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| Informational Section |
| DRILL What are the four positions of rest? Parade rest, At ease, Rest, and Fall out. How many steps are in Quick time? 120, 30 inch steps per minute. How many steps are in Double time? 180, 36 inch steps per minute. How many movements are in Inspection arms? Seven. What commands are given after reporting an armed platoon? Inspection arms, Port arms, Order arms. What commands are given to dismiss an armed platoon? Inspection arms, Port arms, Dismissed. What is the name of the Marine Corps Drill and Ceremonies Manual? NAVMC 2691. What are the five purposes of close order drill? 1. To provide simple formations from which various combat formations can be assumed. 2. To move a unit from one point to another in an orderly fashion. 3. To develop familiarity with individual weapons. 4. To instill automatic response to orders. 5. To instill confidence in the leader. What are the four types of commands in close order drill? Preparatory, execution, combined, and supplemental. What is the position of attention? The basic position from which all other commands are given. What are some important traits to possess when commanding troops? Bearing and command presence. |
| MARKSMANSHIP What is the command to stop firing when an unsafe condition is observed, or when allotted time for firing is over? "Cease fire" Who is authorized to give the command "Cease fire"? Anyone observing an unsafe condition. Who is responsible for range safety? Everyone on the range. Who is responsible for investigating, and taking proper action when an unsafe condition is observed? The range officer. What is the correct position to carry the M16A2 on the range? Muzzle elevated and pointed down range or at sling arms. Name the course Marines use to qualify with the M16A2. The KD (known distance) course. How many stages are there on the KD course? Seven What are the three classes of scoring? Expert (40-65 points), Sharpshooter (35-39 points), Marksman (25-34 points) What are the key words in BRASS-F?Breath, Relax, Aim, Stop, Squeeze, Follow through. What is the minimum a Marine can score and still qualify on the KD course? 25 points How many rounds will a Marine fire in one evolution of the KD course? 50. What is the maximum score a Marine can receive on the course? 65 points. Is the course set up in meters or yards? Yards At what yard lines do Marines shoot at? 200, 300 and 500 yards. What firing position(s) are used on the 200 yard line? Sitting, kneeling, and standing. What firing position(s) are used on the 300 yard line? Kneeling and prone. What firing position is used on the 500 yard line? Prone What target is used on the 200 yard line? Dog target What target is used on the 300 yard line? Dog target What target is used on the 500 yard line? B-modified What is the name of the scoring system on the Marine KD course? The International Scoring System. How big is the bullseye on the "A" target? 12 inches How big is the bulls eye on the "D" target? 19 inches high and 26 inches wide. How big is the bulls eye on the "B" Modified target? 20 inches wide 40 inches high How long is the preparation time before each string of fire? 60 seconds What is the time limit for the rapid fire? 70 seconds What is the time limit for slow fire on the 200 yard line? 20 minutes. What is the time limit for slow fire on the 300 yard line? 5 minutes What is the time limit on the 500 yard line? 10 minutes What are the commands used on the KD course? Load, unload, make ready, unload, and show clear. What condition is expected after the command "Unload"? Condition four. What condition is expected after the command "Load"? Condition three. What condition is expected after the command "Make ready"? Condition one. What is expected after the command "Unload and show clear"? Take the rifle from the present condition to condition four, pausing with the bolt locked to the rear so the chamber can be inspected. What is sight alignment? Placing the tip of the front sight post centered in the rear sight aperture. What is sight picture? Placing a clear front sight tip, centered in the aperture, on the center mass of the target. What is stock weld? The exact placement of the shooter cheek against the stock of the weapon. What is eye relief? The distance of the shooting eye to the rear sight aperture. Eye relief differs from shooter to shooter. What is breath control? An interruption in breathing at the natural respiratory pause to allow for proper sight picture. What is trigger control? A slow, steady squeeze straight to the rear, so the rifle fires without the shooters knowledge. What are the two types of trigger pull? Interrupted and uninterrupted. What affects the rounds traveling down range? Wind, precipitation, light |
| UNIFORMS What is the length of the male service trousers? A variation of 1/4 inch above or below the welt of the shoe. What is the length of the female service trousers? To the welt of the shoe or 1/2 inch above. What is the length of the female skirt? 1 inch above or below the center of the knee. What is the length of the service and Dress uniform coats? Extends 1-2 inches below the crotch. The sleeve cuff will extend about 1 inch above the 2nd joint of the thumb. What is the length of the belt for the AWC? 1 inch beyond the belt keeper to 1 1/2 inch beyond the left belt loop. What are the regulations on rolled utility sleeves? About 3 inches wide & terminating about 2 inches above the elbow. What is the length of the utility nametapes? Not to exceed 6 inches. What is the length and width of the heel on female pumps? -2 1/2 inches in height and a base of 3/8 x 3/8 to 1 1/2 x 1 7/8 inches. What is the length of the service "A" blouse belt? 2 3/4 - 3 3/4 inch beyond the buckle. What is the length of the khaki web belt? 2 - 4 inches beyond the buckle. What is the proper placement of the necktie clasp? Midway between the 3rd and 4th buttons from the top of the khaki shirt. What is the placement of the insignia on the long sleeve khaki shirt? 4 inches below the shoulder seam and centered. What is the width of the scarlet stripe? 1 7/8 inches folded 3/8" on each side for a finish of 1 1/8 inches. What is the placement of two marksmanship badges? 1/8 inch above the left breast pocket with 3/4" between each badge spanning no more than 4 1/8 inches. What is the placement of three marksmanship badges? 1/8" above the left breast pocket with 1/4" between each badge. What is the placement of two female marksmanship badges? 1/8" above the highest point on the left breast pocket with 1/4" - 3/4" between badges. What are the only only three ranks that can be worn only one way? Marine Gunner, Colonel, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps. |
| CUSTOMS AND COURTESY Define a flag, color, standard, and guidon. Flag: A cloth used as a sign or symbol to represent and organization, state, or nation.Color: A dismounted flag. Standard: A mounted flag. Guidon: A flag that represents an individual unit. What are the three types and sizes of flags? Storm: 5 x 9 1/2 feet. Post: 10 x 19 feet. Garrison: 20 x 38 feet. What is the minimum height of the flag pole needed to fly the Garrison flag? 65 feet What is another name for the Garrison Flag? The holiday flag. What is it authorized to fly the Garrison flag? Sundays and holidays. When do you fly the Post flag? Monday thru Saturday except in inclement weather. What is the name of the flags flown at the front and rear of an American ship and what are their descriptions? Front:: The "Jack", a starred blue flag (representing the union of the national ensign), flown at the jackstay of a ship when not underway. Rear: The National Ensign. What is a flag when carried by a color guard? Color. What three ways are there to display a flag? From a pole, Hanging downwards (Jack to the north or east), Draped on a coffin. What makes up a color guard? The National Flag, The Marine Corps Colors, and two riflemen. What is the only flag authorized to fly above the US flag and under what conditions? A church flag, only aboard ship and only during religious services. What color are officer DoD vehicle decals? Blue What color are enlisted DoD vehicle decals? Red What color are civilian DoD vehicle decals? Green What color are contractor DoD vehicle decals? Black What should a Marine, outside and covered in uniform do when he hears the National Anthem? Stop, face the national flag, or face the music if the flag is not visible, and salute. What should a Marine do if he is outside and in civilian clothes do if he hears the national anthem? Stop, face the flag, or face the music if the flag is not visible, and stand at the position of attention. What should a Marine outside and in uniform do if he hears "The Marines Hymn"? Stop, stand at the position of attention, and face the music. What should a Marine outside and in civilian clothes do if he hears "The Marines Hymn"? Stop, stand at the position of attention, and face the music. |
| ORGANIZATIONS AND ATTACHMENTS What does MAGTF stand for? Marine, Air, Ground, Task, Force. How many components are in a MAGTF regardless of size and what are they? Four, a command element, A ground combat element, an aviation combat element, and a combat service support element. What are the three types of MAGTF's? MEU (Marine Expeditionary Unit), MEF (Marine Expeditionary Force), SP (Special Purpose) Describe a MEU MAGTF. It is the smallest MAGTF, possessing the basic characteristics of the largest air/ground task forces. It is a task organization which is normally built around a battalion landing team and a composite squadron and is usually commanded by a colonel. (Such as a Med or WestPac float.) Describe a SP MAGTF.It is suited to be a specific tactical mission requiring a combined arms force from two to five times the size and combat power of a MEU. It is a task organization which is normally build around a regimental landing team and a provisional Marine Aircraft Group and is normally commanded by a brigadier general. (Such as Operation Desert Storm, Haiti, and Somalia.) Describe a MEF MAGTF. It is the largest MAGTF, normally build around a complete division/wing team. However, it may range in size from less than a complete division/wing team up to several divisions and aircraft wings, together with an appropriate combat service support organization. It is commanded by either a major general or a lieutenant general depending on its size and mission. (Such as the Marine's Pacific campaign in World War II.) What are the primary considerations for the MAGTF Operational Planning Doctrine? Host country agreements, Rules of engagement, Operational restrictions, Treaties, Status of Forces agreements. Name the ships considered as the "amphibious warfare ships" and describe their use. LST: (Tank Landing Ship) Used to transport and offload tanks, artillery, and logistic vehicles from the extended bow ramp onto a beach with a grade of 1:20 to 1:50, or upon a pontoon causeway. Amphibious vehicles can be launched from the stern gate. LSD: (Dock Landing Ship) Used to transport amphibious task forces and landing craft off the flooded well deck through the stern gate. LPD: (Amphibious Cargo Ship) Used to transport amphibious task forces and landing craft off the flooded well deck through the stern gate, or via helicopter off of the flight deck. LKA: (Amphibious Cargo Ship) Used to transport combat cargo by means of embarked landing craft. LPH: (Amphibious Assault Ship) Used to transport troops and equipment and land them ashore by means of the embarked helicopters. LHA: (General Purpose Assault) Used to embark, transport, and deploy troops by means of amphibious vehicles and helicopters. LHD: (Multipurpose Assault Ship) Used to embark, transport, and deploy troops by means of LCAC and helicopter, and be used as a base for the AV-8B Harrier V/STOL and anti-submarine aircraft. LCC: (Amphibious Command Ship) Used as a flagship and headquarters for the amphibious task force commander and landing force commander. LPA: (Amphibious Transport Ship) Used to transport troops, supplies and equipment and land them by means of embarked amphibious vehicles, or helicopter brought to the area by another ship. LPSS: (Amphibious Transport Submarine Ship) Transport small specialized bodies of troops, such as underwater demolition and Marine reconnaissance expeditions. What are Maritime Preposition Ships? (MPS)Civilian ships contracted and refitted (if necessary) to carry DoD supplies and equipment. Manned totally by civilians, the three squadrons of ships (MPS1, MPS2, and MPS3) aid in the quickness that Marines can be ready "on station" in specific regions of the world. Give the name and location of the four Marine Divisions. 1st Marine Division, Camp Pendelton, California 2nd Marine Division, Camp Lejuene, North Carolina 3rd Marine Division, Okinawa, Japan 4th Marine Division, New Orleans Louisianna Give the name and location of the four Marine Air Wings. 1st Marine Air Wing, Okinawa Japan 2nd Marine Air Wing, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina 3rd Marine Air Wing, MCAS Miramar, California 4th Marine Air Wing, New Orleans, Louisiana. Give the name and location of the four Force Service Support Groups. 1st Force Service Support Group, Camp Pendleton, California. 2nd Force Service Support Group, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina 3rd Force Service Support Group, Okinawa, Japan 4th, Force Service Support Group, Marietta, Georgia. |
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