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Cadet Study Guide_as of 4 Dec 2025

Total questions: 84

Worksheet time: 41mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which best defines military courtesy in the Armed Forces?

a)

Respect and consideration toward other personnel

b)

Strict obedience to every verbal command given

c)

Formal greetings used only during ceremonies

d)

Silence maintained in presence of superiors

2.

What is the correct action when the flag is lowered?

a)

Stand at attention and salute if in uniform

b)

Continue walking while briefly removing hat

c)

Bow head silently without stopping movement

d)

Face away to avoid blocking the view

3.

What does it signify when the flag is at half-staff?

a)

A training exercise is underway

b)

A weather warning is in effect

c)

A change of command is occurring

d)

A sign of mourning is being observed

4.

What is cited as the key to success in the JROTC program?

a)

Teamwork among cadets and leaders

b)

Strict individual competitiveness

c)

Advanced physical conditioning

d)

High test scores in academics

5.

JROTC is an acronym for which program name?

a)

Junior Recruit Officer Training Council

b)

Joint Reserve Officer Training Command

c)

Junior Regimental Officer Tactical Corps

d)

Junior Reserved Officer Training Corps

6.

Who is recognized as the founder of JROTC?

a)

Colonel Robert Michels organized the program

b)

Major Clara Barton initiated the program

c)

General John Pershing created the program

d)

Captain Alden Partridge established the program

7.

What is the stated mission of JROTC?

a)

To motivate young people to be better citizens

b)

To train athletes for competitive leadership events

c)

To teach ceremonial drill for public performances

d)

To prepare students for immediate military enlistment

8.

Which phrase is the official JROTC motto?

a)

Honor, Courage, Commitment

b)

Leadership Excellence Unsurpassed

c)

Service Before Self Always

d)

Citizenship Through Service

9.

A new cadet wants to align personal goals with the JROTC mission. Which goal best reflects that mission?

a)

Learning advanced tactics for field exercises

b)

Volunteering regularly to improve community citizenship

c)

Memorizing all ranks to ace uniform inspections

d)

Winning every cadence contest at school events

10.

Which NATO phonetic word corresponds to the letter A?

a)

Arrow

b)

Atlas

c)

Able

d)

Alpha

11.

Which word is used for the letter B in the phonetic alphabet?

a)

Bingo

b)

Bravo

c)

Beta

d)

Beacon

12.

What is the correct phonetic word for the letter C?

a)

Cobra

b)

Charlie

c)

Captain

d)

Comet

13.

Select the correct phonetic word for the letter D.

a)

Delta

b)

Denver

c)

Domino

d)

Dragon

14.

Which word represents the letter E in the phonetic alphabet?

a)

Epsilon

b)

Engine

c)

Eagle

d)

Echo

15.

Choose the phonetic word for the letter F.

a)

Foxtrot

b)

Falcon

c)

Frontier

d)

Freedom

16.

The phonetic word for the letter G is which of the following?

a)

Guardian

b)

Glacier

c)

Gamma

d)

Golf

17.

Which phonetic word corresponds to the letter H?

a)

Harbor

b)

Helix

c)

Hotel

d)

Hunter

18.

Identify the correct phonetic word for the letter I.

a)

Ion

b)

India

c)

Impala

d)

Icon

19.

Select the phonetic word that represents the letter J.

a)

Jetstream

b)

Juliett

c)

Jupiter

d)

Jaguar

20.

Which phonetic word is used for the letter K?

a)

Kilo

b)

Knight

c)

Kodiak

d)

Keystone

21.

What is the phonetic word for the letter L?

a)

Lunar

b)

Lancer

c)

Legend

d)

Lima

22.

Choose the correct phonetic word for the letter M.

a)

Mike

b)

Mirage

c)

Magma

d)

Matrix

23.

The phonetic word for the letter O is which of the following?

a)

Onyx

b)

Orion

c)

Omega

d)

Oscar

24.

Which word is used for the letter Q in the phonetic alphabet?

a)

Quebec

b)

Quartz

c)

Quest

d)

Quasar

25.

Select the correct phonetic word for the letter R.

a)

Romeo

b)

Ranger

c)

Rapid

d)

Rocket

26.

Which phonetic word corresponds to the letter T?

a)

Trident

b)

Titan

c)

Tundra

d)

Tango

27.

Identify the phonetic word used for the letter U.

a)

Umbra

b)

Uplink

c)

Ultima

d)

Uniform

28.

Which phonetic word stands for the letter V?

a)

Victor

b)

Vulcan

c)

Vortex

d)

Vanguard

29.

Choose the correct phonetic word for the letter W.

a)

Windfall

b)

Warrior

c)

Wildcat

d)

Whiskey

30.

The phonetic word for the letter X is which of the following?

a)

Xenon

b)

Xiphoid

c)

X-ray

d)

Xerxes

31.

Which phonetic word represents the letter Y?

a)

Yankee

b)

Yarrow

c)

Yardarm

d)

Yosemite

32.

Select the correct phonetic word for the letter Z.

a)

Zero

b)

Zulu

c)

Zodiac

d)

Zephyr

33.

What does the acronym NCO stand for?

a)

Noncommissioned Officer

b)

Naval Commissioned Officer

c)

Newly Commissioned Officer

d)

National Cadet Officer

34.

JROTC is the abbreviation for which program?

a)

Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps

b)

Juvenile Reserve Officer Training Corps

c)

Junior Reserves Officers Training Command

d)

Junior Reserved Officer Training Corps

35.

ROTC stands for what?

a)

Reserve Officer Training Corps

b)

Reserved Officer Training Corps

c)

Regular Officer Training Command

d)

Reserve Officers Training Command

36.

What does OIC refer to in a unit context?

a)

Officer in Charge

b)

Operations Intelligence Chief

c)

Officer in Command

d)

Operational Inspector Captain

37.

Which rank abbreviation matches Sergeant?

a)

SRT

b)

SGE

c)

SGT

d)

SGN

38.

In a JROTC battalion, SAI refers to which role?

a)

Senior Army Instructor

b)

Staff Administration Inspector

c)

Senior Affairs Investigator

d)

School Army Inspector

39.

AI most commonly refers to what position in JROTC staffing?

a)

Army Instructor

b)

Assistant Inspector

c)

Administrative Intern

d)

Adjutant Inspector

40.

During which drill position is a cadet permitted to talk?

a)

Only during Rest position

b)

Only during At Ease position

c)

Only during Attention position

d)

Only during Parade Rest position

41.

From which position must all commands be given?

a)

From the marching position

b)

From the position of rest

c)

From parade rest position

d)

From the position of attention

42.

When given Open Ranks, March, what does the first squad do?

a)

Takes two full steps forward

b)

Takes one full step forward

c)

Stands fast in place

d)

Takes two 15-inch steps back

43.

Which set lists the four values of a good leader?

a)

Loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service

b)

Honesty, humility, patience, punctuality

c)

Courage, candor, commitment, competence

d)

Integrity, empathy, resilience, adaptability

44.

Which option correctly names the three leadership styles?

a)

Directing, delegating, participating

b)

Commanding, coaching, counseling

c)

Authoritarian, democratic, laissez-faire

d)

Planning, organizing, controlling

45.

What must a leader provide to subordinates to guide performance?

a)

Training, equipment, facilities

b)

Discipline, punishment, rewards

c)

Schedules, checklists, policies

d)

Purpose, direction, motivation

46.

Which statement best defines leadership?

a)

The ability to direct and influence others to accomplish a task

b)

The talent for inspiring loyalty through personal charisma

c)

The authority to enforce rules and assign mandatory duties

d)

The process of supervising resources to achieve efficiency

47.

Which statement best defines teamwork?

a)

Following orders from the leader without offering feedback

b)

Working together to complete an assigned task on time with good results

c)

Sharing ideas in meetings without making final decisions

d)

Dividing tasks so each person works independently and separately

48.

What type of earrings may a female cadet wear with the Class A or B uniform?

a)

Small spherical earrings, not over one half inch

b)

Small spherical earrings, not over one fourth inch

c)

Small hoop earrings, not over one fourth inch

d)

Stud earrings, not over one half inch

49.

Are male cadets allowed to wear earrings in uniform?

a)

No, earrings only authorized with Class C uniform

b)

Yes, hoops under one fourth inch are authorized

c)

No, earrings are not authorized in uniform

d)

Yes, small studs are authorized in uniform

50.

Which statement best describes a citizen?

a)

A resident who pays taxes without allegiance

b)

A person born in a country owing allegiance

c)

An adult with voting age in any nation

d)

A traveler who visits multiple countries yearly

51.

What does positioning the American flag at half-staff signify?

a)

A weather warning

b)

A salute to veterans

c)

A mark of victory

d)

A sign of mourning

52.

Which statement best defines first aid?

a)

Nonurgent advice given by bystanders

b)

Long-term therapy after hospital discharge

c)

Immediate care before medical help arrives

d)

Routine checkups by licensed clinicians

53.

Which sequence lists the four life-saving steps in correct order?

a)

Stop bleeding, open airway, dress wound, prevent shock

b)

Dress wound, prevent shock, stop bleeding, open airway

c)

Prevent shock, dress wound, stop bleeding, open airway

d)

Open airway, stop bleeding, prevent shock, dress wound

54.

Which method is a primary way to open an airway in an unconscious adult?

a)

Abdominal thrusts while seated

b)

Back blows using both open palms

c)

Head-tilt maneuver or jaw-lift method

d)

Turning victim onto the injured side

55.

Which are the two primary methods of providing artificial respiration when needed?

a)

Steam inhalation and humidified oxygen

b)

Bag-mask and needle chest decompression

c)

Mouth-to-mouth and chest-pressure arm-lift

d)

Oxygen tent and nasal cannulation

56.

Which action is the preferred method for controlling severe external bleeding?

a)

Apply a pressure dressing directly on the wound

b)

Elevate both legs above heart level

c)

Rinse the wound with sterile saline only

d)

Pack the wound with loose cotton gauze

57.

Which set lists common signs of shock that require prompt management?

a)

Restlessness, thirst, pale skin, rapid heartbeat

b)

Coughing, sneezing, watery eyes, mild fever

c)

Dizziness, rash, itching, slow breathing

d)

Headache, nausea, normal skin color, warmth

58.

Which list correctly names two major types of bone fractures?

a)

Greenstick fractures and spiral fractures

b)

Pathologic fractures and transverse fractures

c)

Compression fractures and stress fractures

d)

Closed fractures and open fractures

59.

What is the primary reason to immobilize a suspected fracture?

a)

Reduce patient discomfort during transport

b)

Prevent sharp bone edges from cutting tissues

c)

Speed new bone growth through rest alone

d)

Avoid swelling from normal joint movement

60.

Which statement best describes self-aid in a first aid context?

a)

Emergency care one provides to oneself

b)

Any care given by trained responders

c)

Planned treatment scheduled by a clinic

d)

Preventive training completed before injuries

61.

Which set correctly identifies the three types of bleeding by vessel involved?

a)

Minor, moderate, and severe bleeding

b)

Acute, chronic, and recurrent bleeding

c)

Internal, external, and superficial bleeding

d)

Arterial, venous, and capillary bleeding

62.

A classmate collapses and is unresponsive. Which initial action aligns with life-saving priorities?

a)

Give water to relieve possible thirst

b)

Search backpack for medical history

c)

Look for fractures in the extremities

d)

Open the airway and check for breathing

63.

During splinting of a suspected open forearm fracture, which step is most important for safety?

a)

Remove all dressings to inspect the wound

b)

Straighten the limb before applying splints

c)

Immobilize joints above and below the injury

d)

Apply ice directly onto exposed bone

64.

Which map type displays terrain, elevation, and man‑made features together?

a)

Photomap using only aerial imagery

b)

Climatic map showing weather patterns

c)

Planimetric map without elevation detail

d)

Topographic map with terrain and elevation

65.

What is the primary purpose of map reading in JROTC?

a)

Record unit rosters and personnel data

b)

Understand terrain, navigate, and plan missions

c)

Memorize symbols without field practice

d)

Predict weather for long deployments

66.

Which are the three minor terrain features?

a)

Draw, spur, cliff

b)

Hill, ridge, valley

c)

Cut, fill, ridge

d)

Saddle, basin, spur

67.

On a military map, what color is used for water features?

a)

Brown for lakes and rivers

b)

Green for lakes and rivers

c)

Black for lakes and rivers

d)

Blue for lakes and rivers

68.
How often is a JROTC Cadet required to wear the uniform?
a)
Everyday
b)
Once a Month
c)
Twice a month
d)
Once a week
69.
What is the rank of a JROTC Battalion Commander?
a)
Cadet Lieutenant
b)
Cadet Lieutenant Colonel
c)
Cadet Captain
d)
Cadet Major
70.

The Army JROTC came into being in what year?

a)

1900

b)

1936

c)

1916

d)

1941

71.

One of the outcomes of the Army JROTC program is to get young people to join the Army after they have completed high school.

a)

True

b)

False

72.

To fulfill your obligations describes what Army Value?

a)

Loyalty

b)

Honor

c)

Duty

d)

Integrity

73.

The Mission of JROTC is?

a)

Get young people ready for military service

b)

Motivate young people to be better citizens

c)

Have a junior reserve military

d)

teach young people to take orders

74.
(U1C1L3:G29)  Name the duties and responsibilities of a team member.
a)
Properly wear the uniform.
b)
Take care of equipment.
c)
Be on time for official formations.
d)
All of the above
75.

What are the two parts of a command?

a)

Preparatory and Command of Execution

b)

Command of Execution and Execution

c)

Company and Attention

d)

Present and Arms

76.

I will always

a)

Fail school

b)

Go to Dunkin Donuts

c)

Conduct myself to bring credit to my family, country, school, and the corps of cadets

d)

Sleep in late

77.
What do the letter "JROTC" Stand for?
a)
Junior Reserve Ongoing Training Corps
b)
Junior Representative Official Transcript Camp
c)
Junior Reserves Officer Training Corps.
d)
Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps.
78.
What does LET stand for
a)
Learning Everything Today
b)
Leading Everyone Today
c)
Leadership Education and Training
d)
Leaders Expect Time
79.
Define "chain of command."
a)
Number of immediate subordinates under one's control.
b)
The succession of leaders through which authority passes down the ranks.
c)
The pyramid of authority.
d)
The rank or grade held by a Cadet JROTC member.
80.

Which phonetic word is used for the letter N?

a)

Neptune

b)

Noble

c)

November

d)

Newton

81.

What is the proper response when you encounter an officer outdoors?

a)

Stand at ease and wait for instructions

b)

Bow your head silently

c)

Ignore and continue walking

d)

Salute and greet the officer

82.

Which statement best describes the purpose of military drill?

a)

To promote discipline and teamwork among cadets

b)

To reduce the need for leadership

c)

To allow cadets to express individuality

d)

To encourage informal communication

83.

JROTC is…

a)

A program that teaches Highschool students the values of good citizenship while giving them an introduction to the U.S Army.

b)

A program that teaches Highschool students the importance of leadership and how to give instruction to followers with influence of the U.S Army.

c)

A program that teaches Middleschool students how to get their act together before Highschool with U.S Army guidance.

d)

A program that teaches Highschool students how to prepare for the U.S Army boot camp to join the military.

84.

5. The Cadet Creed explains how the JROTC program supports citizenship, character, and ______.

a)

leadership

b)

integrity

c)

patriotism