MARINE CORPS KNOWLEDGE

DRILL

100

What command is given to align the platoon from the left?

"Dress right, dress"

200

At the command "open ranks, march", which squad takes one step forward and executes "dres right dress"?

Second squad only

300

What are the four authorized positions of rest?

Parade rest, at ease, rest, and fall out.

400

When dismissing an armed platoon, which commands must be given prior to the command "dismissed"?

"Inspection arms" and "port arms"

500

On the command "trail arms", how far is the rifle lifted off the deck?

3 inches

RANDOM

100

The "Four Corners" monument marks the only spot in the U.S. where these four states meet.

What are Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico?

200

This element has the chemical symbol "Fe."

What is Iron?

300

The process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy.

What is photosynthesis?

400

Before becoming a famous actor, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson was a star in this professional sport.

What is wrestling?

500

This transparent, colorless, and odorless liquid is essential for all known forms of life.

What is water?

HISTORY

100

Which battle gave NCO's the right to wear the blood stripe on the dress blue trousers?

Battle of Chapultapec

200

What year was the Marine Corps Emblem adopted in?

1868

300

German soldiers called Marines "devil dogs" for their persistent attacks and ferocious fighting ability during what battle?

Belleau Wood

400

Who was the first Marine Corps recruiter?

Robert Mullen

500

In what year was the Marine Corps re-established under the constitution?

1798

DMO

100

Are there specific administrative weight restrictions for a PCS to Okinawa for an unaccompanied Marine? 

Yes. Unaccompanied Marines PCSing to Okinawa are generally authorized 10% of their normal JTR allowance, which is approximately 600 lbs, and this is for an Unaccompanied Baggage (UB) shipment only.

200

What are the restrictions on shipping firearms and ammunition in an HHG shipment?

You can ship firearms in your HHG shipment, but it must comply with all federal, state, and local laws. Y

300

Are there specific rules regarding the shipment of lithium-ion batteries?

lithium-ion batteries are restricted to less than 100 watt-hours per battery

400

What is the max entitlmennt for SIT

180 days

500

Who is the DMO lead for MCI-COM?

Mrs. Julie Hendrix

DMO

100

Is the weight of PBP&E included in the maximum HHG weight allowance? 

The weight of PBP&E is not included in the maximum authorized HHG weight allowance.

200

What is the maximum weight for an O-10?

18,000lbs

300

What is the Marine Corps Order for the Distribution Manual?

MCO 4600.41b

400

What does RFID stand for? 

Radio Frequency Identification 

500

What are the 2 different types of RDD's?

Requested Delivery Date and Required Delivery Date