Close Order Drill
Uniforms
Key Features
Marine Jargon
Camping
100
Explain then assume the position of Attention.
Explain then assume the position of Parade Rest.
Explain then assume the position of At Ease.
Explain then assume the position of Rest.
Attention: The beginning position for all Close Order Drill.
Parade Rest: A modified position, a way to relax
but still keep your head and eyes to the front.
At Ease: In this position you can move to make adjustments to your uniform and equipment as long as you keep your right foot in place. You cannot talk in this position
Rest: You may speak in low conversational tones when in this position.
100
Which are proper regulation hairstyles for Young Marines?
A, D, and F
100
What is the Young Marines Birthday?
October 17, 1965
100
Mess Hall is?
Dining hall or dining room
100
Why is it important to maintain a high standard of personal hygiene?
High standards of personal hygiene are always upheld because they help protect you and others from illness and promote good health.
200
Explain then execute: Fall-In, execute Dress Right, Dress, and Fall-Out.
Fall-In: Take your position in the formation.
Fall-Out: Leave your position in the formation.
Dress Right, Dress: The command to align the squad while in formation.
200
Describe the modifications the Unit Commander can make to the official uniform.
Red National T-Shirt instead of a white t-shirt with the Woodland Camouflage uniform.
200
Where were the Young Marines was founded?
Waterbury, Connecticut
200
Starboard is?
Right Side
200
Name 4 way to maintain personal hygiene in the field.
• Wash yourself daily as completely as possible with clean water and biodegradable soap.
• Wash your hands with biodegradable soap after dirty work or using the restroom and always before cooking or eating.
• Keep your hair neat and wash with soap or shampoo at least once a week while in the field.
• Brush your teeth and use floss at least twice a day.
• Use body powder on your feet, underarms, groin, and any other area with skin on skin contact to avoid chaffing in warm weather.
• Use the restroom regularly.
• Eat all your food as your body requires food for energy and fuel.
• Always treat injuries properly and immediately.
300
Explain then execute: Right Face, Left Face, and About Face.
Right Face: The command tells you to turn to the right.
Left Face: The command tells you to turn to the left.
About Face: The command tells you to make a 180 degree turn in the opposite direction.
300
What jewelry is permitted while wearing the official Young Marines uniform?
The only jewelry permitted are watches, medical items, religious medallions, class or Young Marines ring.
300
When were Young Marines was founded?
1959
300
Police is?
To straighten up or tidy up
300
How deep into water should you go without adult supervision or a flotation device?
Do not go into water above your knees without supervision and an approved personal floatation device.
400
Explain how to March in Quick Time. March in Quick Time.
• At “forward,” shift the weight of your body to the right leg without noticeable movement.
• On “MARCH” smartly take a normal step to the front with the left foot.
• At the same time, begin to swing your arms in their natural arc, six inches to the front and three inches to the rear of your legs.
• Continue to march without stiffness or exaggeration of movement, swinging the arms as indicated above until given another command.
400
Identify the correct accessories (boots, belts, undershirts, etc.) that are to be worn with the Young Marines uniform.
The official uniform in the Young Marines Program is the woodland pattern camouflage blouse, trousers and khaki web belt, black boots, cover, and white t-shirt.
400
State the Young Marine rank structure.
YM Private
YM Private First Class
YM Lance Corporal
YM Corporal
YM Sergeant
YM Staff Sergeant
YM Gunnery Sergeant
YM Master Sergeant
YM Master Gunnery Sergeant
YM First Sergeant
YM Sergeant Major
400
Overhead is?
Ceiling
400
What should you do before leaving the campsite?
Inform your leader before leaving the campsite and never do so alone.
500
Execute the Hand Salute. Explain when to render a Hand Salute.
The Hand Salute is to be performed on command, rendered to Colors, and in the presence of Federally Commissioned Officers and the Unit Commander.
500
Name 8 uniform items and explain where to correctly mark them.
• Web Belt - on the inside only, near the buckle end
• Cover – inside, centered on the sweatband
• Blouse - inside, centered on the neckband
• Drawers - inside, centered on the waistband
• Gloves - inside at the wrist
• Necktie - on the inside of the neck loop
• Dress Shirts and Undershirts - inside back, centered on neckband
• Shoes/Boots - inside near the top, centered (silver or white permanent marker may be used)
• Socks - on the instep
• Sweater - stamped on manufacturing label or use marking tape/label sewed on inside the back of sweater, below the neckband, with thread to match the sweater
• Trousers/Skirts/Slacks - inside, centered near the top
• PT Shorts – inside, centered, immediately below the waistband
• Bag, Duffel - on the outside of the bottom of the bag
• Coats - inside, centered on the neckband
• Necktabs - on the underside near left end
500
Properly recite the Young Marine Obligation.
From this day forward, I sincerely promise, I will set an example for all other youth to follow and I shall never do anything that would bring disgrace or dishonor upon my God, my Country and its flag, my parents, myself, or the Young Marines. These I will honor and respect in a manner that will reflect credit upon them and myself. Semper Fidelis.
500
Semper Fidelis means?
Always Faithful (The Marine Corps Motto)
500
What does the acronym C.O.L.D. stands for?
C: Clean Clothes
O: Overheating
L: Loose layers
D: Dry