TAB A: Private/E-2 and Private First Class/E-3 Question Bank.
Cadets will be asked to respond to their Basic Cadet Knowledge (“22 Questions”) and
recite the Cadet Creed.
TAB B: Corporal/ E-4 Question Bank
Cadets will perform Drill and Ceremony stationary movements and conduct marching
movements for a squad element. Truly outstanding LET I cadets may earn an accelerated
promotion to Corporal/E-4 by successfully taking the Sergeant/E5 test after becoming a
Private/E2.
Cadets will be asked a minimum of 15 questions and a maximum of 40. This will be
dictated by the Battalion Command Sergeant Major and or Battalion Commander.
1) What is the mission of JROTC?
 To motivate young people to be better citizens
2) You are allowed to be in uniform with hair colors that are not natural.
 False
3) Are Male’s allowed to wear earrings in uniform.
 False
4) Are Female’s allowed to wear earrings in uniform.
 True
5) You are allowed to wear a watch or nameplate around your wrist.
 True
6) Name three things prohibited in class B uniform.
 Tattoos
 Nail Polish
 Skin Brands
 Beard
 Earrings
 Cosmetics
 Hair Touching Collar
7) Name three things prohibited in class B uniform for Females.
 Tattoos
 Non- natural hair
 Nails no longer then ¼ inch
 Unnatural makeup
 Hair Touching Collar
8) What type of earrings are females allowed to wear in uniform?
 Post or Stud earrings no larger than ¼ inch in lower lobe portion of ear.
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9) What is the limit of a Cadet’s fingernails?
 No longer than ¼ inch
 No designs
 No two- tone
10) Who is the S.A.I.?
 LTC Alan Maitland
11) What does S.A.I. stand for?
 Senior Army Instructor
12) Recite The Cadet Creed
“I am an Army Junior ROTC Cadet…”
13) One of the goals for Cadets is to graduate from High School?
 True
14) One of the goals in JROTC for Cadets is to graduate from high school.
 True
15) What are the 3 main structures that make up the pyramid of authority?
 Chain of Command
 Span of control
 Unity of command
16) What is the pyramid of authority?
 Set levels of individual and group responsibility
17) What is the significance of rank?
 To designate a relative position or degree of value in a graded group
18) Who is the Commander-in-Chief?
 The Honorable President Barack H. Obama
19) Recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
“I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic
for which it stands: one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for
all.”
20) At least how many platoons must be present to considered to be a company?
 Two
21) How many squads are in a platoon?
 A minimum of two
22) How many stars are on the American Flag?
 50 stars
23) How many stripes does the American Flag possess?
 13 stripes (7 red, 6 white)
24) Describe the Pleasanton Unit Crest and what each of the symbols represent?
 The crest TO BE DESIGNED.
25) Who is your Army Instructor?
 1SG Arturo Arce
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26) What are the two main divisions of Individual awards?
 Institutional and National awards
27) What are the categories of Individual awards?
 Academic, Athletic, Military, Miscellaneous
28) Define the term L.E.T.
 Leadership Education Training
29) Define the term J.R.O.T.C.
 Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps.
30) Name and describe the Enlisted Ranks in order.
 “E-1, slicksleeve…E-2, Private, one chevron…”
31) Name and describe the Officer Ranks in order.
 “O-1, 2nd Lieutenant, one disc…O-2, 1st Lieut., two discs…”
32) What is the difference between Parade REST and Stand-At EASE.
- Parade REST is the command to move the LEFT foot 10-inches from the right
foot and the head should be snapped straight, while Stand-At EASE is similar
but keeping the head and eyes focused on the commander until he/she is no
longer in sight, at which point the head is snapped forward.
33) Execute Right FACE, Left FACE, and About FACE.
34) Execute half left FACE and half right FACE.
35) Name, explain, and demonstrate the hand salutes in the following situations:
- Headgear with a visor
 Arms parallel to the ground, Fingers extended and joined
 Doesn’t show either side of their hand
 Tip of the forefingers touching the visor rim
- No Headgear/ Glasses
 Arms parallel to the ground, Fingers extended and joined
 Doesn’t show either side of their hand
 Tip of forefinger is touching the edge of the glasses
- No Visor/No Glasses
 Arms parallel to the ground, Fingers extended and joined
 Doesn’t show either side of their hand
 Tip of forefinger is touching slightly to the right of the right eyebrow
36) Where does the commander always face when giving commands at a halt?
 the troops/formation
37) Where does the commander ALWAYS move his head when giving commands
while marching?
 Towards the formation
38) What are two prescribed formations a squad could fall in?
 Line (or rank) and column (or file)
39) Define the term “inflection” and give an example.
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 the rise and fall in the pitch of a voice; atennnn…..TION!
40) Define the term “equality”.
 Listening and being fair to others
41) How many counts are in the hand salute movement?
 One
42) What insignia does an enlisted Cadet wear on the garrison cap?
 the JROTC Insignia
43) What is the command for revoking a preparatory command?
 “As you were.”
44) What is the color of the HUD insignia and where is it worn?
 Yellow; right side 1/4 of an inch above the name tag, 1/8 of an inch under
the school crest
45) Define the term “favoritism.”
 The showing of special favors
46) Male Cadets are allowed to have facial hair if it is well groomed and in good
taste.
 False
47) How many commands do most drill commands have?
 Two parts: The preparatory command and the command of execution
48) What is the size of the post flag?
 10 by 19 feet
49) What is the terminal rank of a JROTC Company Commander?
 Cadet Captain
50) Define the term “respect.”
 Recognizing the inherent dignity and worth of all people; treating others
the way you wish to be treated
51) Recite the winning colors.
 Brown, Blue, Green, Red
52) What do the stripes on the United States flag represent?
 The 13 original colonies
53) Define the term “personal courage.”
 Physical courage is overcoming fears of bodily harm while performing
your duty. Moral courage is overcoming fears of other than bodily harm
while doing what is right, even if unpopular.
54) What does the acronym L.D.R.S.H.I.P stand for?
They are the Seven Army Values
 L – Loyalty
 D – Duty
 R – Respect
 S - Selfless Service
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55)
56)
57)
58)
59)
60)
61)
62)
63)
64)
65)
66)
67)
 H – Honesty
 I - Integrity
 P – Personal Courage
Name how many flags there are and what they are called.
 There are 3; Garrison, Post, and Storm
How are ribbons worn on females in uniform?
 Centered on the left side with the bottom row parallel to the bottom edge
of the nameplate.
What does CPS stand for?
 Classroom Performance System
What is the Double Bubble Map used for?
 Compare and Contrast
What is the Tree Map used for?
 Classifying and Categorizing
What is the Circle Map used for?
 Brainstorming
What is the purpose of thinking maps?
 To aid in the thinking process by providing a visual aid
What is the S-2?
 Safety Security Officer, and Automation Officer
What is the S-3?
 Operations Officer
What is the S-1?
 Adjutant Officer
What is the S-5?
 Public Affairs Officer
What is the S-4?
 Logistics Officer
What is the S-6?
 Recruiting and Webmaster Officer
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TAB C: C/SGT Question bank.
I. Cadets will perform Drill and Ceremony by conducting designated marching
movements for a squad element.
II. Cadets must know all Sergeant/E-5 Cadet knowledge plus all E-1 through E-4.
The Sergeant (E-5) promotion test will be CPS generated and will include
questions from the following JROTC curriculum:
A. Moving Up In Army JROTC- Rank and Structure
1. Know the ‘Target’ Rank corresponding to all JROTC positions.
2. Although not complete, the following points may be questions:
(a) A subdivision of a military regiment or battalion that constitutes the lowest
administrative unit. It is usually under the command of a captain and is made
up of at least two platoons is a company.
(b) Subdivisions of a company-size unit normally consisting of two or more
squads or sections; the leader is usually a second lieutenant is a platoon.
(c) A unit made up of two or more companies or batteries and a headquarters
that is commanded by a lieutenant colonel, is the smallest unit to have staff,
and is administratively self-sufficient is a battalion.
(d) The smallest units in the Army organization composed of a varying number
of personal, depending on the type of element, and led by a noncommissioned
officer is squad.
(e) A person lower in rank or grade is subordinate.
(f) The order of persons next in line for an office or rank that is held by another
is succession.
(g) A group of people approximating one-half of a squad and normally led by a
junior noncommissioned officer is a team.
B. Your Personal Appearance and Uniform
1. Know your “22” Questions. , and select the correct answer.
2. Although not complete, the following points may be questions:
(a) What are the rules for placement of awards, insignias, and decorations?
(b) What course of action should you take to teach the Cadet how to properly
conduct a pre-inspection?
(c) A black belt with a brass buckle must be worn with a Class A uniform even
though the belt does not show.
(d) How is the garrison cap positioned on the head?
(e) How much jewelry is a female Cadet allowed to wear?
(f) Who is responsible for inspecting the uniform prior to a formal inspection?
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(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
(k)
What is the standard for a male Cadet's hair style?
What is the standard for a female Cadet's hair style?
Name three factors that affect personal appearance.
When wearing shoulder cords, where is the ferrule positioned?
What is the purpose of wearing white t-shirts beneath Class A and B uniform
shirts?
(l) Name three elements of good grooming.
(m) When wearing individual awards, it is NOT appropriate to wear the ribbon
and the medal for the same award at the same time.
C. The Stars and Stripes
1. Know the history of the United States Flag.
2. Know how the United States Flag is properly displayed.
3. Know how to show proper respect for the United States Flag-both indoors and
outdoors and in uniform and out of uniform.
4. Know the three most common types and sizes of United States Flags and when it
is appropriate to display it.
5. Know what the stripes and colors on the U.S. flag represent.
6. The original Pledge of Allegiance was written in 1892. Congress officially
recognized the pledge in 1942.
7. Know the proper way to raise and lower a U.S. flag to include the protocol for
raising a flag to half mast in tribute to a deceased person.
8. A U.S. flag may NOT be buried with a casket.
9. When the Colors are past a unit in formation, what command does a commander
give to end a hand salute, and when is the command given?
D. Squad Drill
1. Know Chapter 6, TC 3-21.5, Squad Drill—a copy of this Chapter was provided
to all squad leaders.
2.
Know the meaning of basic drill terms and commands such as "line", "flank",
"column", “rank”, "double interval", "file", "close interval", "formation", "pivot",
"Normal interval, march", "Dress right, dress", "Column right (left), march",
"Fall in", "Column half right (left), march", "Fall out", "Count off", "Rear,
march", “Dismissed", "Incline, around left (right)", and "Right (left) flank,
march",
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TAB D: C/SSG Question Bank.
I.
II.
Cadets will perform Drill and Ceremony by conducting designated marching
movements for a squad and platoon element.
Cadets must know all E-1 through E-5 Cadet knowledge The Sergeant (E-5)
promotion test will be CPS generated and will include questions from the
following JROTC curriculum:
A. Moving Up In Army JROTC- Rank and Structure
1. Know the ‘Target’ Rank corresponding to all JROTC positions.
2. Although not complete, the following points may be questions:
(a) A subdivision of a military regiment or battalion that constitutes the lowest
administrative unit. It is usually under the command of a captain and is made
up of at least two platoons is a company.
(b) Subdivisions of a company-size unit normally consisting of two or more
squads or sections; the leader is usually a second lieutenant is a platoon.
(c) A unit made up of two or more companies or batteries and a headquarters that
is commanded by a lieutenant colonel, is the smallest unit to have staff, and is
administratively self-sufficient is a battalion.
(d) The smallest units in the Army organization composed of a varying number
of personal, depending on the type of element, and led by a noncommissioned
officer is squad.
(e) A person lower in rank or grade is subordinate.
(f) The order of persons next in line for an office or rank that is held by another
is succession.
(g) A group of people approximating one-half of a squad and normally led by a
junior noncommissioned officer is a team.
B. Your Personal Appearance and Uniform
1. Know your “22” Questions. , and select the correct answer.
2. Although not complete, the following points may be questions:
(n) What are the rules for placement of awards, insignias, and decorations?
(o) What course of action should you take to teach the Cadet how to properly
conduct a pre-inspection?
(p) A black belt with a brass buckle must be worn with a Class A uniform even
though the belt does not show.
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(q)
(r)
(s)
(t)
(u)
(v)
(w)
(x)
How is the garrison cap positioned on the head?
How much jewelry is a female Cadet allowed to wear?
Who is responsible for inspecting the uniform prior to a formal inspection?
What is the standard for a male Cadet's hair style?
What is the standard for a female Cadet's hair style?
Name three factors that affect personal appearance.
When wearing shoulder cords, where is the ferrule positioned?
What is the purpose of wearing white t-shirts beneath Class A and B uniform
shirts?
(y) Name three elements of good grooming.
(z) When wearing individual awards, it is NOT appropriate to wear the ribbon
and the medal for the same award at the same time.
C. The Stars and Stripes
1. Know the history of the United States Flag.
2. Know how the United States Flag is properly displayed.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Know how to show proper respect for the United States Flag-both indoors and
outdoors and in uniform and out of uniform.
Know the three most common types and sizes of United States Flags and when it
is appropriate to display it.
Know what the stripes and colors on the U.S. flag represent.
The original Pledge of Allegiance was written in 1892. Congress officially
recognized the pledge in 1942.
Know the proper way to raise and lower a U.S. flag to include the protocol for
raising a flag to half mast in tribute to a deceased person.
A U.S. flag may NOT be buried with a casket.
When the Colors are past a unit in formation, what command does a commander
give to end a hand salute, and when is the command given?
D. Squad Drill
1. Know Chapter 6, TC 3-21.5, Squad Drill—a copy of this Chapter was provided to
all squad leaders.
2.
Know the meaning of basic drill terms and commands such as "line", "flank",
"column", “rank”, "double interval", "file", "close interval", "formation", "pivot",
"Normal interval, march", "Dress right, dress", "Column right (left), march", "Fall
in", "Column half right (left), march", "Fall out", "Count off", "Rear, march",
“Dismissed", "Incline, around left (right)", and "Right (left) flank, march.”
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E. Platoon Drill
1. Know Chapter 6 and 7, TC 3-21.5, Squad and Platoon Drill.
2. Know the meaning of basic drill terms and commands.
3. Know positioning as it relates to platoon and company formations.
4.
Know the four basic movements in marching the platoon.
TAB E: Sergeant First Class (E-7) & Master Sergeant/First Sergeant (E-8)
Question Bank.
Cadets must know all E-7 questions plus all E-1 through E-6.
I.
II.
Cadets will perform Drill and Ceremony by conducting designated marching
movements for a platoon element for Sergeant First Class (SFC) and a
company element for MSG and First Sergeants.
Cadets must know all E-1 through E-6 Cadet knowledge The Sergeant First
Class (E-7)/ Master Sergeant/First Sergeant promotion test will be CPS
generated and will include questions from the following JROTC curriculum:
A. Moving Up In Army JROTC- Rank and Structure
1. Know the ‘Target’ Rank corresponding to all JROTC positions.
2. Although not complete, the following points may be questions:
(a) A subdivision of a military regiment or battalion that constitutes the lowest
administrative unit. It is usually under the command of a captain and is made up
of at least two platoons is a company.
(b) Subdivisions of a company-size unit normally consisting of two or more squads or
sections; the leader is usually a second lieutenant is a platoon.
(c) A unit made up of two or more companies or batteries and a headquarters that is
commanded by a lieutenant colonel, is the smallest unit to have staff, and is
administratively self-sufficient is a battalion.
(d) The smallest units in the Army organization composed of a varying number of
personal, depending on the type of element, and led by a noncommissioned
officer is squad.
(e) A person lower in rank or grade is subordinate.
(f) The order of persons next in line for an office or rank that is held by another is
succession.
(g) A group of people approximating one-half of a squad and normally led by a
junior noncommissioned officer is a team.
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B. Your Personal Appearance and Uniform
1. Know your “22” Questions. , and select the correct answer.
2. Although not complete, the following points may be questions:
(a) What are the rules for placement of awards, insignias, and decorations?
(b) What course of action should you take to teach the Cadet how to properly
conduct a pre-inspection?
(c) A black belt with a brass buckle must be worn with a Class A uniform even
though the belt does not show.
(d) How is the garrison cap positioned on the head?
(e) How much jewelry is a female Cadet allowed to wear?
(f) Who is responsible for inspecting the uniform prior to a formal inspection?
(g) What is the standard for a male Cadet's hair style?
(h) What is the standard for a female Cadet's hair style?
(i) Name three factors that affect personal appearance.
(j) When wearing shoulder cords, where is the ferrule positioned?
(k) What is the purpose of wearing white t-shirts beneath Class A and B uniform
shirts?
(l) Name three elements of good grooming.
(m) When wearing individual awards, it is NOT appropriate to wear the ribbon
and the medal for the same award at the same time.
C. The Stars and Stripes
1. Know the history of the United States Flag.
2. Know how the United States Flag is properly displayed.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Know how to show proper respect for the United States Flag-both indoors and
outdoors and in uniform and out of uniform.
Know the three most common types and sizes of United States Flags and when it
is appropriate to display it.
Know what the stripes and colors on the U.S. flag represent.
The original Pledge of Allegiance was written in 1892. Congress officially
recognized the pledge in 1942.
Know the proper way to raise and lower a U.S. flag to include the protocol for
raising a flag to half mast in tribute to a deceased person.
A U.S. flag may NOT be buried with a casket.
When the Colors are past a unit in formation, what command does a commander
give to end a hand salute, and when is the command given?
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D. Squad Drill
1. Know Chapter 6, TC 3-21.5, Squad Drill—a copy of this Chapter was provided to
all squad leaders.
2. Know the meaning of basic drill terms and commands such as "line", "flank",
"column", “rank”, "double interval", "file", "close interval", "formation", "pivot",
"Normal interval, march", "Dress right, dress", "Column right (left), march", "Fall
in", "Column half right (left), march", "Fall out", "Count off", "Rear, march",
“Dismissed", "Incline, around left (right)", and "Right (left) flank, march.”
E. Platoon Drill
1. Know Chapters 6 and 7, TC 3-21.5, Squad and Platoon Drill.
2. Know the meaning of basic drill terms and commands.
3. Know positioning as it relates to platoon and company formations.
4.
Know the four basic movements in marching the platoon.
F. Company Drill
1. Know Chapter s 6, 7, and 8 TC 3-21.5, Squad, Platoon, and Company Drill.
2. Know the meaning of basic drill terms and commands.
3. Know positioning as it relates to platoon and company formations.
4. Know the four basic movements in marching the platoon.
TAB G: C/Officer Question Bank.
These questions will be created by the Battalion Commander every year. He or She may
refer to previous questions located in the Continuity Book, however they are encouraged to
create their own. The questions will be approved by the SAI. The Battalion Commander
should utilize the LET III book and the Leadership Application and Theory book for
inspiration in writing their questions.
The Officer promotion board questions will be similar in nature to the Officer of the Year
questions. They will be situational and designed to allow the Board a good understanding
of how the leader responds to certain situations, why and how they came to their decisions,
and of the values, priorities, and methods of the leader.
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FORM A: Company Recommendation List
PROMOTIONS
#
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
For the testing period ___________ (See Timeline - Annex K) the following cadets are
recommended for promotion to the designated rank by the undersigned.
Last Name, First
LET Level
Current Rank (abbr.)
Rank to be Tested
TESTIMONY
These cadets should be promoted for the following reasons:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5…etc.
#
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PROMOTION DENIALS
If any cadets in your span of control are being denied promotion at this time, list their
names and indicate why.
Last Name, First
LET Level
Current Rank
1.
2.
3.
4.
5…etc.
I, C/RNK ____NAME______, have reviewed this list and submit these names to the
Cadet Battalion Commander to be reviewed and entered as an Official Record by the
Battalion S-1.
__________________________
Signature
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Today’s Date
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FORM B: Battalion Recommendation List
For the testing period ending 00 Month Year the following Cadets are submitted for
approval by the Battalion Commander to the Senior Army Instructor and Army Instructor
to take their designated promotion test.
If a Cadet is refused the chance to advance, his or her name will be crossed out and
signing indicates approval for the remaining cadets.
A. Co.
Last, First; CURRENTTARGET
B. Co.
C. Co.
D. Co.
________________________________
C/LTC First M Last
Battalion Commander
___________________________
Date
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - FINAL APPROVAL- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
________________________________
Arturo G. Arce
1SG, USA (Retired)
Army Instructor
___________________________
Date
________________________________
Alan W. Maitland
LTC, USA (Retired)
Senior Army Instructor
___________________________
Date
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TAB C: Drill Sequence
1.
General Instructions
b. Drill will be performed in accordance with TC 3-21.5.
c. Squad leaders and platoon sergeants will drill their assigned element. The
Supply Sergeant will be assigned an element to drill by the SAI or AI.
Additional cadets may be added to any formation at the discretion of the
SAI or AI.
d. Squad leaders and platoon sergeants will be evaluated on how well they
march their assigned element. (see Form C: Drill and Ceremonies
Evaluation Worksheet)
2. Drill Sequence: The following drill sequence will be used for the drill phase
evaluation by both squad leaders and platoon sergeants:
MOVEMENT
FALL IN
DRESS RIGHT DRESS
READY FRONT
PRESENT ARMS
ORDER ARMS
LEFT FACE
ABOUT FACE
FORWARD MARCH
COLUMN LEFT MARCH
LEFT FLANK MARCH
RIGHT FLANK MARCH
COLUMN RIGHT MARCH
RIGHT FLANK MARCH
LEFT FLANK MARCH
COLUMN RIGHT MARCH
REAR MARCH
REAR MARCH
COLUMN RIGHT MARCH
COLUMN LEFT MARCH
COLUMN LEFT MARCH
SQUAD OR PLATOON HALT
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FORM D: Drill and Ceremonies Evaluation Worksheet
1. General: A total of 50 points is the maximum possible for this requirement. A
cadet leader must score a minimum of 43 points to receive a “Go” score on the
Drill & Ceremonies Phase of the Promotion Board.
2. Evaluation Worksheet:
CADET LEADER CONTROL (Maximum 10 points)
Command Voice (2 points)
Proper Commands (2 points)
Cadence/Timing (2 points)
Position/Military Bearing (2 points)
Followed Prescribed Sequence (2 points)
UNIT DRESS/ALIGNMENT (Maximum 10 points)
Stationary (5 Points)
Marching (5 Points)
UNIT DRESS/EXECUTION/RESPONSE (Maximum 20 points)
Synchronized Unit Response (5 Points)
Correct Facing Movements (5 Points)
Correct Marching Movements (5 Points)
Proper Marching Step/Cadence (5 Points)
OVERALL PERFORMANCE (Maximum 10 points)
Military Bearing (5 points)
All Required Movements Performed ( 5 Points)
TOTAL SCORE
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