Common Inspection Questions
What is the name of the Marine Corps mascot?
"Chesty". Old English Bulldog
What is the birthdate of the Marine Corps?
10 November 1775
How many General orders are there?
11
How many leadership principles are there?
11
How many leadership traits are there?
14
Who was known as the Father of Marine Aviation?
1stLt Alfred A. Cunningham
How long did General Archibald Henderson serve as Commandant of the Marine Corps?
39 years
What is the primary purpose of leadership?
Accomplish the mission
What do the words "Semper Fidelis" mean in English?
Always Faithful
Who was know as the "Grand Old Man of the Marine Corps"?
Archibald Henderson
What does the Red NCO stripe of the Dress Blue Trousers represent?
Awarded to signify the bloodshed at the battle of Chapaultapec
Who was the Commandant who adopted the Marine Corps Emblem?
BGen Jacob Zeilen
Justice
Being fair and even in your decision making process
Integrity
Being honest and truthful in your actions and words
Dependability
Being known to perform your duties in a proper manner
What are the four colors on a Military Topographical Map?
Black, Reddish-Brown, Green, Blue
1 star
Brigadier General
What does a Marine call a wall?
Bulkhead
3 discs
Cadet Captain
3 diamonds
Cadet Colonel
2 stripes, Lamp of Learning
Cadet Corporal
2 discs
Cadet First Lieutenant
3 stripes, Lamp of Learning, 3 rockers
Cadet First Sergeant
3 stripes, Lamp of Learning, 2 rockers
Cadet Gunnery Sergeant
1 stripe, Lamp of Learning
Cadet Lance Corporal
2 diamonds
Cadet Lieutenant Colonel
1 diamond
Cadet Major
Who is the Cadet Executive Officer of Curie High School?
Cadet Marquez
Lamp of Learning
Cadet Private First Class
Who is the Cadet Company Gunnery Sergeant of Curie High School?
Cadet Rodriguez
Who is the Cadet Company Commanding Officer of Curie High School?
Cadet Santos
1 disc
Cadet Second Lieutenant
3 stripes, Lamp of Learning
Cadet Sergeant
3 stripes, Lamp of Learning, 4 rockers
Cadet Sergeant Major
3 stripes, Lamp of Learning, 1 rocker
Cadet Staff Sergeant
Who is the Cadet Company First Sergeant of Curie High School?
Cadet Torres
2 Silver connected bars
Captain
Who was the first Commandant of the Marine Corps?
Captain Samuel Nicholas
Which famous Marine is the bulldog named after?
Chesty Puller
Who was the Marine who was awarded the Navy Cross five times for bravery?
Chesty Puller
Gold bar, 3 red inserts
Chief Warrant Officer 2
Silver bar, 2 red inserts
Chief Warrant Officer 3
Silver bar, 3 red inserts
Chief Warrant Officer 4
Silver bar, 1 red vertical insert
Chief Warrant Officer 5
What does the "CNO" stand for?
Chief of Naval Operations
Silver eagle
Colonel
What does "CMC" stand for?
Commandant of the Marine Corps
2 stripes, cross rifles
Corporal
Bearing
Creating a favorable impression by your presence
What Marines were awarded 2 Medals of Honor?
Dan Daly Smedley Butler
What does a Marine call a floor?
Deck
What is the Mission of Marine Corps JROTC?
Develop informed and responsible citizens Develop leadership skills Strengthen character
Who is the Principal of Curie High School?
Dr. Allison Tingwall
What are the four types of uniforms?
Dress, Service, Utility and Physical Training
When is the storm flag flown?
During bad weather
What are the three parts of the Marine's emblem?
Eagle, Globe and Anchor
What was the first objective of the USMC in 1776?
English Forts, New Providence, Bahamas
Loyalty
Faithfulness to country, organizations, seniors, subordinates and peers
Silver bar
First Lieutenant
3 stripes, diamond, 3 rockers
First Sergeant
4 stars
General
Who served the longest term as Commandant of the Marine Corps?
General Archibald Henderson
Who was the first Marine Commandant to achieve the rank of General?
General Archibald Henderson
Who is the current Commandant of the Marine Corps?
General Berger
Who was the 13th Commandant of the Marine Corps?
General John A. Lejeune
Who was the Marine General who developed the Marine Corps birthday celebration?
General John A. Lejeune
Who was the only Marine General to command an Army Division in combat?
General John A. Lejeune
Who is the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff?
General Milley
Who is the Commanding General of TECOM?
General Mullen
To take charge of this post and all government property in view.
General Order #1
To salute all Officers, colors and standards not cased.
General Order #10
To be especially watchful at night and during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post and to allow no one to pass without proper authority.
General Order #11
To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.
General Order #2
To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.
General Order #3
To repeat all cards from post distance from the guardhouse than my own.
General Order #4
To quit my post only when properly relieved.
General Order #5
To receive, obey and pass on to the sentry who relieves me all orders from the Commanding Officer, Officer of the Day and Officers and Noncommissioned Officers of the Guard only.
General Order #6
To talk to no one except in the line of duty.
General Order #7
To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
General Order #8
To call the Corporal of the Guard in any case not covered by instructions.
General Order #9
Who is the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps?
General Thomas
What is the definition of purpose?
Gives others a reason for why they should do something
What is the definition of direction?
Gives others the "knowledge" to complete the task
What is the definition of motivation?
Gives others the will to do what they are capable of doing
What was the first USMC offensive action in the Pacific in WWII?
Guadalcanal
3 stripes, cross rifles, 2 rockers
Gunnery Sergeant
Who is the Marine Instructor of Curie High School?
Gunnery Sergeant Small
What does a Marine call a door?
Hatch
What does "HQMC" stand for?
Headquarters, United States Marine Corps
What are the Marine Corps core values?
Honor, Courage & Commitment
What are the Marine Corps "Core Values"?
Honor, Courage and Commitment
What does the term Teufel Hunden mean?
Hounds from hell
What is the acronym for the 14 leadership traits
JJ DID TIE BUCKLE
What is the acronym for the 14 leadership traits?
JJ DID TIE BUCKLE
Who wrote the Marines march?
John Phillip Sousa
What are the 3 Enlisted Rank Groups?
Junior Enlisted (Pvt, PFC, LCpl) Noncommissioned Officers (Cpl, Sgt) Staff NCO (SSgt, GySgt, MSgt/1stSgt, MyGySgt/SgtMaj)
1 stripe, cross rifles
Lance Corporal
What are the three branches of the U.S. Government?
Legislative, Judicial, Executive
What Marine was awarded 5 Navy Crosses?
Lewis B "Chesty" Puller
Silver oak leaf
Lieutenant Colonel
3 stars
Lieutenant General
Who is the Commanding General of MCCDC?
Lieutenant General Smith
Who is the Regional Director of Region 1?
Lt Colonel Johnson
Who is the Senior Marine Instructor of Curie High School?
MSgt Ledbetter
Gold oak leaf
Major
2 stars
Major General
What is the oldest post in the Marine Corps?
Marine Barracks 8th & I, Washington, DC
What does MCJROTC stand for?
Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps
3 stripes, bursting bomb, 4 rockers
Master Gunnery Sergeant
3 stripes, cross rifles, 3 rockers
Master Sergeant
What is the highest Medal awarded for bravery?
Medal of Honor
What is the Primary & Secondary objective of leadership?
Mission Accomplishment Troop Welfare
Who is the Director of the Marine Corps Junior ROTC?
Mr. Robert Oltman
Why are Marines called devildogs?
Name given to Marines by the German soldiers during the Battle of Belleau Woods in WW1
What does the anchor on the Marine's emblem represent?
Naval Traditions
Why are Marines called leathernecks?
Nickname given to Marines because of the leather neckpiece worn on the uniform and to keep the head erect
What is the term Leatherneck?
Nickname given to Marines because of the leather neckpiece worn on the uniform to protect them against the sword blade and to keep the head erect
What was the last USMC offensive action in the Pacific in WWII?
Okinawa, Japan
Who was the first female Marine?
Opha Mae Johnson
What is the Marine and Navy expression for left?
Port
What are the three types of flags used in the military?
Post, Storm and Garrison
No insignia (MCJROTC)
Private
No insignia (Marine)
Private
1 stripe
Private First Class
Unselfishness
Putting the comfort and needs of others ahead of yourself
What is the cross shaped braid on the Officer's barrack cover called?
Quatrefoil
What does a Marine call a bed?
Rack
When is the Post flag flown?
Regular work day
What are the official colors of the Marine Corps?
Scarlet & Gold
What are the Marine Corps Colors?
Scarlet and Gold
Gold bar
Second Lieutenant
What is the name of the Marine Corps march?
Semper Fidelis
What is the motto of the Marine Corps?
Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)
3 stripes, cross rifles
Sergeant
3 stripes, star, 4 rockers
Sergeant Major
Who is the Sergeant Major of TECOM?
Sergeant Major Easton
Who is the Sergeant Major of MCCDC?
Sergeant Major Eggerling
3 stripes, EGA and 2 stars, 4 rockers
Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps
Who is the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps?
SgtMaj Green
Enthusiasm
Showing interest in your performance of duty
3 stripes, cross rifles, 1 rocker
Staff Sergeant
What is the name of the National Anthem?
Star Spangled Banner
What is the Marine and Navy expression for right?
Starboard
What are the four life saving steps?
Start the breathing Stop the bleeding Protect the wound Treat for shock
When is the Garrison flag flown?
Sundays & National Holidays
What is the Marine Corps drum and Bugle Corps called?
The Commandant's Own
Who is the Commander in Chief of the United States?
The Honorable Donald Trump
Who is the President of the United States?
The Honorable Donald Trump
Who is the Vice President of the United States?
The Honorable Mr. Pence
Who is the Secretary of State?
The Honorable Mr. Pompeo
Who is the Secretary of Defense?
The Honorable Mr. Shanahan
Who is the Secretary of the Navy?
The Honorable Mr. Spencer
What is the name of the sword carried by Marine Officers?
The Mameluke Sword
What does the eagle on the Marine's emblem represent?
The Nation
What is the Marine Corps band known as?
The President's Own
Judgement
The ability to consider all of the facts of a problem and make a correct decision
Endurance
The ability to deal with hardships, both physical and mental
Tact
The ability to deal with others without causing a problem
What is the definition of leadership?
The ability to influence, lead and guide others to accomplish a mission using purpose, motivation and direction
Initiative
The ability to take action without being told to do so
Decisiveness
The ability to take swift and firm action
Who wrote the words to the Marine Corps hymn?
The author is unknown
Courage
The mental quality that allows you to face fear and overcome it, both physical and moral
What does the seven belt loops on the male trousers represent?
The seven seas
Knowledge
The technical and tactical knowledge that will help accomplish tasks
What does the expression Gung ho mean?
To work together
What is the Marine and Navy expression for up?
Topside
What is the secondary purpose of leadership?
Troop welfare
What are the three types of North in map reading?
True, Grid, Magnetic
What is the birthplace of the Marine Corps?
Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, PA
What is the largest post in the Marine Corps?
Twenty-Nine Palms, CA
What are the 4 Officer Rank Groups?
Warrant (WO1, CWO2, CWO3, CWO4, CWO5) General Grade (BGen, MGen, LtGen, Gen) Field Grade (Maj, LtCol, Col) Company Grade (2ndLt, 1stLt, Capt)
Gold bar, 2 red inserts
Warrant Officer 1
Who was the first Officer of the Marine Corps to be officially appointed as the Commandant?
William Ward Burrows, 1798
What does the globe on the Marine's emblem represent?
Worldwide service