Riverhead NS1 Basic Knowledge Test 2

In platoon drill, the base squad for maintaining alignment while halted or marching in column is normally the:

• First Squad Leader

• The Platoon Commander

• Third (Right) Squad

• Second Squad

What is the insignia for Petty Officer First Class?

• A gold eagle perched upon an anchor

• A silver eagle perched upon two chevrons

• A silver eagle perched on three chevrons

• Two Silver diagonal lines

When the command, "Forward, March" is given, the first step taken must always be on the right foot

• True

• False

When executing an oblique movement in a platoon:

• The whole platoon pivots 90 degrees

• The squad leaders pivot the same as in a column left

• The whole platoon pivots 45 degrees

• The whole platoon pivots 270 degrees

When in a squad, what is the only command that can not be given when the squad is at the position of parade rest?

• "Squad, At Ease"

• "Hand Salute"

• "Squad, Attention"

What is the measurement for service stars on the Naval Service Uniform?

• 1/8 inch above ribbons

• 1/4 inch above ribbons

• 1/4 inch above name tag

• 1/2 inch above ribbons

Select the ribbon of the highest Precedence ("priority or importance")

• Sea Cruise

• Academic Award

• Exemplary Conduct

• Distinguished Cadet

Which command is given to return the platoon to attention when the platoon is at Dress Right Dress?

• "Platoon, Attention"

• "Ready Front"

• "Squad, Halt"

• "Platoon, At Ease"

What is an E-8 in the Navy?

• Chief Petty Officer

• Petty Officer First Class

• Ensign

• Senior Chief Petty Officer

When the the command "Hand Salute" is given, only the squad leaders salute.

• True

• False