Drill and Ceremony Quiz

What FM covers Drill and Ceremony?

• FM 7-22

• FM 3-21.5

• FM 4-25.12

• FM 3-05.70

What is the primary purpose of drill?

• To make soldiers march in sync

• To enable movement of a unit in an orderly manner and instill discipline

• To prepare soldiers for combat training

• To increase fitness levels

What are the two parts of most drill commands?

• Initiation command and response command

• Command of execution and preparatory command

• Marching command and standing command

• Verbal command and written command

What are the three methods used to teach drill?

• Repetition, Demonstration, Execution

• Step-by-step, By the numbers, Talk-through method

• Marching, Calling cadence, Positioning

• Group instruction, Individual instruction, Drill formations

How many steps does each rank take when a platoon is given the command of Open Ranks?

• First rank takes one step forward, second rank stands fast, third rank takes two steps back

• First rank takes two steps forward, second rank takes one step forward, third rank stands fast, fourth rank takes two 15-inch steps to the rear

• First rank takes three steps forward, second rank takes two steps forward, third rank stands fast, fourth rank takes one step back

• First rank takes two steps forward, second rank takes one step back, third rank takes one step forward, fourth rank stands fast

What command is given to reverse the direction of a march?

• About Face

• Counter March

• Rear March

• Reverse March

What are the four rest positions at the halt?

• Rest, At Ease, Stand at Ease, Parade Rest

• Parade Rest, Attention, Stand Ready, Quick Rest

• At Ease, Quick Halt, Parade Rest, Fall Out

• Halt, Stand Down, Parade Rest, Relax

What foot is your leading foot when marching?

• Right foot

• Left foot

• Either foot

• It depends on the drill command

What is the purpose of enabling movement of a unit in an orderly manner?

• To increase speed

• To enable movement of a unit in an orderly manner and instill discipline

• To reduce noise

• To improve communication

What is the command of execution and preparatory command?

• Final command

• Command of execution and preparatory command

• Initial command

• Secondary command