ROTC Drill and Ceremonies 3

Question 1

In a platoon formation, who typically carries the guidon?

Accepted Answer

A designated guidon bearer (typically a junior enlisted soldier)

Answer

The platoon sergeant

Answer

The senior squad leader

Answer

The platoon leader

Question 2

What is the purpose of 'Dress Right Dress'?

Accepted Answer

To align soldiers laterally within a rank

Answer

To inspect uniforms before a ceremony

Answer

To prepare for a right-face movement

Answer

To bring a formation to attention

Question 3

What is the step length for the half-step march?

Accepted Answer

15 inches

Answer

6 inches

Answer

12 inches

Answer

18 inches

Question 4

What does the command 'Fall Out' mean in a military drill context?

Accepted Answer

Soldiers move out of the formation but remain nearby in a relaxed position

Answer

Soldiers disperse completely and are released

Answer

Soldiers assume the parade rest position

Answer

Soldiers execute an about face

Question 5

Which movement is a 180-degree turn executed while marching, used to reverse direction without halting?

Accepted Answer

To the Rear, March

Answer

About Face

Answer

Counter March

Answer

Rear March

Question 6

During a change of command ceremony, when is the organizational colors transferred?

Accepted Answer

When the outgoing commander passes the colors to the senior officer, who passes them to the incoming commander

Answer

Before the troops pass in review

Answer

After the outgoing commander gives remarks

Answer

At the beginning of the ceremony before any commands are given

Question 7

What is the correct position of the feet when executing 'Attention' from 'At Ease'?

Accepted Answer

Heels together, toes pointed out at a 45-degree angle

Answer

Feet together, toes pointing forward

Answer

Feet shoulder-width apart, toes forward

Answer

Left foot moves to meet the right foot, toes at 30 degrees