JROTC Basic Knowledge
Students enrolled in the JROTC program are often referred to as ____.
Cadets.
You salute with this hand.
The right hand.
The title of a cadet is referred to as:
A rank.
What does ACSU stand for?
Army Cadet Service Uniform.
Why should you bend your knees during formation?
To avoid passing out by maintaining good blood flow.
Congress established Army JROTC through what act in 1916?
The National Defense Act of 1916.
When speaking to an officer, you should refer to them by these two titles.
"Sir" or "Ma'am"
How are ranks earned in JROTC?
Through good actions and performance.
What insignia do enlisted cadets wear on their berets?
The ROTC Insignia.
Consuming snacks with light carbs and potassium are recommended before PT because they...
Prevent cramps.
Facing fear or difficulties with bravery is known as what Army Core Value?
Personal courage.
Before asking a question in class, what should you say and wait to receive?
Permission to speak
What is a Company Commander responsible for?
The performance of their company.
What are the two shapes of Officer ranks?
Clean habits/ good hygiene shows ___ to your peers.
Respect.
A cadet refuses to cheat even though nobody is watching. The cadet is demonstrating the Army Core Value of ______.
Integrity.
A cadet is exhausted from PT on a Friday and immediately sits down after entering the classroom. What classroom procedure did they skip?
Waiting for the command, "Take, SEATS"
As a squad member, who is the first line of Chain of Command and what is their role?
Squad Leaders, they conduct small inspection and instructional sessions with their cadets.
When is the Class A uniform worn by cadets?
For special occasions and ceremonies such as the Cadet Dining-in, Ball, Parade, etc. It is also used for Drill and Color Guard Competitions
Why is good hygiene important?
Unit safety: It prevents basic sicknesses from spreading to others.
Recite the first two lines of the 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."
Describe the correct reporting sequence after the senior NCO says "Report."
Wait until they're looking at you, turn your head, render a hand salute, report accountability, then lower your salute after they lower theirs
Provide the correct order of Chain of Command/Battalion Roles from lowest to highest:
Squad Leaders, Platoon Leadership, Company Leadership, Staff, Battalion Leadership, and the instructor staff
Name three of the main differences between the Class A vs. the Class B uniform.
The tie/neck tab is optional for Class Bs, while it is mandatory for Class As. Class A almost always wears medals, while Class B usually does not. The Class B is worn for most non-formal occasions and in warmer weather, while the Class A is worn for formal occasions and cooler weather.
Your battle buddy says, "I'm fine," but they're dizzy and cramping during drill. According to the physical wellness presentation, what should you do?
Inform leadership, the medic, and an instructor immediately.