WorksheetsJROTC Foundations U1C1L3-L4
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 28mins
The U.S. flag has changed many times over the years, partly because _______.
people argued about what design looked best
states, representing stars on the flag, were added to the union
congress passed different laws on how the stars should be arranged on the union
The "Star-Spangled Banner" was written as a poem inspired by ______.
love of the 13 colonies
a battle during the War of 1812
the design of the U.S. flag
If the flag is displayed flat on a wall, where should the union be?
Upper right
Lower right
Upper left
The flag is usually displayed at half-staff ______.
to honor the dead
to honor visiting foreign officials
whenever the national anthem is played
When the U.S. flag is displayed with flags from other nations, the U.S. flag should be ______.
flown higher than other flags
displayed in the center of all the flags
displayed at the same height as other flags
Cadet Barr wears glasses. When she salutes, she should touch the tip of her right forefinger to the upper right edge of her glasses.
true
false
When you are in uniform outside and the national anthem plays, you should stand at attention, salute, and ______.
face the source of the music
remove your hat if you are wearing one
drop your salute after six seconds, but remain at attention
If you are wearing civilian clothes, you do NOT have to ______.
salute an officer
salute while saying the Pledge of Allegiance
stand at attention and salute when the national anthem plays
all of the choices
If you are in a vehicle with an officer, ______ should be the first person to exit the vehicle when you arrive at your destination.
you
the officer
the driver of the vehicle
whoever is on the sidewalk side of traffic
Which of the following situations describe an incorrect way of displaying the United States Flag?
Flags on walls, windows, or buildings are displayed with the union to the observer's upper left.
In parades or processions with other flags, the United States flag is always carried at the far right of a row, or to the front and center a column.
In auditoriums, meeting halls, or chapels, the United States flag is displayed to the speaker's right as they face the audience.
On Memorial Day, the flag is displayed at half-staff until the end of the day when it is raised to the top of the staff, then solemnly lowered.
Prior to an assembly in the gym, you are watching the color guard practice posting the colors. During one of their rehearsals, you observe a new Cadet, not in uniform, stand at attention and render a hand salute as the flag passes him. As a leader who believes in giving positive feedback or making on-the-spot corrections, what do you tell him?
You commend him for showing the flag the proper respect.
You inform the Cadet that the proper procedure for showing respect indoors is to stand at attention and place his hand over his heart as the flag passes.
You inform the Cadet that he should call "Attention," then "Present, Arms" as the flag approaches, then "Order, Arms" after the flag has moved 6 paces past him.
You inform the Cadet that the proper procedure for showing respect indoors, whether in uniform or not, is to stand at attention until the flag is six steps past him.
You have been directed to go to the teacher's lounge to greet a guest speaker for career day, Lieutenant Colonel Jones, and to escort him back to the JROTC Department. Your instructor told you that he will be easy to spot because "He is 6-foot-eight and should be in uniform." When you arrive at the teacher's lounge, you immediately spot LTC Jones but he is in civilian clothes.
You should walk up to him, __________, and say, "_________________ I am here to escort you back to the JROTC Department. Please come with me."
render a hand salute; Lieutenant Colonel Jones,
render a hand salute; Sir, my name is Cadet (your name), and
stand at attention; Lieutenant Colonel Jones,
stand at attention; Colonel Jones, my name is Cadet (your name), and
In what year did the Continental Congress establish the first stars and stripes flag?
1776
1845
1902
1777
What do the stripes on the U.S. flag represent?
The thirteen stripes represent the original thirteen colonies
The blood lost in the Civil War
The thirteen original signers of the Constitution
The first thirteen states to join the Confederacy
What do the colors on the U.S. flag represent?
White represents Northern States; Red represents Southern states; Blue represents the Union
Blue represents hope, purity, and innocence; White represents hardiness and valor; Red represents reverence to God, loyalty, vigilance, perseverance, and justice
White represents death; Red represents rebellion; Blue represents clear skies of freedom
White represents hope, purity, and innocence; Red represents hardiness and valor; Blue represents reverence to God, loyalty, vigilance, perseverance, and justice
When outdoors but not in formation, how and when do you show respect for the flag when you walk past it?
You come to a full stop, come to attention, and render a hand salute.
You should turn your head towards the flag and render a hand salute when you pass within six steps of the flag.
You turn your head towards the flag and render a hand salute when ten steps from the flag, holding the hand salute until you are ten steps past the flag.
None of the above
What is the proper way to raise and lower a U.S. flag?
It should be raised ceremoniously and lowered briskly.
It always should pause at half-mast for a brief moment.
It should be raised and lowered in a hurry to keep it from getting dirty.
It should be raised briskly and lowered ceremoniously.
What is the "union" on the U.S. flag?
The emblem on the flag symbolizing the southern states.
The emblem on the flag symbolizing the northern states.
The emblem on a flag symbolizing unity, such as the blue rectangle and stars on the U.S. flag.
The emblem on a flag symbolizing discord in our nation's history.
When raising and lowering the U.S. flag to half-staff, what is the process?
The flag should be raised to only half-staff and all other flags should be below it.
On both raising and lowering the flag, it must first be raised to its peak position.
Either the U.S. Congress or the President can order the flag to half-staff.
When the flag is flown at half-staff, it is a sign the nation is in mourning.
When displaying the flags of two or more nations, how are they hung?
With the U.S. flag on top
With the U.S. flag below the guest nation's flag
From separate flagstaffs or poles of the same height and size
With the U.S. flag on the right
Where is the U.S. flag carried when in procession with other flags?
The U.S. flag should be on the right of the audience.
The U.S. flag should stand higher than other flags.
The U.S. flag is on the far right of the row of marching persons or in the front and center position if it is in a line of flags.
The U.S. flag should be carried in front of, not in line with, other flags.
T or F: When a flag is properly folded, only the blue field with stars will be visible.
True
False
Who wrote "The Star Spangled Banner"?
Francis Scott Key wrote it in 1814
Martha Washington wrote it in 1777
George Washington wrote it in 1789
Mary Todd Lincoln wrote it in 1861
During an indoor ceremony, Cadets do not salute a flag unless they are under arms. Define the term "under arms".
Wearing shoulder boards or a Class B uniform shirt
Standing in a formation
Carrying a weapon or equipment pertaining to a weapon
Surrounded by others who are carrying sabers
What is the purpose of a cannon salute?
To honor civil or military officials from the U.S. or foreign countries
To memorialize a military official upon his or her death
To alert drivers that a funeral cavalcade will soon be moving
To honor non-commissioned and petty officers
T or F: The President and Vice President receive a 21-gun salute as a matter of courtesy.
true
false
Name three instances under which you must salute.
When you are in uniform and you hear the national anthem; when the colors pass you; during official greetings
During official greetings; during reveille and retreat; during the rendering of honors
When first uncasing or later when casing the colors; when pledging allegiance outdoors and in uniform; when reporting
All of the above
When is it appropriate to call a room to attention?
When those in the room should be silent.
When announcements are made over a public address system.
When the battalion Cadet executive officer enters the room.
When an officer enters the office for the first time each day.
Explain the "position of honor".
Sitting in the center of a head table at a military social function.
A military courtesy of keeping people of senior rank or status to your right while walking or sitting.
The position a senior ranking officer takes as the first person in a receiving line.
Presenting oneself to a person of senior rank.
What are "ruffles and flourishes"?
Fringe on the edge of flags.
A nickname given the gold braid on an officer's dress blue hat.
A drum and bugle salute, usually used to honor military or civilian officials.
Another name for a 21-gun salute.
Behaviors and procedures that were developed over many years are called ______.
standards
courtesies
customs
What is a pennant?
A flag
A ceremony
A part of the staff
Another word for a flagpole is ______.
staff
standard
bombardment
______ is the common spirit or feeling of pride found in the members of a group and inspiring enthusiasm, devotion, and strong regard for the honor of the group.
Patriotism
Courtesies
Esprit de corps
______ is the signal for the start of the official duty day.
Reveille
Rise and shine
Reporting
The guest of honor for your Dining-Out asks, "What's the order in the receiving line?"
"What should you tell her?"
You and your spouse are first, then the host and his spouse, and then the company commanders and their spouses or guests.
The host and his spouse are first, then you and your spouse, and then the company commanders and their spouses or guests.
The host is first, then you and your spouse, then the host's spouse, and then the company commanders and their spouses or guests.
The company commanders and their spouses or guests are first, the host and his spouse are second, and then you and your spouse.
Which of the following should you do when shaking hands?
Stand at attention and only offer your hand when the other person puts their hand out
Stand at attention and only offer your hand when the other person puts their hand out
Maintain eye contact with the person whose hand you are shaking
Look at the other person's name badge so you know their name
Which rule should you follow to receive awards or recognition?
Offer the right hand to receive the award
Offer the left hand to receive the award
Wait to be instructed on how to receive the award
Salute prior to receiving the award
Where should you place a piece of silverware when you are not using it?
Back on the table in the same position
With the tip resting on the plate and the handle on the table
Separated across the top of your plate
Across the bread plate
Where should you place your napkin if you must leave the table during dinner?
To the right of your plate
On your chair
On the floor below your chair
Above your plate
Read the following paragraph and select the most correct option (A-D).
Invitations must be understood by the invitees. The invitees should know what they are being invited for, where it will be held when they should be there, and what they should wear. R.S.V.P. means "please reply," and means that the host or hostess is expecting you unless you notify them otherwise. If you can accept, then you need not to reply, you just need to be there on time.
Replace "understood by the invitees" with "elegant and professional"
Replace "R.S.V.P" with "R.S.V.P. Regrets only"
Replace "what they should wear" with "what they should bring"
Replace "what they should wear" with "where they can send thank-you notes"
T or F: A polite dinner guest touches nothing on the table, not even the napkin, until after the blessing or invocation.
true
false
T or F: It is acceptable after you have declined an invitation because of other obligations, to call back and accept the invitation if your other obligation changes.
true
false
T or F: It is appropriate to be "fashionably late" (up to 30 minutes) for formal dinners.
true
false
T or F: Your first responsibility upon arriving at a party is to greet the host or hostess.
true
false
T or F: When planning a military ball, thank you notes must be sent to special guests, to organizations sponsoring the event, and to those who provided services or entertainment.
true
false
You shouldn't ______ or take control of a conversation.
sorbet
repast
protocol
monopolize
A formal military dinner to which non-military guests are invited is known as ______.
Dining-In
Dining-Out
comradeship
martial
______ are widespread customs accepted as socially correct ways of acting.
Manners
Etiquette
Protocol
Foundations
A military officer, the school principal, or a government official (such as a senator or mayor), are ______ at a JROTC Cadet Ball or Dining-In event.
hosts
important
dignitaries
not invited
