NCO of the quarter

NCO of the quarter What is the mission of JROTC? - ✔✔To motivate young people to be better citizens. What is key to success in the JROTC program? How would you define this? - ✔✔TeamworkWorking together to accomplish a ...

NCO of the quarter What is the mission of JROTC? - ✔✔To motivate young people to be better citizens. What is key to success in the JROTC program? How would you define this? - ✔✔TeamworkWorking together to accomplish a mission What is the definition of leadership? - ✔✔The ability to lead, guide, or influence others to accomplish a mission in the manner desired while providing purpose, direction, and motivation. (While improving the unit). Why did congress see a need for the JROTC program? - ✔✔To develop young leaders at an early age who will be able to understand the requirements of good citizenship. What are the three leadership styles? - ✔✔Delegating, participating and directing. What are the seven Army Values and their definitions? - ✔✔Loyalty- to bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution Duty- to fulfill your obligations Respect- to treat people as they should be treated Selfless Service- to put the welfare of others before your own Honor- to live up to all values Integrity- to do what's right, legally and morally Personal Courage- to face fear, danger, or adversity What are the first 10 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution known as? - ✔✔The Bill of Rights What Amendment grants the "Freedom of Speech"? - ✔✔The First Amendment Name the three most commonly used flags: - ✔✔Garrison, Post, and Storm What are the two primary political parties? - ✔✔The Republican Party and the Democratic Party Where is the main headquarters for all United States Armed Forces? - ✔✔Pentagon, Arlington VA What is the job of the S1? - ✔✔Personnel Officer What is the job of the S2? - ✔✔Security Officer What is the job of the S3? - ✔✔Training and Operations Officer What is the job of the S4? - ✔✔Supply or Logistics Officer What is the job of the S5? - ✔✔Public Affairs Officer What is the job of the S6? - ✔✔Communications Officer What is the regulation manual for Drill and Ceremonies? - ✔✔Fm 3-21.5 What is the regulation manual for Organization, Administration, Operation, Training, and Support? - ✔✔CCR-145-2 What is the regulation manual for Organizational Inspection Program and Checklists? - ✔✔CCR-145-8-3 What is the regulation manual for Cadet Command Safety Program? - ✔✔CCR-385-10-V3 What is the regulation manual for Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia? - ✔✔AR670-1 What is the regulation manual for Physical Training? - ✔✔TC 3-22.20 Define Chain of Command. - ✔✔A line of authority and responsibility within an organization. When did congress first authorize the actual formation of the Reserve Officers Training Corps? - ✔✔1916 What is our Chain of Command? - ✔✔Commander in Chief- President Barrack Obama Vice President of the U.S.- Vice President Joe Biden Secretary of Defense- Honorable Ash Carter Secretary of the Army- Honorable John McHugh Army Chief of Staff- General Raymond Odinero Sergeant Major of the Army- Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) General- General David Perkins TRADOC CSM- CSM Daniel Dailey U.S. Army Cadet Command General- MG Peggy C. Combs USAAC- CSM Gabriel Arnold What is the birthday of the United States Army? - ✔✔14 June 1775 Name two ways to become a United States citizen: - ✔✔Birth and Naturalization Name the four ways to become a commissioned officer in the United States Army: - ✔✔Attend the U.S. Military Academy at West Point Attend Officers Candidate School Earn a Direct Commission Enroll in Army ROTC at a college/university Name the four parts of a lesson plan: - ✔✔Inquire Gather Process Apply Name the three types of teaching methods: - ✔✔Lecture, Conference, and Demonstration Name the two basic responsibilities of a leader: - ✔✔Mission accomplishment and welfare of subordinates What are the two burdens of a leader? - ✔✔Accountability and responsibility What are the indicators of unit effectiveness? - ✔✔Morale, discipline, proficiency, and esprit de corps What is the definition of communication? - ✔✔The effective transmission of understanding and meaning Name the 11 principles of leadership: - ✔✔Know yourself and seek self-improvement Be technically and tactically proficient Keep your subordinates informed What are the five powers of a leader or manager? - ✔✔Rewards, Corecive, Legitimate, Expert, and Referent Know the General Orders: - ✔✔I will guard everything within the limits of my post and quit my post only when properly relieved. Name one of the main objectives of JROTC: - ✔✔Develop leadership What branch of service is trained to fight on land? - ✔✔The Army Under the direction of the Secretary of Defense, who leads the Army? - ✔✔The Secretary of the Army What is the top military position in the United States Army? - ✔✔The Chief of Staff of the Army Name the current officeholders. - ✔✔The President of the U.S. The Vice President of the U.S. The Governor of your state (Bob McDonnell When marching at quick time, what is the normal arm swing distance? - ✔✔Nine inches to the front and six inches to the rear of the trouser seams How many inches are there in a normal step in marching? - ✔✔30 inches Which foot can you give the command of halt on? - ✔✔Either foot What position are you allowed to speak while in formation? - ✔✔The position of rest All stationary commands are given from which position? - ✔✔The position of attention What is the rate of march for "Quick Time"? - ✔✔120 steps per minute What is the rate of march for "Double Time"? - ✔✔180 steps per minute What is the proper length of a half step? - ✔✔15 inches What do the torches represent on the JROTC uniform? - ✔✔Knowledge What does the gold star represent? - ✔✔Honor unit with Distinction What is the highest military award? - ✔✔The congressional Medal of Honor Left Flank, March - ✔✔Left foot Right Flank, March - ✔✔Right foot Column right, march - ✔✔Right foot Column left, march - ✔✔Left foot Rear, march - ✔✔Right foot Squad, halt - ✔✔May be given as either foot strikes the ground What position should a leader be at when giving drill commands? - ✔✔The position of attention What commands would you give to have your unit salute, and then drop their salute? - ✔✔Present arms, order arms Name the parts of a two-part command - ✔✔Preparatory and execution When should you step off on your right foot? - ✔✔Right step, march Name a command which is executed in one count: - ✔✔Fall out What is the proper length of a step at quick time? - ✔✔30 inches, except USAF's quick time, which is 24 inches A platoon consists of how many squads? - ✔✔Two or more The command backward march or back step is given at which position? - ✔✔Halt What is the universal sign for choking? - ✔✔Both hands clutching the throat What are the two common types of fractures? - ✔✔Simple (closed), and compound (open) What is the heimlich maneuver used for? - ✔✔To clear a blocked airway What do the letters "CPR" stand for? - ✔✔Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and it's used to restore a heartbeat and breathing to a patient What is mouth-to-mouth resuscitation used for? - ✔✔To restore breathing What are four life saving steps? - ✔✔Check and clear airway and restore breathing Check for and stop bleeding Check and treat for shock Dress and bandage the wound What are the 8 life-saving steps in order? - ✔✔Response (really) Breathing (big) Bleeding (balloons) Shock (should) Fracture (fly) Burns (by) Head Injury (huge) Help (houses) What are the 5 basic colors on a military map and what do they represent? - ✔✔Blue- water green- vegetation brown- contour, elevation, and relief black- manmade objects red- other man made objects, densely populated areas, and major road networks What instrument would you use to determine a magnetic azimuth? - ✔✔Compass What are the 5 major terrain features found on a military map? - ✔✔Hilltop, ridgeline, saddle, valley, and depression What is the major rule when reading a map? - ✔✔Right then up What are the 5 events that take place during a Raider Competition? - ✔✔MAPFT First aide Land navigation/truck pull/tire flip Rope bridge 5k road march/run What are some ways to show respect to the United States flag? - ✔✔Saluting Raising and lowering the flag correctly Displaying the flag correctly Reciting the pledge of allegiance Presenting the flag as a part of the color guard Properly disposing of the flag Properly folding the flag Why do we pay respect to the flag? - ✔✔It's the most notable symbol of our nation What are the colors of the United States flag and their significance? - ✔✔Red; hardiness and valor White: hope, purity, and innocence Blue: loyalty, vigilance, perseverance, and justice What are the parts of the U.S. flag and their descriptions? - ✔✔Union- Blue rectangle; stands for unity 50 stars- represents the 50 states 13 stripes: 7 red, 6 white; stands for the original 13 colonies What is the date of the first stars and stripes? - ✔✔14 June 1777 What are the freedoms given in the 1st amendment? - ✔✔Freedom of speech, press, petition, assembly, and religion What are the basic categories of the Bill of Rights? - ✔✔Individual freedoms, government abuse of power, rights of individuals accused of crimes What are the branches of the U.S. Government, who presides over each branch, and what are the functions of each branch? - ✔✔Executive: The president; to enforce and carry out laws Legislative: Congress; to make laws Judicial: Supreme Court; to interpret the laws According to the constitution, what are the responsibilities of each branch of government? - ✔✔President: can sign or veto a bill; is the commander-in-chief of the armed forces Congress: levies taxes and appropriate money; may impeach a government official Supreme Court: reviews and evaluates laws; determines whether or not an official action is constitutional What is the birth date of the United States? - ✔✔4 July 1776 Explain the main role of the battalion staff, and is it a part of the chain command? - ✔✔The main role of the battalion staff is to advise the battalion commander and carry out his directives, and it is not part of the chain of command Explain the role of the battalion executive officer in the battalion staff. - ✔✔The XO coordinates and monitors the staff and supervises the execution of orders. Name and define the three leadership style. - ✔✔Directing- instructing subordinates Participating- involving subordinates in the decision making process Delegating- giving decision making authority to subordinates What are the three things a leader provides to accomplish a mission and their definitions? - ✔✔Purpose: why something should be done Direction: gives the knowledge or skills to perform a task Motivation: give others the will to do the task What are the four winning colors, their animals, skill set, and behavioral strength? - ✔✔Green: fox; planner - creative thinking Red: tiger; adventurer - action Brown: bull and bear; builder - leadership Blue: dolphin; relater - team building Describe the steps each squad would take when the command open ranks march is called. - ✔✔1st squad- 2 full steps forward 2nd squad- 1 full step forward 3rd squad- stands fast 4th squad- 2 half steps backwards Describe the steps each squad would take when the command close ranks march is called. - ✔✔1st squad- 4 half steps backwards 2nd squad- 2 half steps backwards 3rd squad- stands fast 4th squad- 1 full step forward What does JCLC stand for - ✔✔JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge What are the three levels of distinction for JROTC units? - ✔✔Merit unit, honor unit, honor unit with distinction What are the three Norths found on a military map? - ✔✔True north, grid north, and magnetic north What is the CHCORI Battalion chain of command? - ✔✔Battalion Commander: C/LTC Tazman Briganti Executive Officer: C/MAJ Alexandra Parent Command Sergeant Major: C/CSM Mariah Larkin S1: C/CAPT Adam Stillabower S2: C/CAPT Sarah McKishen S3: C/CAPT Caleb Thorburn S4: C/CAPT Gregory Sublett S5: C/CAPT Ryuku Ventura Leonardo S6: C/CAPT Autumn Jolly What is the National Anthem called, who wrote it, and when was it written? - ✔✔The StarSpangled Banner, written by Francis Scott Key, during the war of 1812 What year was the CHCORI Battalion Started? - ✔✔2005