexual harassment. Publish and post written command policy statements for the prevention of sexual harassment. Continually assess and be aware of the climate of command regarding sexual harassment. Identify problems or potential problems. Take prompt, decisive action to investigate all complaints of sexual harassment. Either resolve the problem at the lowest possible level or, if necessary, take formal disciplinary or administrative action. Do not allow Soldiers to be retaliated against for filing complaints. Continually monitor the unit and assess sexual harassment prevention policies and programs at all levels within area of responsibility. Ensure all leaders understand that if they witness or otherwise know of incidents of sexual harassment, they are obligated to act. If they do not, they themselves are also engaging in sexual harassment. Set the standard
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What are the categories of sexual harassment and give some examples?
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Verbal - Examples of verbal sexual harassment may include telling sexual jokes
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What does EO stand for?
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Equal Opportunity
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What is an EOR?
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Equal Opportunity Representative
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What rank should an EOR normally be?
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SGT (P)through 1LT
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What Army Regulation covers the EO program?
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AR 600-20 chapter 6
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What are the goals of the EO program?
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Provide EO for military personnel and family members, both on and off post and within the limits of the laws of localities, states, and host nations. Create and sustain effective units by eliminating discriminatory behaviors or practices that undermine teamwork, mutual respect, loyalty, and shared sacrifice of the men and women of America's Army.
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What are the three policies each commander is required to publish and post on equal opportunity?
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Written command policy statements for EO Prevention of Sexual Harassment Equal Opportunity Complaint Procedures
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Soldiers are required to have how many periods of EO training per year?
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4 (1 each quarter)
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Define the term ethnic group.
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A segment of the population that possesses common characteristics and a cultural heritage based to some degree on: faith or faiths
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Define the term racism.
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Any attitude or action of a person or institutional structure that subordinates aperson or group because of skin color or race.
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Describe minority group
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Any groupdistinguished from the general population in terms of race, religion, color,gender, or national origin.
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What is sexual harassment?
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Sexual harassment is a form of gender discrimination that involves unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature between the same or opposite genders when Submission to, or rejection of, such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of a person's job, pay, career, or Submission to, or rejection of, such conduct by a person is used as a basis for career or employment decisions affecting that person, or Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment. Any person in a supervisory or command position who uses or condones implicit or explicit sexual behavior to control, influence, or affect the career, pay, or job of a Soldier or civilian employee is engaging in sexual harassment. Similarly, any Soldier or civilian employee who makes deliberate or repeated unwelcome verbal comments, gestures, or physical contact of a sexual nature is engaging in sexual harassment.
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What is an Affirmative Actions Plan (AAP)?
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A management document that consists of statements of attainable goals and timetables. This document is required of all Army organizations, commands,agencies, and activities down to brigade (or equivalent) level. It is designed to achieve EO for all military personnel.
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What action does the Army take against off-post activities, including housing and public accommodations, which arbitrarily discriminate against members of the Army and their dependents?
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Off limits or off limits sanctions may be applied.
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Who is the primary source for solving EO complaints?
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Your Unit Chain of Command
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What is the Army's written policy on EO?
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The U.S. Army will provide EO and fair treatment for military personnel and family members without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, and provide an environment free of unlawful discrimination and offensive behavior. This policy Applies both on and off post, during duty and non-duty hours. Applies to working, living, and recreational environments (including both on and off-post housing).
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What is the primary channel for correcting discriminatory practices and for communications on equal opportunity matters?
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Chain of Command
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Does every unit have an EO representative?
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Yes, each Commander is required to appoint an EOR in the rank of SGT (P) through 1LT.
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What does AFAP stand for?
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Army Family Action Plan
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What Army Regulation covers the Army Family Action Plan?
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AR 608-47
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When was the AFAP program established?
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The AFAP program was established in 1983 as a result of the Chief of Staff, Army (CSA),1983 White Paper, "The Army Family."
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The AFAP program creates an information loop between whom?
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The Global Army Family and Leadership. The AFAP provides a means for Army constituents to address and report issues of well-being concern to leadership at regular intervals.
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The AFAP program's process of improvement begins where?
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At the local level, where an annual symposium is held to examine issues of concern that delegates believe need to be fixed.
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The Army family has been symbolized by the Secretary of the Army as an equilateral triangle. How is each side of the triangle expressed?
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Base: "Family of Components" (Total Force) Second Leg: "Family of Units" Third Leg: "Family of People"
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The philosophy toward the family, based on the Army Family White Paper, consists of three critical elements. What are they?
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Partnership Wellness Sense of community
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What are some things that the AFAP does?
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Gives commanders a gauge to validate concerns and measure satisfaction Enhances Army's corporate image Helps retain the best and brightest Results in legislation, policies, programs and services that strengthen readiness and retention Safeguards well-being
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What types of programs are focused on in the "Family of Components"?
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Programs relating to the Active Army, National Guard, Army Reserve and civilian employees
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What type of programs are focused on in the "Family of Units"?
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Programs relating to the unique relationship of soldiers to their units and unit ties to other components of the command, such as squad to its platoon or the platoon to its company (battery)
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What is the basis for the Army theme, "The Army family"?
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A joint announcement signed by the Secretary and the Chief of Staff of the Army. This announcement was based on the C/S white paper 1983
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What types of programs are focused on in the Family of People?
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Programs relating to all areas of concern to the service members and their families, including the military and civilian retiree
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What are some activities that the American Red Cross offers?
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CPR instruction, Blood drives, Swimming lessons, Communication services (by wire), Financial assistance, Counseling and referral services, Transplantation services, AIDS education, Health and safety services.
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How is the ARC staffed for the most part?
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By volunteers
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What is the major service that Red Cross offers?
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Communication between soldiers and their families for both problem solving and emergency (especially the notification or "red cross message")
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What Army Regulation covers Red Cross?
answer
AR 930-5
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What Army Regulation covers the Army Retention Program?
answer
AR 601-280
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What are some reasons that a soldier may be ineligible for reenlistment?
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If the soldier is barred or flagged and if the soldier is enrolled in ASAP
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What is an SRB?
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Selective Reenlistment Bonus
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What is the minimum number of years that a soldier must reenlist for to be eligible for an SRB?
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Three years
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Can a Soldier request separation if a bar to reenlistment is imposed?
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No
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Describe a Bar to Reenlistment.
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Administrative action initiated by the commander to prevent a substandard soldier from reenlisting or reentering the service
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A Bar to Reenlistment is reviewed how often?
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Every three months or 30 days prior to PCS / ETS
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Who can initiate a Bar to Reenlistment?
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Any commander in the soldier's chain of command
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Who is the final approving authority for a Bar to Reenlistment?
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A Commander who is one approval level higher than the commanding authority
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Soldiers SGM and below who have not reenlisted under the indefinite reenlistment program are required to receive Retention Interviews. When are they done?
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Career Counselor: 30 days from arrival to unit Unit Commander 90 days from arrival Unit Commander 15-16 months prior to ETS Career Counselor 13-14 months prior to ETS Career Counselor 4 months prior to ETS Reserve Component Career counselor 90-120 days prior to ETS
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Who may lift a Bar?
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The same authority that approved the Bar may lift it with a written recommendation by the unit Commander
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What type of fire extinguisher must not be used on electrical fires?
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A water fire Extinguisher
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Who is responsible for the Army Safety Program?
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It is the responsibility of each soldier
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The word SAFETY is often associated with what term?
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Risk Management
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What accounts for the majority of accidents?
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Carelessness
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Accidents are reported in accordance with what regulation?
answer
AR 385-40
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3 safety features commonly found in any barracks.
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Lights in stairwells Fire lights (emergency lighting) Fire extinguisher and alarms Arms room safety procedures First aid kits CQ Safety posters Handrails Storage of dangerous tools and chemicals
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What safety features are stressed in the motor pool?
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Reduced speed, no smoking except in designated areas, fire extinguishers in buildings and vehicles, proper utilization of tool safety equipment (goggles, safety toe shoes, etc.)
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How often are fire extinguishers in the barracks required to be checked for serviceability, and how can this be determined?
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Once a month, a tag on the fire extinguisher indicating the date and initials of authorized unit safety personnel
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What AR covers safety?
answer
AR 385-10
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Where on post can you find out how many privately owned vehicle accidents that were fatal have occurred this year?
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A sign in the vicinity of the outbound gate on post
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Should there be a sponsorship program for a soldier departing a unit?
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Yes
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What Army Regulation covers the Total Army Sponsorship Program?
answer
AR 600-8-8
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What is S-Gate?
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S-Gate provides information for incoming soldiers entering the USAREUR Theater of command. An incoming soldier can find out who their sponsor is and how to contact them. S-Gate includes their pinpoint assignment, sponsor information, a welcome letter, a needs assessment checklist and links to other useful USAREUR web sites and regulatory information.
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What DA Form is used to transmit sponsorship requirements to gaining commands?
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DA Form 5434 or the Electronically Generated DA Form 5434-E
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How soon after the DA Form 5434 is received should a sponsor be assigned?
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10 days unless the sponsorship is declined
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What are the general rules for appointing a sponsor?
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The Soldier should be in a grade equal to or higher ranking than the incoming soldier. The sponsor should be the same sex (gender) as the sponsor. The sponsor should be familiar with the unit or activity and community
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What are the six elements of the sponsorship program?
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DA Form 5434.M Welcome letter. ACS Relocation Readiness Services. Reception. Orientation. Inprocessing.
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The primary goal of the Army's QOLP is to promote the development of military group commitment and cohesiveness, is essential to what?
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Readiness (combat effectiveness).
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What are some examples of the QOLP?
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ACS / AER / ARC / EO Postal services PX / commissary privileges AFN radio and television MWR, education services Community sports programs Recreational facilities Banking services Clubs Gyms (physical fitness centers)
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What does QOLP stand for?
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Quality Of Life Program
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The Army's Quality of Life program is dedicated to the precept that the Army's number one operational resource must be taken care of. What is this resource?
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The soldier
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Quality of Life needs and the programs and actions to address them, are categorized under two general headings. What are they?
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Living conditions Duty environment.
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Who is the senior enlisted advisor to the BOSS council, and approves members selected to serve on BOSS committees?
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The Installation Command Sergeant Major
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According to AR 215-1, what does the BOSS program provide?
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It provides opportunities for active duty soldiers, with an emphasis on single and unaccompanied soldiers, to participate in physical, self-development, leisure, and educational related services.
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What type of program is BOSS?
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BOSS is categorized as a category B Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) program.
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How many officers are on the BOSS council?
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Three: President, Vice-President, and Secretary and Treasurer
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What is the lowest level unit that has a BOSS council representative?
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The battery/company level
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What is CHAMPUS?
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Civilian Health And Medical Program for the Uniformed Services. It is a cost-sharing program that is used to provide in-patient and outpatient care for dependents from civilian sources.
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What Army regulation covers CHAMPUS?
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AR 40-121
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Who is Eligible for CHAMPUS?
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Family members of active duty military personnel, Family members of either deceased or retired personnel, and retired military personnel and their family members under the age of 65
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What Does DEERS stand for?
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Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System.
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What is DEERS used for?
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To obtain dependent ID cards for eligible spouse and children
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What does NCODP stand for
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Non commissioned Officer Development Program
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What is the goal of NCODP?
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overarching Army Non commissioned Officer Professional Development Program.
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As with all leader training and leader development, who is responsible for NCODP?
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The command.
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NCODP is typically managed by whom?
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The CSMor Senior NCO in the organization.
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What are some objectives of NCODP?
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Develop and strengthen the skills, knowledge, and abilities to train, deploy, and lead soldiers in combat through battle focused training. Develop NCOs who are self-aware, adaptive, competent, and confident. Realize the full potential of the NCO support channel. Foster a unit environment that enhances continued NCO leader development and encourages self-development as part of a lifelong learning process.
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What Army Regulation covers NCODP?
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AR 350-1 Chap 4
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What is the purpose of AR 350-1?
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This regulation prescribes policies, procedures, and responsibilities for developing, managing, and conducting Army training and leader development.
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In order to accomplish battle-focused NCO development, commanders and unit NCOs should follow what procedures?
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Link NCO development to the current skill level and duty assignments Establish a viable unit level NCODP using unit METL as the vehicle to incorporate the following into each NCO's daily activities. Synchronize battle-focused NCODP as a component of operational assignments (experience) with the other two pillars of leader development (institutional training and self-development) Establish a systematic and continuous program Integrate the use of leader books (FM 25-l01, app B) to track individual NCO progress Emphasize coaching to achieve commitment to excellence in performance
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A successful NCODP will result in NCOs who can what?
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Demonstrate the skills of current skill level and duty position per AR 611-21 and DA Pam 600-25. Accept the duties and responsibilities of current rank and duty position per AR 600-20, AR 611-21, and FM 7-22.7. Enhance combat performance for the current and next higher rank and duty position per AR 600-20 and FM 22-100 (being revised as FM 6-22). Enhance combat leadership competencies for the current and next higher rank per FM 22-100 (being revised as FM 6-22). Train themselves and subordinates to be proficient in METL tasks and associated critical tasks per FM 7-0, FM 7-1, and FM 7-22.7. Coach subordinates to be totally committed to U.S. Army professional ethics, Warrior Ethos, and the Soldier'
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WHAT ARMY REGULATION COVERS SALUTES, HONOR AND VISITS OF COURTESY?
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AR 600-85
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SALUTES ARE NOT REQUIRED TO BE RENDERED OR RETURNED WHEN THE SENIOR OF SUBORDINATE, OR BOTH ARE WHAT?
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IN CIVILAN ATTIRE, ENGAGED IN WORK, IN THE RANKS OF A FORMATION, IN PUBLIC PLACES, WORKING AS A MEMBER OF A DETAIL
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WHEN DO YOU SALUTE INSIDE A BUILDING?
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WHEN REPORTING TO YOUR COMMANDER, WHEN REPORTING TO A PAY OFFICER, WHEN REPORTING TO A MILITARY BOARD, AT AN INDOOR CEREMONY
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CAN YOU SALUTE AS A PRISONER?
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NO, YOU HAVE LOST THE RIGHT TO SALUTE
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WHAT IS THE ORIGIN OF THE SALUTE?
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When reporting to an officer in his office, the soldier removes his headgear, knocks, and enters when told to do so. He approaches within two steps of the officer's desk, halts, salutes, and reports, "Sir (Ma'am), Private Jones reports." The salute is held until the report is completed and the salute has been returned by the officer. When the business is completed, the soldier salutes, holds the salute until it has been returned, executes the appropriate facing movement, and departs. When reporting indoors under arms, the procedure is the same except that the headgear is not removed and the soldier renders the salute prescribed for the weapon with which he is armed.
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WHAT ARE SOME EXAMPLES OF WHEN ENLISTED MEMBERS WOULD EXCHANGE SALUTES?
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WHEN REPORTING IN FORMATION, WHEN REPORTING TO AN ENLISTED PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD
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ON WHAT COMMAND WOULD YOU SALUTE IN FROMATION?
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PRSENT ARMS
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IS THE RECIPIENT OF THE MEDAL OF HONOR ENTITLED TO A SALUTE?
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YES
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WHERE DO YOU WALK WHEN WALIKG WITH SOMEONE THAT IS SENIOR TO YOU?
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ON THE SENIOR PERSONS LEFT
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WHO SALUTES IN A GROUP OF SOLDIERS NOT IN FORMATION?
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THE FIRST PERSON WHO SEE THE OFFICER CALL THE GROUP TO ATTENTION, AND EVERYONE SALUTES
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When a President or Former President of the U.S. arrives and leaves an army installation, how many gun salute do they get?
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21 gun salute, both times
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When meeting an officer in the open, how far away should you be before rendering the hand salute?
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Approximately 6 paces when our paths will bring you close by, or within speaking distance when making eye contact.
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Who will set the time of sounding reveille and retreat?
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Installation Commanders
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During the sounding of reveille, when is the flag hoisted?
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On the first note of reveille
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At the last note of retreat, what will happen?
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A gun will be fired (if available) on military installations, followed by the playing of the national anthem or sound of "To The Color" (using a drum and bugle corps, a bugler, or recorded music) concurrent with the lowering of the flag. The flag will be lowered to ensure completion at the last note of the music. The same respect will be observed by all military personnel whether the national anthem is played or "To the Color" is sounded.
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When foreign soldiers are invited by U.S. forces to participate in parades, where will they be positioned?
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They will be assigned a position of honor ahead of U.S. soldiers. As a special compliment, a small escort of honor composed of U.S. soldiers will precede the foreign soldiers.
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What is the official song of the U.S. Army?
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"The Army Goes Rolling Along"
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During the playing of the Army Song, how will individuals stand?
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They will stand at attention and sing the lyrics of the Army Song when played.
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The Army Song is always played at the conclusion of what events?
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Reviews , Parades
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Who exits a military vehicle first?
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The senior person
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How long is the call "to the color
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40 seconds
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What are the courtesies rendered by individuals during Reveille if they are in uniform and in formation either with or without headgear?
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Execute "Present Arms" at the command of officer or NCO in charge. Execute "Order Arms" at the command of officer or NCO in charge.
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What are the courtesies rendered by individuals during Reveille if they are in uniform and not in formation either with or without headgear?
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At the first note of music, face flag and render hand salute (if flag is not in view, face direction of music)
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What are the courtesies rendered by individuals during Retreat and To the Color if they are in uniform and in formation either with or without headgear?
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At the first note of Retreat, execute "Parade Rest" at the command of the officer or NCO in charge. Remain at Parade Rest until given "Attention" by officer or NCO in charge.At the first note of To the Color, execute "Present Arms" at the command of officer or NCO in charge. Execute "Order Arms" at the command of officer or NCO in charge.
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What are the courtesies rendered by individuals during Retreat and To the Color if they are in uniform and not in formation either with or without headgear?
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At the first note of Retreat, face flag and stand at attention (if flag is not in view, face direction of music). Remain at attention until last note of "TO THE COLOR" has been played. At the first note of To the Color: If outdoors, render hand salute if indoors, stand at attention. Hold this position until the last note of music has been played.
