ROTC Drill and Ceremonies

Question 1

What is the primary reference manual for U.S. Army drill and ceremonies?

Accepted Answer

FM 3-21.5

Answer

AR 600-20

Answer

TC 3-21.5

Answer

FM 7-0

Question 2

When a unit is given the command 'Fall In,' soldiers align with how many inches between the chest of one soldier and the back of the soldier in front?

Accepted Answer

40 inches

Answer

12 inches

Answer

36 inches

Answer

24 inches

Question 3

What is the cadence rate for the quick-time march in the U.S. Army?

Accepted Answer

120 steps per minute

Answer

100 steps per minute

Answer

180 steps per minute

Answer

96 steps per minute

Question 4

The command 'Present Arms' requires the rifle to be held in which position?

Accepted Answer

Vertically in front of the body with the muzzle up

Answer

Diagonally across the body at a 45-degree angle

Answer

At a horizontal position across the chest

Answer

Slung over the right shoulder

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the position of 'Parade Rest'?

Accepted Answer

Left foot moved 12 inches to the left, hands clasped behind the back

Answer

Feet together, hands clasped behind the back

Answer

Feet shoulder-width apart, arms crossed in front

Answer

Right foot moved 12 inches to the right, hands at sides

Question 6

During a military formation, who is the person responsible for maintaining dress and alignment within a rank?

Accepted Answer

The base soldier

Answer

The guide

Answer

The file closer

Answer

The sergeant major

Question 7

What is the correct response when a cadet is given the command 'At Ease'?

Accepted Answer

Move freely but remain in place and maintain silence

Answer

Stand silently with feet together and hands behind the back

Answer

Relax completely and talk quietly

Answer

Move the left foot and remain silent with hands behind the back