FMF Marine Corps Customs, Courtesies, and Traditions 2

Question 1

What does the bugle call 'Reveille' signify on a Marine Corps installation?

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The call signaling the start of the official duty day and the raising of the National Colors

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The signal to cease all training for the day

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The call to formation for morning physical training

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The signal for evening mess

Question 2

What does 'Taps' signify in Marine Corps tradition?

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The end of the duty day and lights out, also played at military funerals to honor the fallen

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The call to attention when a senior officer approaches

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The signal to begin evening formation

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The morning call to quarters

Question 3

On what date is the Marine Corps birthday celebrated annually?

Accepted Answer

November 10

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October 13

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July 4

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September 15

Question 4

At the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, who traditionally receives the first and second pieces of birthday cake?

Accepted Answer

The oldest Marine present and the youngest Marine present

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The commanding officer and the executive officer

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The guest of honor and the commanding officer

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The senior enlisted advisor and the junior enlisted Marine

Question 5

What is the 'Blood Stripe' worn on Marine dress blue trousers, and who is authorized to wear it?

Accepted Answer

A scarlet stripe worn by Corporals and above, commemorating Marines who fell at Chapultepec

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A red stripe worn by all active-duty Marines on all uniforms

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A gold stripe worn exclusively by General Officers

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A blue stripe authorized only for Staff NCOs

Question 6

During the playing of the National Anthem or 'To the Colors' outdoors, what should a Marine in uniform do?

Accepted Answer

Face the flag or the direction of the music and render a hand salute

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Stand at parade rest facing the direction of the flag

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Stand at attention but withhold the salute until the final note

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Continue movement and only salute if directly passing the flagpole

Question 7

What is a 'Mess Night' in Marine Corps tradition?

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A formal regimental dinner celebrating unit history, camaraderie, and Marine Corps traditions

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An informal dining event restricted to enlisted Marines

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A mandatory weekly dining event for all ranks

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A field mess exercise conducted during combat training