ym basics
Q: What is the name of the youth program we are learning about?
A: The Young Marines.
Q: What does the “D” in the Young Marines core values stand for?
A: Discipline.
Q: What is the command used to start marching?
A: “Forward, march!”
Q: What exercise is used to build arm strength?
A: Push‑ups.
Q: What is the Marine Corps birthday?
A: November 10, 1775.
Q: What branch of the military inspired the Young Marines?
A: The United States Marine Corps.
Q: What does the “T” in the core values stand for?
A: Teamwork
Q: What is the command used to stop marching?
A: “Halt!”
Q: What exercise is used to build core strength?
A: Sit‑ups.
Q: What is the Marine Corps motto?
A: “Semper Fidelis” (Always Faithful).
Q: What color shirt do Young Marines usually wear with their uniform? for big events? hint its not green
A: Red.
Q: What does the “L” in the core values stand for?
A: Leadership.
Q: What is the position where you stand still and quiet?
A: Attention.
Q: What activity helps improve running endurance?
A: Jogging.
Q: What is the Marine Corps dress uniform called?
A: Dress Blues.
Q: What is the Young Marines motto?
A: “Strengthening the lives of America’s youth.”
Q: What is one thing good leaders always try to do?
A: Set a positive example.
Q: What is the position where you can relax but still listen?
A: Parade rest.
Q: What is important to do before exercising?
A: Stretch.
Q: What animal is the Marine Corps mascot?
A: The bulldog.
Q: What is the highest rank a Young Marine can earn?
A: Young Marine Master Gunnery Sergeant.
Q: What is teamwork?
A: Working together to reach a goal.
Q: What foot do you step off with when marching?
A: The left foot.
Q: What is the name of the test Young Marines take to measure fitness?
A: The Physical Fitness Test (PFT).
Q: What is the name of the Marine Corps boot camp location in California?
A: MCRD San Diego.