Administration and Communication

What marking range would Marines fall into if they are evaluated as "average" in conduct?

4.0 to 4.4.

What is "excellent" in proficiency?

4.5 to 4.8.

What are basic forms of social media?

Blog, social networks, and content communities.

When are proficiency and conduct marks recorded?

Discharge, change of primary duty, and transfer.

How is the U.S. government organized?

Executive Branch, Legislative Branch, and Judicial Branch.

When changes are made to the Constitution, where can they be found?

In the amendments.

What are the types of promotions?

Meritorious and regular.

What are operations security measures you should follow when using social media?

Never post critical information to social media sites, while deployed, don't report your specific location on social media, and don't share information that is not approved for public release.

What are security measures you should follow when using social media sites?

Never violate operations security by posting critical information on social media sites, don't post personal identifiable information on social media, and always install and maintain current anti-virus software on personal computers.

What are the characteristics of social media?

Openness, connectedness, and participation.

What is the Constitution of the United States of America?

The Constitution is the rule book that governs the nation and the supreme law of land.

What are the basic components of the Constitution?

The Constitution's basic components include the Preamble, seven articles, and amendments.

What form of government does the Constitution guarantee?

Republican government or representative democracy.

Corporals and below will receive proficiency and conduct marks __________ at a minimum.

Semi-annually.

What elements are used to determine a Marine's composite score?

Time-in-grade, average conduct mark, and rifle score.

What is the purpose of the oath of enlistment?

To acknowledge a duty bound allegiance to the Constitution.

What are the objectives of the promotion system?

To ensure Marines receive an equitable opportunity to compete for promotion, to ensure that only the best and fully qualified Marines are promoted, and to maintain the needed strength in each grade and MOS.

What are the goals described in the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States of America?

To insure domestic tranquillity, to provide for the common defense, and to establish justice.

What are proficiency and conduct marks used for?

To record a Marine's performance, to determine eligibility for reenlistment and certain special duty assignments, and to determine composite scores for promotions.

When taking the oath of enlistment, Marines swear that they will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over them.

True!

What are guidelines for making unofficial posts on social media websites?

You are responsible for the content you post on social media and other websites; you must follow federal law, as well as Department for Defense, Department of Navy, and Marine Corps regulations and policies; and don't say or post anything that could be considered offensive or illegal.

What are guidelines for political activities by members of the Armed Forces?

You cannot solicit votes for or against a party, candidate, or cause, you cannot participate in any interview or discussion as an advocate for or against a party, candidate, or cause, and don't express or imply Marine Corps endorsement of any opinion, product, or cause.

What are guidelines to making an unofficial post?

You must make it clear that you are speaking for yourself when making a personal post, only discuss Marine Corps issues related to your expertise, experience, and knowledge, and never post and classified or sensitive information.

What are some social media guidelines?

Your social network friends and followers may affect your ability to hold a security clearance, professionally and respectfully correct misinformation made by others about the Marine Corps, don't use any words, logos, or other marks that would infringe upon the intellectual property of others.