AERO 101 Study Guide

Air Force officer insignia are the same as those of the _____. A. Navy B. Army C. Coast Guard D. Merchant Marines

B

Earrings must be what shape and not exceed what diameter? A. cubic; 7mm B. spherical or square 6mm C. cubic; 8mm D. spherical; 8mm

B

Eligible active duty service members and selected Reserve may chose to transfer benefits of the _______ to registered dependents. A. Montgomery GI Bill B. Post 9/11 GI Bill C. Dental Insurance D. Housing Allowance

B

GMC is the abbreviation for _____? A. General Minded Cadets B. General Military Course C. Grading of Military Course D. Good Military Cadets

B

How is leadership a science? A. It is open to interpretation and individual application B. It can be studied and learned C. It is not a science

B

If a Captain and Colonel are walking together, the Captain should position themselves _____ of the Colonel. A. to the right side B. to the left side C. on either side D. to the rear

B

Preparation for Field Training occurs during which Leadership Laboratory year? A. AS 100 B. AS 200 C. AS 300 D. AS 400

B

Saluting is both a courtesy and a sign of what? A. rank B. mutual respect C. customs

B

Tardiness, violating the chain of command, public displays of affection, and poor public appearance are all examples of: A. Bad Officership. B. Improper Military Etiquette. C. Violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. D. A bad upbringing

B

A great reference for preparing and delivering military briefings is AFH 33-337 Tongue and Quill. A. True B. False

True

Eyeglasses and sunglasses will not be worn around the neck or on the top/back of the head. A. True B. False

True

Individuals who use certain specialized skills or are assigned to specified locations can receive special pay. A. True B. False

True

Males must be clean shaven when in PTGs? A. True B. False

True

New for 2019 is a vision/eye health benefits plan for dependents. A. True B. False

True

Which of the following is a function of talking papers? A. Quick references on key points, facts, and positions B. Official record of an event, decision, or action C. To generate interest or support for a topic D. Details a combination or related issues

A

Which of the following is an allowance for food? A. Basic Allowance for Subsistence B. Basic Allowance for Housing C. Variable Housing Allowance D. Cost Of Living Allowance

A

Which of the following virtues most closely aligns with Integrity? A. Courage B. Discipline C. Respect

A

Which of the following virtues most closely aligns with Service Before Self? A. Loyalty B. Accountability C. Teamwork

A

How are the virtues related to the Air Force Core Values? A. The virtues are behaviors that demonstrate one truly values the Core Values. Feedback: A. Correct. The assigned reading, Americas Air Force: A Profession of Arms (The Little Blue Book) and lesson plan state that the virtues are the actions and characteristics that demonstrate one truly values the Core Values. They are the evidence that an Airman's moral framework is defined by the Core Values. B. The Core Values are measurable standards that ensure Airmen will live with virtue and honor. C. Adherence to the Core Value is required, while adherence to the virtues is recommended but not required. D. The virtues were developed in response to a need for an ethical decision-making framework for military leaders and led to the establishment of the Core Values.

A

The Core Values are important to Airmen because they: A. are behaviors one must practice in everyday life. B. provide a moral framework for military activities. Feedback: Correct. The Core Values are the bedrock of leadership in the Air Force and provide a moral framework for military activities. C. help Airmen get the recognition and promotion they deserve. D. help increase the technical proficiency necessary to get the mission done.

B

The largest component of a military member's paycheck is ______ pay, which is calculated according to an individual/s grade and years of service. A. special B. basic C. housing

B

What are the three types of delivery formats for verbal briefings? A. impromptu, manuscript, and draft B. manuscript, impromptu, and prepared C. prepared, ready, and draft

B

What is the birthday of the Air Force? A. 18 March 1947 B. 18 September 1947 C. 18 September 1962 D. 18 December 1980

B

Which Air Force Core Value is most correctly defined as a willingness to subjugate ones' own needs and desires for those of the unit and the successful completion of the mission? A. Integrity first B. Service before self C. Excellence in all we do

B

Which member(s) of the military can be addressed as either their rank or their duty title? A. Maintenance/Logistics Officers B. Doctors/Chaplains C. Lawyers D. AFROTC Cadre

B

Which of the following BEST describes the Core Value of Integrity First? A. A passion for continuous improvement. B. A moral compass and foundation for trust. Feedback: Correct. Integrity is the single most important part of character and involves doing the right thing all the time. It is a moral compass that keeps us on the right path and is the foundation upon which trust is built. It helps ensure our thoughts and actions align with what is right. C. Embracing expectations and requirements of the profession of arms. D. Seeking out developmental education to stay in the best physical, mental, and moral shape.

B

Which of the following is a function of memorandums? A. Quick references on key points, facts, and positions B. Official record of an event, decision, or action C. To generate interest or support for a topic D. Details a combination or related issues

B

Which of the following virtues most closely aligns with Excellence in All We Do? A. Loyalty B. Discipline C. Respect

B

Most Air Force bases have recreational activities. Which of the following are examples? A. Trampoline parks B. Golf courses C. Outdoor equipment rentals D. Pools

B, C, D

A male Airman's hair will not exceed how many inches in bulk? A. 2" B. 1 ½" C. 1 ¼" D. 3"

C

A point paper's primary function is: A. speaking notes B. background of a program, policy, or procedure C. memory jogger D. analysis of a complex issue

C

As a future Air Force officer, your conduct and appearance must be able to withstand public scrutiny ________. A. for your military duty hours only B. 24 hours a day/ 5 days a week C. 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week D. whenever you're in uniform on base

C

Maintaining eye contact gives the speaker what? A. Butterflies B. Mumps C. Non-verbal feedback D. Dry eyes

C

Name the test used to be eligible for the POC. A. American College Test (ACT) B. Skills Knowledge Test (SKT) C. Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) D. Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)

C

The Air Force Core Value mostly closely aligned with the idea of always performing your duties to the best of your ability is: A. Integrity first B. Service before self C. Excellence in all we do

C

The US Signal Corp was established in what year? A. 1950 B. 1850 C. 1907 D. 2001

C

The rank you'll be awarded upon graduation and commissioning is_____? A. Lieutenant select B. First Lieutenant C. Second Lieutenant D. Third Lieutenant

C

The three types of pay for Air Force members are: A. Combat, basic, and special B. Flight, hazardous duty, and combat C. Basic, special, and incentive D. Special, flight, and combat

C

What percentage of class must you attend in order to pass? A. 60% B. 70% C. 80% D. 90%

C

When WWI started, what legislation increased the authorized number of personnel for the Signal Corp and authorized a Signal Corp Officers Reserve Corp? A. National Security Act of 1947 B. Executive Order 152 C. National Defense Act of 1916 D. Army Reorganization Act of 1920

C

When are male Airmen not allowed to wear earrings? Choose all correct answers A. in uniform B. they are never allowed to wear earrings C. in civilian attire on official duty D. to the commissary

C

Where can cadets find a listing of assignments and testing requirements? A. The university catalog of courses. B. AFH 33-337, The Tongue and Quill C. AERO 101 syllabus D. AS100 student study guide

C

Which Air and Space Studies course is focused on Leadership and Management? A. AS 100 B. AS 200 C. AS 300 D. AS 400

C

A female Airman's hair will not exceed how many inches in bulk? A. 2" B. 1 ½" C. 1 ¼" D. 3 1/2"

D

Both officers and enlisted members of the US Armed Forces are entitled to a clothing allowance. Officers are entitled to ______ clothing allowance(s) and enlisted personnel receive a/an _______ allowance to replace uniforms based on normal wear and tear. A. four; bi-annual B. one; monthly C. two; annual D. one; annual

D

Military members earn leave at the rate of _____ days per month. A. 7 B. 1 C. 1.5 D. 2.5

D

One tip for writing bullet background papers is to write to the _________ level of the expected audience. A. rank B. height C. comprehension D. knowledge

D

The mission of the Aviation Section of the Signal Corp was what? A. Train officers and enlisted on aviation related matters B. Develop fighter aircraft C. Operate and supervise all "military aircraft" D. Both A and D

D

What color form-fitting sportswear may be worn under the PTG shorts/pants? A. solid black B. dark blue C. white D. A and B only

D

What color form-fitting undershirts are authorized with the PTG shirt? A. white B. black C. light grey D. all of the above

D

What factors should you take into consideration when analyzing your audience? A. Rank B. Attitude C. Background D. All of the above

D

What is the maximum number of badges that can be worn on the blues uniform? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4

D

What legislation created the Air Service as a Combatant Arm of the Army? A. National Security Act of 1947 B. Executive Order 152 C. National Defense Act of 1916 D. Army Reorganization Act of 1920

D

Which of the following is NOT a course objective of ROTC? A. Know the benefits afforded members of the military B. Know and develop productive life skills C. Know what career opportunities are available to you as an Air Force officer D. Know all Air Force history

D

Air Force lawyers can represent you in a civilian court of law A. True B. False

False

If caught between the parking lot and your destination when the retreat ceremony is played, you should sprint your hardest to get to a covered area so that you do not have to render proper respect to the flag. A. True B. False

False

It is okay to address subordinates by their first name. A. True B. False

False

Leadership and management are two completely separate functions. A. True B. False

False

True or False. Completion of the GMC guarantees advancement to the POC. A. True B. False

False

You are authorized to stand with your hands in your pockets while in uniform. A. True B. False

False

In broad terms, leadership deals with __________ and management deals with ___________.

People, Things

What are two characteristics of verbal communication that you have control over? A. rate and volume B. pitch and yaw C. volume and surround sound D. pause and effect

A

When approaching an officer with both of your hands full, what is an acceptable action? A. Render a verbal greeting. B. Drop everything and salute. C. Try to salute as best you can. D. Only salute if you recognize the officer.

A

What legislation created the Air Force as a separate service and established the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of Staff of the Air Force? A. National Security Act of 1947 B. Executive Order 152 C. National Defense Act of 1916 D. Army Reorganization Act of 1920

A

When social convention is in written form, it is what type of guidance? A. Courtesy B. Custom C. Both A & B D. None of the above.

A

What office was established in 1935 and assumed command and operational control over all of the Air Corp Tactical Units? A. General Headquarters Air Force (GHQAF) B. Strategic Air Command C. Tactical Air Command

A

When an uncased US flag passes and you are in uniform, you should: A. Salute when the flag is six paces away and hold your salute until it is six paces past you. B. Salute only if an authorized military honor guard carries the flag. C. Render a salute if an officer carries it. D. Salute, unless you're with a group of civilians who don't salute.

A

For Talking Papers and Bullet Background papers, the left and right margins are how many inches each? A. 1 B. 1.25 C. 1.5 D. .5

A

How is leadership an art? A. It is open to interpretation and individual application B. It can be studied and learned C. It is not an art

A

How many colors of nail polish may be worn at a time? A. One B. Two C. Three D. All of them

A

Male sideburns will not extend past what? A. the lowest part of the exterior ear opening B. the bottom of the ear C. the bottom of the nose D. the top of the jawline

A

To be qualified for the General Military Course you must: (select the most correct answer). A. Be a full-time student, at least 14, be in good physical condition, and of good moral character. B. Have a 2.0 Cum GPA, a 150 PFT score, a U.S. Citizen, at least 18 years old, and a well rounded individual. C. Be a full time student, have a 2.0 Cum GPA, a 150 PFT score, a U.S. Citizen, and be at least 18 years old. D. Be at least 14, be in good physical condition, and of good moral character, have no felonies on your record.

A

Visual aids are meant to add to a presentation, not take away from it. Therefore, you should not do what with them? A. Read them verbatim B. Make them large enough to see C. Keep it simple and clear

A

What are the ABCs of briefing? A. Accuracy, Brevity, and Clarity B. Advocacy, Brevity, and Clarity C. Accuracy, Brilliant, and Concise D. Advocacy, Brilliant, and Concise

A

Military customs and courtesies play an important role in building what? Select all that apply. A. morale and esprit de corps B. discipline C. walls D. divisions between enlisted and officers

A, B

What colors can your socks be while in the PT uniform? Choose all correct answers. A. White B. Black C. Purple D. Grey

A, B

AFIT _________ offers which type of programs? Select all that apply. A. Education at civilian institutions B. Experience and training with civilian industries C. Education at AFIT in Ohio D. post 9/11 GI bill

A, B, C

Which of the following are leadership functions? Choose all that apply. A. Motivating B. Vision C. Procedures D. Influencing

A, B, D

Hair accessories must be what color? Choose all correct answers. A. the color of the hair B. brown C. black D. it doesn't matter

A, C

Which of the following are management functions? Select all that apply. A. Paperwork B. Influencing C. Regulations D. Planning

A, C, D

You may have gone through all the work of researching your topic from various sources. However, if you don't let your audience know where you found your supporting information, you'll lose credibility. They'll assume it's only your opinion. This statement best explains which of the seven steps to effective communication. A. Analyze your purpose and audience. B. Organize and outline. C. Draft D. Support your ideas.

D

Which of the following examples is the CORRECT way to structure a person's signature block? A. Joe M. Snuffy, Lt Col, USAF B. Joe M. Snuffy, LT COL, USAF C. JOE M. SNUFFY, Lt Col, USAF D. JOE M. SNUFFY, LT COL, USAF

C

Which of the following is a function of position papers? A. Quick references on key points, facts, and positions B. Official record of an event, decision, or action C. To generate interest or support for a topic D. Details a combination or related issues

C

Which of the following programs is designed to encourage personnel to pursue voluntary, off-duty educational opportunities? A. Post-9/11 GI Bill B. Operation Bootstrap C. Tuition Assistance D. ROTC

C

Which of the following is a function of bullet background papers? A. Quick references on key points, facts, and positions B. Official record of an event, decision, or action C. To generate interest or support for a topic D. Details a combination or related issues

D

Who of the following should not be saluted by cadets? A. Army officers. B. Commissioned officers. C. Air Force officers. D. Non-commissioned officers.

D

What is the definition of leadership, according to Air Force Doctrine Vol II? Copy verbatim from the slides, do not include the quotation marks. _________

Leadership is the art and science of motivating, influencing and directing Airmen to understand and accomplish the Air Force mission.