GENERAL GOVERNMENT INFORMATION
What are the three branches of the U.S. government?
The Executive Branch-President, Vice-President, and Cabinet members
The Judicial Branch-Supreme Court
The Legislative Branch-Congress, which is composed of the House of Representatives and the Senate
What are the three characteristics of effective writing?
Simple, readable, and understandable
What is the Army's Birthday?
June 14, 1775
What is a map?
A graphic representation of a portion of the earth’s surface, drawn to scale, as seen from above
Brigade Commander:
c/COL Isabel Cruz
Who becomes the President if the current President were to die?
The Vice President
What are four teaching methods?
Lecture, conference, demonstrating practical exercise, group work
What is the Army's Mascot?
A mule; two on active duty (General Scott and Ranger II)
What are the five basic map colors?
Red: Roads and Boundaries Brown: Elevation
Blue: Water Black: Man Made objects
Green: Vegetation
Brigade Executive Officer:
c/LTC Daniella Govea-Alcalde
After the President, if the Vice President were to die, who would become the president?
The Speaker of the House
What are the three parts of a research paper?
Introduction, body, and conclusion
What are the Army's Colors
Black and gold
What does the color white represent?
Cleared areas
Brigade Command Sergeant Major:
c/CSM Naomi Bernal
Who is the Author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What should a good training aid do?
Interest the student, develop understanding, save time, and appeal to the student
What is the Army's Motto
“This We’ll Defend”
What is the cardinal rule when reading grid coordinates?
Read right, and then up
Brigade S-1:
c/MAJ Ashton Dorsey
Who is the Author of the Constitution?
James Madison
What are the three basic styles of leadership?
Directing, participating, delegating
What do contour lines represent on a topographic map?
Elevation and relief
Brigade S-2:
c/MAJ Wyatt Stelter