Techniques and Skills
Equipment
Famous Winter Guards
Terminology
DCI
100
This basic move involves spinning a flag in a circular motion around the body.
What is a drop spin
100
This is the most common piece of equipment used in color guard, typically made of fabric.
What is a flag
100
Fusion winter guard was founded in what year
A) 1989
B)1991
C) 1990
What is 1990
100
This term refers to the act of spinning a flag or rifle during a performance.
What is Spin
100
This guard from California is known for its innovative performances and has won multiple WGI championships, often pushing creative boundaries.
A) Blue Devils
B) Phantom Regiment
C) Blue Knights
What is Blue Devils
200
The term for the action of throwing a flag into the air and catching it.
What is a toss
200
This type of equipment resembles a sword and is often used for theatrical performances in color guard.
What is a Saber
200
What Winter Guard is this 
What is avon
200
This term describes a specific set of movements, often emphasizing storytelling.
What is a show or performance
200
This drum corps, with a rich history since 1956, is famous for its “Phantom of the Opera” show and is based in Rockford, Illinois.
A) Blue Nights
B) The Cadets
C) Phantom Regiment
What is Phantom Regiment
300
This technique helps a guard member maintain their balance while performing intricate movements.
What is stability
300
These lightweight wooden or fiberglass poles are used to spin and toss during performances.
What are rifles
300
AMP Has done many amazing shows, Put their last three shows in the correct order,
The Rabbit the Hatter the Queen
Coven
Why So Serious
What is
Why so Serious 2022
The Rabbit the Hatter the Queen 2023
Coven 2024
300
This refers to the visual elements and staging of a performance, including the arrangement of performers and props.
What is staging or drill
300
Known for its high-energy performances and distinctive blue uniforms, this corps is based in Orlando, Florida.
A) Cadets
B) Blue Nights
C) Santa Clara Vanguard
What is Blue Nights
400
This term refers to the alignment and posture of a performer’s body during a routine.
What is body placement
400
This equipment is used to enhance visual effects and is typically made from sequins or other shiny materials.
What are uniforms
400
Fusion Has done many amazing shows, Put their last three shows in the correct order,
The Beat
So Fair, So Sweet, So Sharp
The Great Green room
What is
The Great Green Room 2022
The Beat 2023
So Fair, So Sweet, So Sharp 2024
400
This term refers to the use of specific counts in music to dictate the timing of movements, ensuring synchronization among performers.
What is counting
400
This legendary drum corps from Indiana is famous for its strong visual programs and has won numerous DCI championships.
A) Bushwackers
B) Raiders
C) Cadets
What is cadets
500
This skill involves coordinating movements with a team, often requiring awareness of spacing and timing.
What is ensemble or group flag work
500
This is the protective covering used for flags when not in use, often featuring a pocket for storage.
What is a flag bag
500
This prestigious location is where hundreds of different color guard compete for a championship tital in WGI
What is Dayton Ohio
500
This technique involves the seamless transition between different movements or equipment during a routine, ensuring fluidity and continuity.
What is a transition
500
The Bushwackers were founded in this year, marking the beginning of their competitive journey in DCI.
A) 1989
B)1987
C) 1984
What is 1984