Miscellaneous Ranks, Billets and General Orders
Unlike active-duty Marine Corps enlisted rank insignias, all MCJROTC cadet enlisted insignias feature this central symbol representing academic excellence.
What is the Lamp of Learning?
Born in Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, this date marks the official birthday of the United States Marine Corps.
What is November 10, 1775?
When marching at Quick Time, this is the standard cadenced rate in steps per minute.
What is 120 steps per minute?
This acronym is commonly used by Marines and MCJROTC cadets to easily remember all 14 Leadership Traits.
What is JJ DID TIE BUCKLE?
At the top of the military chain of command, the President of the United States, a civilian position, holds ultimate authority over all armed forces.
What is the Commander-in-Chief?
A Cadet Staff Sergeant's rank insignia consists of three chevrons pointing up and this many rockers underneath.
What is one rocker?
Known as the "Grand Old Man of the Marine Corps," he served as Commandant for 38 years and introduced the motto Semper Fidelis.
Who is Archibald Henderson?
This command is the only command of execution that allows a platoon to change direction by 180 degrees while marching.
What is To the Rear, MARCH?
Defined as "the ability to deal with others without causing offense," this leadership trait starts with the letter T.
What is Tact?
In the battalion cadet staff structure, the cadet officer designated as the S-3 is responsible for these primary functions.
What are Operations and Training?
On the MCJROTC officer rank insignia, how many gold disks distinguish a Cadet First Lieutenant from a Cadet Second Lieutenant?
What are two disks (Cadet 2ndLt has one, Cadet 1stLt has two silver/gold disks depending on metal finish)?
The eagle, globe, and anchor each hold specific symbolic meanings; this element of the emblem signifies global service and reach.
What is the Globe?
While in formation, this specific type of command consists of two parts: the preparatory command and this.
What is the Command of Execution?
This leadership principle stresses that a leader must know their strengths and weaknesses before trying to lead others.
What is Know yourself and seek self-improvement?
This Cabinet-level official directly oversees the Department of the Navy, which includes the U.S. Marine Corps.
What is the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV)?
Which cadet enlisted rank consists of three chevrons pointing up and two rockers underneath?
What is Cadet Gunnery Sergeant (C/GySgt)?
Earned during World War I at the Battle of Belleau Wood, Marines were given this nickname by German soldiers due to their ferocious combat style.
What is Devil Dogs (Teufel Hunden)?
This Command indicates which movement is about to be executed.
What is the Preparatory Command
The leadership trait "Unbearing" does not exist; however, the trait defined as "creating a favorable impression in carriage, appearance, and conduct" does exist.
What is Bearing?
This key staff role directly assists the Cadet Battalion Commander by supervising the battalion staff, coordinating staff actions, and managing daily operations.
What is the Cadet Executive Officer (C/XO)?
Which General Order is to take charge of this post and all government property in view?
1st
Two Marines were awarded the Medal of Honor for separate actions in two different conflicts; name either of these iconic Marines.
Who is Dan Daly, and who is Smedley Butler?
180 steps per minute is considered what in Drill?
What is Double time
How many leadership principles does the Marine Corps have?
11
In the cadet chain of command, which cadet billet is responsible for managing administrative duties, records, and reports for the battalion or company (the S-1)?
What is the Cadet Adjutant (or S-1 Administrative Officer)?