Leaderships
Rank Structure
Drill & Ceremonies
General Knowledge
Custom and Courtesy
History
Physical Fitness/ Marksmanship/Map reading
25

Who is the Commander-in-Chief? 

President Joseph R. Biden 

25

What is the grade of a cadet with two silver discs on each shoulder?

Cadet First Lieutenant

25

You fall in and start drill from what position?

From the position of attention.

25

What is the mission of JROTC? 

The mission is to motivate young people to be better citizens 

25

When you are saluting during the playing of “The Star-Spangled Banner”, what are you saluting? 

When you salute during the playing of “The Star-Spangled Banner”, you are saluting the nation.

25

JROTC was founded as a part of what act?

JROTC was founded as a part of the National Defense Act of 1916.

25

Name the five events of cadet challenge events? 

The five events of cadet challenge are the Mile-run, Shuttle-run, Pull-ups, Curl-ups, and the V-sit and Reach.

50

Who is the Senior Army Instructor (SAI)?

MAJ Oaks
50

Name the Correct Rank for the Army Instructor.

Chief Warrant Officer Three (CW3)

50

What is the length of a normal step during drill?

A step in drill is a 30 inches

50

What name is given to the first 10 constitutional amendments?

The first ten amendments is the Bill of Rights

50

What does the position of honor dictate? 

The position of honor dictates that persons of lower rank walk to the left of those of higher rank.

50

Who was the first Commanding General of the Continental Army?

The first commanding general of the Continental Army was General George Washington.

50

What does the command LOAD mean? 

I can charge (pump ) my air rifle and load a pellet in it.  

75

Who is the Army Instructor?

CW3 Amaya-Rangel

75

What is the title given to the cadet leader in charge of a company? 

Company Commander.

75

The command "Halt" can be given on what foot? 

The command "Halt" may be given on either foot 

75

What is the key to success in JROTC?

The key success of JROTC is teamwork.

75

How do you show respect for the National Anthem when out doors in uniform? 

A cadet shows respect for the National Anthem by facing the flag or music and saluting.

75

In what year did Congress declare "The Star Spangled Banner" the national anthem of the U.S.?

Congress declared “The Star Spangled Banner” the national anthem of the U.S in 1931, 117 years after it was written.

75

Achieve a standard between 50%-84% in all Cadet Challenge events what ribbon do you earn?

JROTC Athletic Ribbon

100

Who is the Vice-President of the United States? 

Vice-President Kamala Harris 

100

Name the Rank of the Senior Army Instructor?

Major

100

What is the proper length of a half-step?

The length of a half-step is 15 inches.

100

What does JROTC stand for?

JROTC stands for Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps

100

In Which Year was JROTC established.

1916
100

The most important component of rifle safety is? 

The person holding the rifle. 

150

Who is the Cadet Battalion Commander?  

Cadet LTC Flores

150

What is the rank of a cadet with one silver disk on each shoulder?

Cadet Second Lieutenant.

150

What are supplementary commands?

Oral orders given by a subordinate leader that reinforces and compliments a Commander’s orders.

150

What do the stripes on the U.S. Flag represent?

The stripes on the U.S. Flag represent the thirteen original colonies

150

When talking to an officer, how should you address him/her to show the proper military courtesy?

When talking to an officer you should address him/her as Sir or Ma’am.

150

In which year were females admitted to the JROTC Program?

1973

150

Meet the standards for the 85th percentile in all Cadet Challenge events what ribbon do you earn? 


JROTC Physical Fitness Ribbon.  

200

Who is the Cadet Command Sergeant Major?

Cadet Command Sergeant Major Garza

200

How many stripes/chevrons does the Sergeant First Class of the Army wear?

5 chevrons

200

How many steps per minute are required for double time?

Double time requires 180 steps per minute.

200

What are the three levels of distinction that JROTC units can learn?

The three levels of distinction that JROTC units can earn are Merit Unit, Honor Unit, and Honor Unit with Distinction

200

What is meant by the flag being positioned at half-staff?

The flag being positioned at half-staff is a sign of a national mourning.

200

What date was the Army flag dedicated?

4 June 1956 (it was approved 12 June 1956).  

200

An air rifle is considered “unloaded” if?  

The action is open, there is no pellet in the barrel and a CBI is inserted.  

225

What does SAI stand for?

SAI stands for Senior Army Instructor

225

How many stripes/chevrons does the Staff Sergeant of the Army wear?

 4 chevrons

225

What is the name of the military organization used to make up the platoon?

the military organization used to make up the platoon is the squad.

225

What are the 4 “Winning Colors”?

The 4 “Winning Colors” are Brown - Builder, Blue - Relater, Green - Planner, and Red - Adventurer. 

225

When the National Anthem is played, what is your reaction when you’re in uniform outside the building?

When The National Anthem is played, and cadets are in uniform outside the building, cadets should stand at attention and render the hand salute.

225

When was the U.S. Army established?

June 14, 1775

225

When you warm up for exercise, you should ______? 

Exercise at a reduced pace.

250

Define leadership?

The definition of leadership is the ability to influence others to follow.

250
List the title/rank of the lowest officer rank in JROTC
C/ 2nd LT.
250

What are the two parts of an oral drill command?

The two parts of an oral drill command are preparatory command and command of execution.

250

What makes up a Company?

Platoons

250

When was the Declaration of Independence signed?

July 04, 1776

250

The command STOP means? 

Immediately take my finger off the trigger and do not fire any more shots

275

What does AI stand for?

AI stands for Army Instructor

275

how many stripes/chevrons does the Master Sergeant of the Army wear?

 6 chevrons

275

You may talk while you are in what drill position?

You may talk while you are in the rest position.

275

After being in JROTC for 3 years you may enter the service with what enlisted rank?

The enlisted rank is Private First Class (E-3).

275

What is the name of the document that originally governed the United States and was later replaced by the "Constitution"?

The Articles of Confederation

275

How much time do you have to perform the curl-ups and the push-ups events?  

You have 60 seconds (2m) for each event.

300

what must a leader provide his/her subordinates?

A leader must provide his/her subordinates purpose, direction, and motivation.

300

What is the Number of stripes/chevrons does the Specialist of the Army wear?

None

300

What is interval?

Interval is the lateral space between the shoulders of members on the same line.

300

What is the correct name for the JROTC torch?

The correct name for the JROTC torch is The Torch of Knowledge

300

When meeting an officer in the open, how far away should you be before rendering the hand salute?

Approximately 6 paces within speaking distance when making eye contact.

300

What are the three branches of the U.S. government?

The three branches of the U.S. government are the executive, legislative, and the judicial.

300

You are about to join your friends after school for a quick game of soccer. How should you prepare your body before the game?

Stretch after a quick warm up. 

325

What are the three leadership styles?

Delegating, Participating and Directing

325

List the title of the second-highest officer in JROTC

Cadet Lieutenant Colonel  

325

What type of uniform is worn during formal social functions?  

Class A uniform

325

What does the word “LET” stand for?

“LET” stands for Leadership, Education, and Training.

325

The Army Song is always played at the conclusion of what events? 

Reviews, Parades and Honor Guard Ceremonies.

325

What does the first amendment guarantee you?

The first amendment guarantees the freedom of speech, assembly, and religion

325

What is the definition of a map?

A portion of the earth’s surface a seen from above and drawn to scale.

350

What are the two types of courage?

Moral and physical.

350

List the title of the highest officer rank in JROTC

Cadet Colonel 

350

what is the command to bring a moving formation to a standstill? 

The command is halt 

350

When is the wearing of a hat in the building permissible?

When under arms.

350

Where do you walk when walking with someone that is senior to you?

On the senior left

350

What does the Fifth Amendment guarantee you?

The Fifth Amendment grants you no self-incrimination, due process, and the right to own private property.

350

How do you read a map?

Right and up.

375

List the four values possessed by a good leader?

Courage, candor, commitment, and competence.

375

List the title of the highest enlisted grade in JROTC 

Cadet Command Sergeant Major

375

When you call cadence while leading your platoon in drill, you keep the beat, or rhythm, by starting each stanza on what foot? 

Left foot 

375

What do the letters JCLC stand for?

JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge

375

What is the official song of the U.S. Army?

“The Army Goes Rolling Along”

375

The nation nearly doubled in 1803 when it purchased a huge expanse of territory from France in what became known as what?

The Louisiana Purchase. 

375

What are the three types of north on a military map?

True, gird, and magnetic north.

400

What is character?

Your inner strength, doing what you believe is right regardless of danger or circumstances.

400

What rank insignia does an E-1 have?

There is no rank insignia for an E-1

400

What is distance?

Distance is the space from the chest of one member to the back of another.

400

Who was the founder of JROTC?

The founder of JROTC was Captain Alden Partridge

400

Who salutes an officer in a group of soldiers not in formation?

The first person to see the officer should call the group to attention and everyone should salute.  

400

U.S. Citizens are allow to vote at what age?

At the age of 18.

400

Name the five major terrain features on a military map?

Hill, saddle, valley, ridge, and depression.

425

What are the names of the and positions for the Cadet Battalion Staff?

Battalion Executive Officer: 

Battalion S1:

Battalion S2:

Battalion S3:

Battalion S4:

Battalion S5:


425

What officer rank insignia is reserved for wartime only in the army?

The rank of General of the Army,

425

When given the command “Open Ranks, March”, how many steps are taken by the (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th) squad?

When given the command “Open Ranks, March”, the (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th) squad takes (2 steps, 1 step, and stay at Stand fast, 2 15-inch steps backwards).

425

What agency/branch of Service is available to the governors in case of disaster or a civil disturbance?

The National Guard is available to the governors in case of disaster or a civil disturbance.

425

Enlisted members generally do not exchange salutes, what are some examples of when they would exchange salutes?

When rendering reports in formation. When reporting to an enlisted president of a board

425

What happened on 7 December 1941 in Hawaii?

On 7 December Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor

425

What are the five basic colors on a military map and what do they represent?

Blue – water

Green – vegetation

Brown – contour line/elevation

Black – man-made objects

Red – major roads and