Military Drill and Ceremonies 4

Question 1

What is the prescribed interval between soldiers when marching in a column formation?

Accepted Answer

40 inches from head to chest

Answer

The distance between soldiers in a column (front to back) is 40 inches, measured from the back of one soldier's head to the chest of the soldier behind.

Question 2

In a company-sized formation, what is the role of the first sergeant during Retreat?

Accepted Answer

Forms the unit and transfers command to the commander

Answer

The first sergeant forms the unit and then transfers control of the formation to the company commander for the retreat ceremony.

Question 3

What is the correct action when 'Colors' are passed within six paces of a soldier not in formation?

Accepted Answer

Stop, face the colors, and render the hand salute

Answer

When Colors pass within six paces, a soldier not in formation faces the colors and renders the hand salute until they pass.

Question 4

What command is used to face a unit to the left while they are at the halt?

Accepted Answer

Left Face

Answer

Left Face is the command that causes the unit to rotate 90 degrees to the left while standing at the halt.

Question 5

When executing 'About Face,' on which foot is the pivot made?

Accepted Answer

Right heel and left ball of foot simultaneously

Answer

About Face is executed by pivoting on the right heel and the ball of the left foot simultaneously to turn 180 degrees.

Military Practice Test

Military Practice Test

Military Drill and Ceremonies 4