Divarty Study guide
What are the commander's six activities as they pertain to training?
1. Understand 2. Visualize 3. Describe 4. Direct 5. Lead 6. Assess This ensures that the commander is driving the training
When was the American Continental Army established?
14 June 1775
How many campaign streamers did the Army earn during the Revolutionary War?
16
How much does the M249 weigh?
16.41 pounds
How many degrees are in a compass?
360
What is the maximum range or the M249 SAW?
3600 Meters
You are charged with conducting PRT tomorrow. What commands must you give your PLT to move them from a rectangular formation to an extended rectangular formation?
Extend to the left march, arms downward move, left face, extend to the left march, arms downward move, right face, count off, even numbers to the left uncover
What do you do when not in formation while in uniform when you hear Retreat?
Face the direction of the flag, stand at position of attention until you hear the first note of To the Color then present arms.
Who commanded the Continental Army 1781 when the British were defeated at the Battle of Yorktown?
General George Washington
When should Soldiers begin the SFL-TAP process?
Soldiers begin the transition process 18 months prior to transition or 24 months prior retirement, spreading requirements out over the course of several months using a distributive model (short-notice separations only are authorized a five-day consecutive class)
What should be done when Soldiers are eligible for promotion to PV2 through SSG without a waiver (fully qualified) but not recommended?
Soldiers must be counseled in writing.
What is Map Orientation?
The first step to land navigation; when the north south on the map aligns with the north south on the ground
What does a Leader taking care of people involve?
creating and sustaining a positive climate through open communications, trust, cohesion, and teamwork
Leadership
it as the activity of influencing others to accomplish the mission by providing purpose, direction, and motivation
Where do you walk when walking with someone that is senior to you?
left side
What are the three map sizes?
small, medium, large
What is the purpose of drill?
to enable a commander or noncommissioned officer to move his unit from one place to another in an orderly manner.
What are the three types of north?
true, grid, magnetic
Holistic health and fitness (H2F) doctrine is divided into what four parts?
1. System 2. Design 3. Build 4. Deliver
THIS IS MY SQUAD
"This is My Squad" is a leadership philosophy and communication platform
When are salutes not required?
(1) Indoors, except when reporting to an officer or when on duty as a guard. (2) A prisoner.
What forms are used for the NCOER?
-DA 2166-9-1A, NCO Evaluation Report Support Form -DA Form 2166-9-1, NCO EVALUATION REPORT (SGT) -DA Form 2166-9-2, NCO EVALUATION REPORT (SSG-1SG/MSG) -DA Form 2166-9-3 NCO Evaluation Report (CSM/SG
When are Army personnel in uniform required to salute?
1) When the United States National Anthem, "To the Color," "Hail to the Chief," or foreign national anthems are played. (2) To uncased National Color outdoors. (3) On ceremonial occasions as prescribed in Chapter 9. (4) At reveille and retreat ceremonies, during the raising or lowering of the flag. (5) During the sounding of honors. (6) When pledging allegiance to the US flag outdoors. (7) When turning over control of formations. (8) When rendering reports. (9) To officers of friendly foreign countries (10) Medal of Honor recipients (11) Pay officers NOTE: THIS IS NOT THE ALL INCLUSIVE LIST!
The Army has developed a tool for Soldiers and leaders to use to provide some guidelines on how to approach a distressed Soldier. Name the three parts of the tool and what they mean?
1. ASK - Ask your buddy how he is doing and whether or not he feels suicidal. The best way to ask someone if he is suicidal is to do just that. Ask the question: Are you suicidal? It is that simple. 2. CARE - Care for your buddy. Upon recognition that your buddy is feeling suicidal, calmly remove any weapons or other items that may increase risk. It is extremely important to remain calm, as your anxiety will have an impact on your ability to calm the Soldier. Remaining calm will also increase your effectiveness at intervening. Once any weapon or other potentially dangerous items are removed, be there for the Soldier. Never leave him alone. Remember, we never leave a fallen comrade and these situations are no different. 3. ESCORT - Escort the Soldier to get help and assistance, staying at his side. Failure to stay involved can have a devastating impact on the Soldier and his ability to drive on. Failure to act increases the risk of the Soldier ↔ impulsively acting on his suicidal intent.
What are the Army's four principles of training?
1. Train as you fight 2. Train to standard 3. Train to sustain 4. Train to maintain
What are the Colors of a Military Map and What do they Represent?
1. Black. Indicates cultural (man-made) features such as buildings and roads, surveyed spot elevations, and all labels. 2. Red-Brown. The colors red and brown are combined to identify cultural features, all relief features, nonsurveyed spot elevations, and elevation, such as contour lines on red-light readable maps 3. Blue. Identifies hydrography or water features such as lakes, swamps, rivers, and drainage 4. Green. Identifies vegetation with military significance, such as woods, orchards, and vineyards 5. Brown. Identifies all relief features and elevation, such as contours on older edition maps, and cultivated land on red-light readable maps 6. Red. Classifies cultural features, such as populated areas, main roads, and boundaries, on older maps
What are the three phases of care of Tactical Combat Casualty Care?
1. Care under fire 2. Tactical field care 3. Tactical evacuation
There are four points where a pulse can be readily felt. What are the four locations?
1. Carotid 2. Femoral 3. Radial 4. Posterior Tibial
What are the two techniques for using the Lensatic Compass?
1. Center hold technique 2. Compass-to-cheek technique
What are the three levels of leadership?
1. Direct 2. Organizational 3. Strategic
When assistance to surviving spouses and children of deceased Soldiers occurs, assistance is not given to express sympathy to the family, but rather to assist them in a time of need. What three types of assistance is provided?
1. Emergency assistance. Need for emergency assistance usually occurs at the time of, or shortly after, death of the Soldier. Often, this will be a onetime or temporary need that cannot be deferred until Government benefits or other entitlements are received. A need also may occur later if the spouse is unable to meet basic needs. 2. Monthly allowance. In extreme exceptional circumstances when surviving spouses and children have a continuing situation of inadequate income to meet basic needs, a monthly allowance may be provided to supplement their income. This type of assistance is reviewed and updated annually. 3. Special need assistance. When circumstances justify, assistance may be given for dental care, dentures, eyeglasses, hearing aids, wheelchairs, or similar needs
What are the three major categories of developmental counseling?
1. Event counseling 2. Performance counseling 3. Professional growth counseling
What are the eight phases of Cycle of Function?
1. Feeding 2. Chambering 3. Locking 4. Firing 5. Unlocking 6. Extracting 7. Ejecting 8. Cocking
What are the Five Major Terrain Features?
1. Hill 2. Saddle 3. Valley 4. Ridge 5. Depression *HINT* Remember Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing
What are the four stages of the counseling process?
1. Identify the need for counseling. 2. Prepare for counseling. 3. Conduct the counseling session. 4. Follow-Up.
What are three ways to approach a counseling?
1. Nondirective 2. Combined 3. Directive
What are the four basic components of a counseling session?
1. Open the session. 2. Discuss the issues. 3. Develop a plan of action. 4. Record and close the session
What are the only authorized rest positions?
1. Parade Rest 2. Stand at Ease 3. At Ease 4. Rest
The overarching goal of the H2F System is Soldier readiness. This goal is met when training in the five domains of H2F is optimized. These domains are physical readiness, nutritional readiness, mental readiness, spiritual readiness, and sleep readiness. Provide the meaning of at least two domains?
1. Physical Readiness - Physical readiness is the ability to meet the physical demands of any duty or combat position, move lethally on the battlefield, accomplish the mission and continue to fight, win, and come home healthy. 2. Nutritional Readiness - Nutritional readiness is the ability to recognize, select, and consume the requisite food and drink to meet the physical and nonphysical demands of any duty or combat position, accomplish the mission and come home healthy. 3. Mental Readiness - Mental readiness is the ability to meet the mental demands of any combat or duty position, adapt successfully in the presence of extreme risk and adversity, accomplish the mission, and continue to fight and win. 4. Spiritual Readiness - Spiritual readiness includes the development of the personal qualities needed to sustain a person in times of stress, hardship, and tragedy. These qualities come from religious, philosophical, or human values and form the basis for character, disposition, decision making, and integrity. 5. Sleep Readiness - Sleep is the critical requirement for brain health and function. Sleep readiness is the ability to recognize and implement the requisite sleep principles and behaviors to support optimal brain function. In turn, sleep readiness underpins a Soldier's ability to meet the physical and nonphysical demands of any duty or combat position, accomplish the mission, and continue to fight and win.
When preparing for a counseling, what must the counselor do?
1. Select a suitable place. 2. Schedule the time. 3. Notify the subordinate well in advance. 4. Outline the components of the counseling session. 5. Organize information and draft a plan of action. 6. Plan the counseling strategy. 7. Establish the right atmosphere.
What personnel are eligible to receive financial assistance from AER?
1. Soldiers on extended active duty (AD) and their eligible Family members. 2. RC Soldiers (Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve) on continuous AD orders under 10 USC, for more than 30 consecutive days and their eligible Family members. (This applies to Soldiers on AD for training and serving under various sections of 10 USC.) 8 AR 930-4 • 5 May 2019 3. Soldiers retired from AD for longevity, retired by reason of physical disability, or retired at age 60 under 10 USC 12731 et seq and their eligible Family members. 4. Surviving spouses and children of eligible Soldiers identified in paragraphs a through c, above, who died while on AD or after they retired.
What are the four fundamentals of marksmanship?
1. Steady Position 2. Proper Aim (Sight Picture) 3. Breathing 4. Trigger Squeeze
What is the maximum range of the .50 CAL?
6,764 meters
How many mils are in a compass?
6400 mils
When conducting strenuous physical training that lasts longer than 60 minutes. What fluid should a Soldier consume and how much to ensure that they stay nutritionally ready?
8 ounces of a sports drink every 15 minutes
What is the weight of the M2 .50 CAL machine gun?
84 lbs
What is the maximum fire rate for the M249?
850 rounds per minute.
What is the goal of Pregnancy and Postpartum Physical Training (P3T)?
A P3T program aims to help pregnant and postpartum Soldiers maintain fitness throughout their pregnancies and to help them meet the physical requirements of their units' METLs, as well as the standards of the ABCP and ACFT.
What is the definition of a map?
A graphic representation of a portion of the earth's surface drawn to scale, as seen from above
What is considered satisfactory progress in the ABCP?
A loss of 3-8 pounds or 1% body fat monthly
What army publication covers Army leadership?
ADP 6-22
ADP 7-0 describes what? It can be found in the introduction of the publication.
ADP 7-0 describes the fundamentals of how the Army trains to conduct operations as a unified action partner employing the Army's operational concept—unified land operations. Developing and sustaining readiness is the Army's number one priority. Training represents the most important activity units do every day to achieve readiness. The Army does this by conducting tough, realistic, standards-based, and performance-oriented training.
How does AER provide financial assistance?
AER provides financial assistance by either a loan without interest, a grant or a combination of both
What Army publication covers Army Body Composition Program
AR 600-9
What Army publication covers NCOERs?
AR 623-3
What Army publication covers Army Emergency Relief?
AR 930-4
What Army publication covers the counseling process?
ATP 6-22.1
Army Regulation 600-81
Active duty Soldiers and their eligible Family members may participate in TAP services up to 365 days following their release from active duty. If retiring, TAP services can be initiated by the Soldier and eligible Family members up to 24 months prior to retirement date and eligibility remains for life.
After a Soldier has failed the body fat standard and is flagged IAW AR 600-8-2, what is considered to be failing the ABCP program?
After 6 months in the ABCP, the Soldier still exceeds body fat standards and exhibits less than satisfactory progress for three or more (non-consecutive) monthly ABCP assessments.
When a casualty has an open chest wound, what intervention must be performed?
Apply an occlusive dressing
When a Soldier is flagged for Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) failure, how often are they required to be assessed?
Approximately every 30 days
What type of bracelets are authorized to wear while in uniform or in civilian clothes while on duty?
Bracelets are limited to medical alert bracelets, missing in action, prisoner of war, killed in action (black or silver color only), and religious bracelets similar in size and appearance to identification bracelets. Soldiers are authorized to wear only one item on each wrist while in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty.
What is the commander's role in training?
Central to training, commanders perform specific and recurring activities that facilitate training to achieve and sustain proficiencies. As commanders plan, prepare, execute, and assess training, they ensure that all training is done to Army standards. As the unit's primary trainers, commanders determine what needs to be trained and ensure subordinates understand the standards to meet. This shared understanding between the commander and subordinates is fundamental to Army training. The commander then encourages initiative and innovation in subordinates as they determine the most effective ways to achieve standards, training objectives, and meet the commander's intent for training
What is the primary responsibility of the Army?
Conduct prompt and sustained land combat as part of the joint force
What are the three major parts of the Lensatic Compass?
Cover, base, lens
What are customs and courtesies?
Customs. The Army has its own customs, both official and social. Some customs have been handed down from the past while others are of comparatively recent origin. Nevertheless, customs endure based on their own merits. As a long established social organization, the Army observes a number of customs that add to the interests, pleasures, and graciousness of the Army life. (1) A custom is an established practice. Customs include positive actions — things you do and taboos — things you avoid. All established arts, trades, and professions, all races of people, all Nations, and even different sections of the same Nation have their own practices and customs by which they govern a part of their lives. (2) Many Army customs complement procedures required by military courtesy, while others add to the graciousness of Army life. The breach of some Army customs merely brands the offender as ignorant, careless, or ill-bred. Violations of other Army customs, however, will bring official censure or disciplinary action. The customs of the Army are its common law. Courtesies. Courtesy among members of the Armed Forces is vital to maintaining discipline. Military courtesy means good manners and politeness in dealing with other people. Courteous behavior provides a basis for developing good human relations. The distinction between civilian and military courtesy is that military courtesy was developed in a military atmosphere and has become an integral part of serving in uniform.
What Army publication would you reference to find out the order of precedence of your awards and decorations and how they would be worn on your uniform?
DA Pamphlet 670-1
When circumference measurements are taken, how close should each sequential measurement be within? If it's not within the measurement requirement, what should be done?
Each sequential measurement should be within 1 inch of the next or previous measurement. If the measurements are within 1 inch of each other, derive a mathematical average to the nearest half of an inch. If any one of the three measurements differs by more than 1 inch, take an additional measurement. Then, average the three closest measures.
What are some examples of an Event Orientated counseling?
Examples of event-oriented counseling include, but are not limited to: Specific instances of superior or substandard performance. Reception and integration counseling. Crisis counseling. Referral counseling. Promotion counseling. Transition counseling. Adverse separation counseling.
Failure to repay an AER loan (unless repayment causes an undo hardship) will cause the Soldier's name to be placed on an AER restricted list that is disseminated Army wide. What does this mean for the Soldier?
Individual who appear on this list will not be approved for AER assistance without the specific prior approval of HQ AER.
What is landpower?
Landpower is the ability—by threat, force, or occupation—to gain, sustain, and exploit control over land, resources, and people.
What are the three core leader competencies?
Leads, Develops, Achieves
What is the first thing you should do when you handle a weapon?
Make sure you clear it
What is Mission Command?
Mission command is an approach that empowers subordinates and is necessary for success in complex and ambiguous environments.
What are the effects of over-hydrating can cause to a Soldier and what signs would the Soldier exhibit?
Overhydrating can cause excessive dilution of sodium in the blood, a potentially life-threatening condition called hyponatremia. In situations where Soldiers are drinking to a schedule or regimen over prolonged periods of less intense physical activity, it is important to consider risk factors, signs, and ways to mitigate this condition.
What is the purpose of Retreat and Reveille?
Retreat is a ceremony in which the unit honors the U.S. flag when it is lowered in the evening. This ceremony is conducted at the direction of the unit commanders. The installation commander sets the time for sounding retreat. Reveille is a ceremony in which a unit honors the U.S. flag as it is raised in the morning.
Who is responsible for securing maps for the unit?
S2
Is SFL-TAP mandatory?
SFL-TAP is MANDATORY for all active component Service members, as well as National Guard and Reserve personnel serving 180 continuous days or more on active duty.
What does the acronym SPORTS stand for?
Slap, Pull, Observe, Release, Tap and Shoot
What Army publication replaced FM 3-22.9 in 2018?
TC 3-22.9
What Army publication covers Land Navigation and map reading?
TC 3-25.26
Where on the body are tattoos prohibited?
Tattoos or brands, regardless of subject matter, are prohibited on the head, face (except for permanent makeup, as provided in para 3-2b(2)), neck (anything above the t-shirt neckline to include on or inside the eyelids, mouth, and ears), below the wrist bone, and hands, except Soldiers may have one ring tattoo on each hand, below the joint of the bottom segment (portion closest to the palm) of the finger. The wrist bone is defined as the joint that bridges the hand to the forearm. Previously documented tattoos on the neck or hands, for which Soldiers have a tattoo validation memorandum, continue to be grandfathered.
What is the Army's first priority as described in ADP 7-0?
The Army trains to fight and win. To do this, the Army trains by developing proficiencies in mission essential tasks, weapon systems, and the effective integration and employment of both. These components of training readiness provide the backbone to the development of unit readiness—the Army's first priority.
Describe the M240 Medium machine gun
The M240 is a gas-operated, belt-fed, air-cooled, fully automatic weapon that fires from the open-bolt position.
Describe the M249 Light machine gun
The M249 is a gas-operated, belt or magazine-fed, air-cooled, fully automatic weapon that fires from the open-bolt position.
What is the Soldier for Life - Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP)?
The SFL-TAP is a component of the Transition Soldier Life Cycle model, designed to deliver a world-class transition assistance program that will "prepare" Soldiers, Department of Army (DA) Civilians, retirees, and Soldiers' Family members for a new career, and "connect" Soldiers, with employers primed to hire veterans. The SFL-TAP ensures all eligible Soldiers in transition have the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and self-confidence necessary to be competitive and successful in the global workforce and to achieve their post military service goals. The SFL-TAP helps transitioning Soldiers, DA Civilians, retirees, and Soldiers' Family members make informed career decisions through benefits counseling, career preparation, and employment assistance to bring about a successful transition.
When a Soldier fails to meet the maximum allowed weight for their height, what must be done and what forms are utilized to annotate the finding?
The Soldier's body circumference must be measured to ensure that he or she does not exceed the maximum body fat for their gender and age. The forms used to are the DA Form 5500 (Males) and the DA form 5501 (Females)
What is the highest peacetime award for valor?
The Soldiers Medal
Who exits a military vehicle first?
The senior person, then in ascending order
When an accountability report is required during a formation and the Platoon Sergeant command REPORT, what does each squad leader do?
The squad leaders, in succession from front to rear, turn their heads and eyes toward the platoon sergeant and salute (holding the Salute until returned) and report. The squad leaders do not state the unit.
What is the dollar limit on AER loans?
There is no dollar limit. AER Assistance will meet your emergency need.
What will a rating chain for an NCO consist of?
These normally will consist of the rated officer, the rater, the senior rater, and in some instances, a supplementary reviewer. The senior rater will accomplish the final rating chain review. The rating officials must meet specific qualifications. (see paras 2-5 through 2-8 and table 2-1 of AR 623-3).
Describe the M4 series carbine?
This weapon is described as a lightweight, 5.56-mm, magazine-fed, gas operated, air-cooled, shoulder-fired carbine.
What is the primary value of drill?
To prepare troops for battle
What is the only medical intervention performed during the care under fire phase?
Tourniquet placement
What are Unified Land Operations?
Unified land operations is the simultaneous execution of offense, defense, stability, and defense support of civil authorities across multiple domains to shape operational environments, prevent conflict, prevail in largescale ground combat, and consolidate gains as part of unified action
When do you salute indoors?
When reporting to your commander When reporting to a pay officer When reporting to the president of the board At an indoor ceremony At sentry duty indoors
Are female Soldiers authorized to wear ponytails in the Army Combat Uniform and if so, how would it be worn?
Yes
What do you do on the first note of Reveille when in uniform?
You should stand at attention on the first note of "Reveille" and salute.
Remedial Action
a skill, technique that must be applied to a specific problem or issue with the weapon that will not be corrected by taking immediate action.