JROTC promotion board study guide
Mission statement
"To Motivate Young People to Be Better Citizens"
The staff members
(S-1 Adjutant ; S2 - Information/Security Officer; S-3 Operations and Training Officer ; S-4 Battalion Logistics and Supply Officer(s) ; S-5 Battalion Special Projects Officer ; S6 Signal Officer)
The 11 Principles of Leadership
1. Know yourself and seek self-improvement. 2. Be technically and tactically proficient. 3. Know your subordinates and look out for their welfare. 4. Keep your subordinates informed. 5. Set the example. 6. Insure the task is understood, supervised, and accomplished. 7. Train your subordinates as a team. 8. Make sound and timely decisions. 9. Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates. 10.Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities. 11.Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.
What is normal cadence?
120 steps per minute-
What is the rate of march for "Quick Time"?
120 steps per minute.
What age is a U.S. Citizen first allowed to vote?
18 years old
What is the rate of march for "Double Time"?
180 steps per minute-
How many inches in a normal step in marching?
30 inches
What is the definition of a map?
A portion of the earth's surface as seen from above and drawn to scale-
Which country did the U.S. attack initially in the "War on Terrorism"?
Afghanistan
The companies chain of command 2013-2014
Alpha Company , 1SG Schonis / CO Williams ; Bravo Company , SG Pons / CO Wright ; Charlie Company, 1SG Bigio / CO Spardy ; Delta Company , 1SG Mata / CO Gutierrez ; Echo Company , 1SG Garland / CO Goode ; Foxtrot Company , 1SG Smith / CO McDonald
What do the letters AI stand for?
Army Instructor
Battalion Organization
Battalion Commander- C/LTC Spardy Battalion Executive Officer- C/2LT Rosen Deputy Commander- C/2LT Pavan Command Sergeant Major- C/CSM Pena S1- C/SGT Koch S2- C/SSGT Mojica S3- C/CPL Davy S4- C/SGT Bell S5- C/PFC Pool S6- C/CPL Gibson
What are the five basic colors found on a military map and what do they represent?
Blue- Water Green- Vegetation Brown- Contour, Elevation and Relief Black- Manmade Objects Red- Other Manmade Objects and Densely Populated areas
The four basic knots
Bowline knot, wireman's knot, the square knot, and regular knot
Thinking Maps
Brace Map, Bridge Map, Bubble Map, Circle Map, Double Bubble Map, Flow Map, Multi-Flow Map, and Tree Map.
What do the letters CPR stand for and what is it used for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation to restore a heart beat and restore breathing to a patient-
What tools are being used in the classroom to assist in the presentation of the curriculum?
Classroom Performance System (CPS), Walk & Talk Chalkboard, Smart Broad, Laptop Computers, DVD player, and DVD's.
What are the 4 basic life-saving steps?
Clear the airway, Stop the bleeding, Treat for shock ,Dress and Bandage the wounds
What is the chain of command?
Commander in Chief: The Honorable Barrack Obama Secretary of Defense: The Honorable Leon E. Panetta Secretary of the Army: The Honorable John McHugh Army Chief of Staff: General Raymond T. Odierno Commanding General, Training and Doctrine Command: General Robert W. Cone Commanding General, US Army Cadet Command: Major General James McDonald Commander, 7th Brigade: Colonel Michael J. Chinn Senior Army Instructor, Fairview JROTC: Major David P. Fultz Yellow Jacket Battalion Commander: Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Alan Brawner
What are the three leadership styles? Explain each style.
Delegating - giving decision making authority to subordinates. Participating - involving subordinates in the decision making process. Directing - instructing subordinates.
What are Winning Colors used for?
Determine strengths and potential weaknesses and how to conduct meetings and to capitalize on Strengths and Weaknesses of individuals in group planning.
Which foot can you give the command halt on?
Either foot
What are the three branches of the government?
Executive, legislative, and judicial
Who was the Commander of the Revolutionary Army?
George Washington
Who were the primary antagonists during World War I
Germany, Austria, and Hungary
Who were the primary antagonists during World War II (who did the U.S. and its allies fight)?
Germany, Italy and Japan
What are the five major terrain features?
Hilltop, Ridgeline, Saddle, Valley, Depression
cadet creed
I am an Army Junior ROTC Cadet. I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family, country, school and the Corps of Cadets. I am loyal and patriotic. I am the future of the United States of America. I do not lie, cheat or steal and will always be accountable for my actions and deeds. I will always practice good citizenship and patriotism. I will work hard to improve my mind and strengthen my body. I will seek the mantle of leadership and stand prepared to uphold the Constitution and the American way of life. May God grant me the strength to always live by this creed.
When may the flag be flown upside down?
In times of distress
What are the steps to the 4-Phase Lesson Plan?
Inquire, Gather, Process, Apply
country did the U.S. and its allies fight in the Gulf War? A: Iraq
Iraq
What do the letters JCLC stand for?
JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge
What do the letters JROTC stand for?
Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps
Army Values
LOYALTY - to bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution...your peers DUTY - to fulfill your obligations RESPECT - to treat people as they should be treated SELFLESS SERVICE - to put the welfare of the nation...before your own HONOR - to live up to all values INTEGRITY- to do what is right, legally and morally PERSONAL COURAGE - to face fear, danger, or adversity
What do the letters LET stand for?
Leadership Education and Training
What are the three levels of distinction that JROTC units can earn?
Merit Unit, Honor Unit, and Honor Unit with Distinction.
What are the responsibilities of a leader?
Mission accomplishment and the welfare of the men
What military operation was initiated on 21 March 2003?
Operation Iraqi Freedom
What are the three types of American flags and which one is the largest?
Post, storm, and garrison, garrison is largest
What are the two parts of a command?
Preparatory command and command of execution
What instrument is used to determine grid azimuth on a map?
Protractor
S6 Signal Officer)
Responsible for all tasks related to communications and electronics (technology). Conducts network management and maintenance, to include equipment. Maintains the BN local area network (computer lab). Maintains the BN web site. Advises the commander and staff on all communications matters.
How do you read a military map?
Right and up.
What do the letters SAI stand for?
Senior Army Instructor
What happened in New York City and Washington DC. on 11 September 2001?
Terrorists attacked the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.
S-5 Battalion Special Projects Officer
The Battalion S-5 informs and promotes the JROTC program to the community. S-5 duties fall into 3 major categories: Cadet Information; Public Information and Community Relations. The S-5 uses the webpage, bulletin boards in the JROTC department, school information board and district information board to celebrate and recognize the Giants Battaion.
S-4 Battalion Logistics and Supply Officer(
The Battalion Supply Officer is responsible for the fitting and issuing of uniforms and items of equipment to the JROTC Cadet corps. She runs the supply room to be operational most of the day to serve the needs of the cadets. She is also responsible for keeping a running count on all items in the supply room.
What are the first 10 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution known as?
The Bill of Rights
The uses of each thinking map
The Circle Map is used for brainstorming. Bubble Maps are useful for developing vocabulary, distinguishing fact from fiction, and valuing/evaluating. The Double Bubble Map is used for comparing and contrasting. Tree Maps can be used for hierarchical classifications as well as for groupings of themes, concepts, and ideas. The Brace Map is used to analyze physical objects and shows part-whole relationships. If you need to sequence or order information, use the Flow Map. Other uses for the Flow Map include the sequence of a plot, a timeline, order of operations, and framing long-term outcomes. The Multi-Flow Map is used for showing and analyzing cause-and-effect relationships. The Bridge Map gives you a tool for applying the process of seeing analogies.
Which amendment grants the "Freedom of Speech"?
The First Amendment
What happened on 7 December 1941 in Hawaii?
The Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor
What are the two primary political parties?
The Republican Party and the Democrat Party
S-1 Adjutant
The S-1 is the Personnel and Administrative Officer for the battalion. She maintains the unit manning board, keeps a current and accurate file on all JROTC Cadets in the battalion, prepares and publishes orders, and performs a variety of administrative functions as required. The S-1 make sure cadet records are posted correctly.
S-3 Operations and Training Officer
The S-3 staff officer is responsible for a myriad of activities to include school and community projects. All activities must go through the S3 officer so she may plan and coordinate with staff officers and unit leaders to ensure mission accomplishment.
What war was fought during the 1960's and 1970's?
The Vietnam War
What is the definition of leadership?
The ability to influence subordinates in order to accomplish a mission-
The winning color red
The adventurerer ; They like excitement and testing thier limits. They take risks and challenge any obstacle put in front of them.
What is First Aid?
The assistance someone provides to an injured person until trained medical personnel arrive.
The winning color brown
The builder ; like to have power and responsibility and getting stuff done. They are verry traditional in the things that they do. They like things done thier way.
What is the key to success in Jrotc
The key to success in JROTC is TEAMWORK.
The winning color green
The planner ; These people like to plan out what ever task that needs to be done. They are very imaginative and seeks the future. They believe in being thier best at all times.
What position are you allowed to speak while in a formation?
The position of "REST"
S2 - Information/Security Officer
The primary duties of the Battalion S-2 are to assure the security and safety of the JROTC Department and its equipment. The S-2's main area of interest is the Arms Room and sensitive items.
The winning color blue
The relator ; These people are friendly and like to be generous. They like te idea of getting along with everybody. They are comforting and help those in need
How many Norths are found on a military map and what are they called?
Three :True North, Grid North, and Magnetic North.
Officer Ranks
Three Diamonds- Colonel Two Diamonds- Lieutenant Colonel One Diamond- Major Three Disks- Captain Two Disks- First Lieutenant One Disk- Second Lieutenant
Enlisted Ranks
Three Stripes Up/three down a star and a wreath- Command Sergeant Major Three Stripes Up/three down and a star- Sergeant Major Three Stripes Up/three down and a diamond- First Sergeant Three Stripes Up/three down- Master Sergeant Three Stripes Up/two down- Sergeant First Class Three Stripes Up/one down- Staff Sergeant Three Stripes- Sergeant Two Stripes- Corporal One Stripe Up/one down- Private First Class One Stripe Up- Private
What is the Heimlich Maneuver used for?
To clear a blocked airway.
What is mouth-to-mouth resuscitation used for?
To restore breathing
What war accounted for the most American deaths?
U.S. Civil War
When may the U.S. Flag be flown at night?
When properly lit
When does a cadet end a salute to a superior?
When the salute is acknowledged
What instrument would you use to determine a magnetic azimuth in a field environment?
a compass or magnetic compass
What do the colors on the United States flag represent?
white : purity and innocence red: hardiness and valor blue: vigilance, perseverance, and justice.
Winning Colors:
• Brown- Builder • Red- Adventurer • Blue- Relater • Green- Planner
