U.S.A Questions
colors
the U.S. flag
when to wear class b uniforms
during all occasions except field training and formal social occasions. also worn at other times as required by your instructor
ferrule
a decorative metal cap attached to the end of a shoulder cord to prevent fraying; a metal ring or cap attached to the end of a staff or handle to give strength or to protect it against splitting
enlisted
enlisted ranks are subdivided into two categories: noncommissioned officer and junior enlisted ranks
Who sewed the first American flag?
A) Phillis Wheatley
B) Martha Washington
C) Abigail Adams
D) Betsy Ross
D) Betsy Ross
anthem
a song of gladness, praise, devotion, or patriotism
when to wear class a uniforms
during ceremonies, social functions, formal inspections, and as required by your instructor
bisecting
to cut or divide into two equal parts
nonsubdued
bright and shining, not dull or flat, such as polished brass pin-on insignia
customs?
A) enforcing regulations on what can enter or leave a country
B) the governmental authority responsible for regulating the import and export of goods into and out of a country
C) Long-established practice followed as a matter of course among people, oftentimes considered an unwritten law or repeated practice
D) These are practices, beliefs, and behaviors that are characteristic of a specific culture, community, or society.
C) Long-established practice followed as a matter of course among people, oftentimes considered an unwritten law or repeated practice
ensign
a U.S. flag that is displayed or flown from an aircraft, ship, or boat as the symbol
what is military awards
Recognition given to individuals for participating in JROTC sponsored activities, or for leadership excellence
chevron
insignia consisting of stripes meeting at an angle to indicate (enlisted) grade or rank
tarnish
to dull the luster of; discolor
esprit de corps?
A) spirit of the group
B) the common spirit or feeling of pride found in the members of a group and inspiring enthusiasm, devotion, and strong regard for the honor of the group
C) The frequent lack of unity or enthusiasm showcased by individuals within a team, which often breeds indifference, neglect, and low regard for the group’s honors.
D) The collective feeling or essence of pride often encountered among a group, which may lead to a mix of strong affection, hesitation, and a wavering sense of honor towards the team.
B) the common spirit or feeling of pride found in the members of a group and inspiring enthusiasm, devotion, and strong regard for the honor of the group
standard
a term now interchangeable with "colors", although formerly it was used for flags of mounted, motorized and mechanized organizations
when to wear army combat uniforms (ACU/OPCS)
at summer camp and for participation on some special teams
sized
the physical dimensions, proportions, magnitude, or extent of an object; any of a series of graduated categories of dimension whereby manufactured articles, such as shoes and clothing, are classified.
shoulder marks
a pair of broad pieces of stiffened cloth worn on the shoulders of the Class A or B uniforms to display the insignia of grade; blank shoulder marks do not display an insignia of grade so that pin-on insignia may be used instead
Who wrote the Star Spangled Banner?
A) Joseph Nicholson
B) Francis Key Howard
C) Thomas Jefferson
D) Francis Scott Key
Francis Scott Key
union
the emblem on a flag symbolizing unity, such as the blue rectangle and stars on the United States flag
when to wear the grey beret
headgear that may be worn with class a or b uniforms
courtesies
an act of politeness or gracious manners; the use of polite gestures or remarks
bombardment
to attack with bombs, explosive shells, or missiles; to attack
When was the Star Spangled Banner written?
A) During the War of 1810
B) During the War of 1812
C) During the War of 1811
D) During the War of 1813
B) During the War of 1812