WorksheetsCadet Study Guide_as of 4 Dec 2025
Total questions: 84
Worksheet time: 41mins
Which best defines military courtesy in the Armed Forces?
Respect and consideration toward other personnel
Strict obedience to every verbal command given
Formal greetings used only during ceremonies
Silence maintained in presence of superiors
What is the correct action when the flag is lowered?
Stand at attention and salute if in uniform
Continue walking while briefly removing hat
Bow head silently without stopping movement
Face away to avoid blocking the view
What does it signify when the flag is at half-staff?
A training exercise is underway
A weather warning is in effect
A change of command is occurring
A sign of mourning is being observed
What is cited as the key to success in the JROTC program?
Teamwork among cadets and leaders
Strict individual competitiveness
Advanced physical conditioning
High test scores in academics
JROTC is an acronym for which program name?
Junior Recruit Officer Training Council
Joint Reserve Officer Training Command
Junior Regimental Officer Tactical Corps
Junior Reserved Officer Training Corps
Who is recognized as the founder of JROTC?
Colonel Robert Michels organized the program
Major Clara Barton initiated the program
General John Pershing created the program
Captain Alden Partridge established the program
What is the stated mission of JROTC?
To motivate young people to be better citizens
To train athletes for competitive leadership events
To teach ceremonial drill for public performances
To prepare students for immediate military enlistment
Which phrase is the official JROTC motto?
Honor, Courage, Commitment
Leadership Excellence Unsurpassed
Service Before Self Always
Citizenship Through Service
A new cadet wants to align personal goals with the JROTC mission. Which goal best reflects that mission?
Learning advanced tactics for field exercises
Volunteering regularly to improve community citizenship
Memorizing all ranks to ace uniform inspections
Winning every cadence contest at school events
Which NATO phonetic word corresponds to the letter A?
Arrow
Atlas
Able
Alpha
Which word is used for the letter B in the phonetic alphabet?
Bingo
Bravo
Beta
Beacon
What is the correct phonetic word for the letter C?
Cobra
Charlie
Captain
Comet
Select the correct phonetic word for the letter D.
Delta
Denver
Domino
Dragon
Which word represents the letter E in the phonetic alphabet?
Epsilon
Engine
Eagle
Echo
Choose the phonetic word for the letter F.
Foxtrot
Falcon
Frontier
Freedom
The phonetic word for the letter G is which of the following?
Guardian
Glacier
Gamma
Golf
Which phonetic word corresponds to the letter H?
Harbor
Helix
Hotel
Hunter
Identify the correct phonetic word for the letter I.
Ion
India
Impala
Icon
Select the phonetic word that represents the letter J.
Jetstream
Juliett
Jupiter
Jaguar
Which phonetic word is used for the letter K?
Kilo
Knight
Kodiak
Keystone
What is the phonetic word for the letter L?
Lunar
Lancer
Legend
Lima
Choose the correct phonetic word for the letter M.
Mike
Mirage
Magma
Matrix
The phonetic word for the letter O is which of the following?
Onyx
Orion
Omega
Oscar
Which word is used for the letter Q in the phonetic alphabet?
Quebec
Quartz
Quest
Quasar
Select the correct phonetic word for the letter R.
Romeo
Ranger
Rapid
Rocket
Which phonetic word corresponds to the letter T?
Trident
Titan
Tundra
Tango
Identify the phonetic word used for the letter U.
Umbra
Uplink
Ultima
Uniform
Which phonetic word stands for the letter V?
Victor
Vulcan
Vortex
Vanguard
Choose the correct phonetic word for the letter W.
Windfall
Warrior
Wildcat
Whiskey
The phonetic word for the letter X is which of the following?
Xenon
Xiphoid
X-ray
Xerxes
Which phonetic word represents the letter Y?
Yankee
Yarrow
Yardarm
Yosemite
Select the correct phonetic word for the letter Z.
Zero
Zulu
Zodiac
Zephyr
What does the acronym NCO stand for?
Noncommissioned Officer
Naval Commissioned Officer
Newly Commissioned Officer
National Cadet Officer
JROTC is the abbreviation for which program?
Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps
Juvenile Reserve Officer Training Corps
Junior Reserves Officers Training Command
Junior Reserved Officer Training Corps
ROTC stands for what?
Reserve Officer Training Corps
Reserved Officer Training Corps
Regular Officer Training Command
Reserve Officers Training Command
What does OIC refer to in a unit context?
Officer in Charge
Operations Intelligence Chief
Officer in Command
Operational Inspector Captain
Which rank abbreviation matches Sergeant?
SRT
SGE
SGT
SGN
In a JROTC battalion, SAI refers to which role?
Senior Army Instructor
Staff Administration Inspector
Senior Affairs Investigator
School Army Inspector
AI most commonly refers to what position in JROTC staffing?
Army Instructor
Assistant Inspector
Administrative Intern
Adjutant Inspector
During which drill position is a cadet permitted to talk?
Only during Rest position
Only during At Ease position
Only during Attention position
Only during Parade Rest position
From which position must all commands be given?
From the marching position
From the position of rest
From parade rest position
From the position of attention
When given Open Ranks, March, what does the first squad do?
Takes two full steps forward
Takes one full step forward
Stands fast in place
Takes two 15-inch steps back
Which set lists the four values of a good leader?
Loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service
Honesty, humility, patience, punctuality
Courage, candor, commitment, competence
Integrity, empathy, resilience, adaptability
Which option correctly names the three leadership styles?
Directing, delegating, participating
Commanding, coaching, counseling
Authoritarian, democratic, laissez-faire
Planning, organizing, controlling
What must a leader provide to subordinates to guide performance?
Training, equipment, facilities
Discipline, punishment, rewards
Schedules, checklists, policies
Purpose, direction, motivation
Which statement best defines leadership?
The ability to direct and influence others to accomplish a task
The talent for inspiring loyalty through personal charisma
The authority to enforce rules and assign mandatory duties
The process of supervising resources to achieve efficiency
Which statement best defines teamwork?
Following orders from the leader without offering feedback
Working together to complete an assigned task on time with good results
Sharing ideas in meetings without making final decisions
Dividing tasks so each person works independently and separately
What type of earrings may a female cadet wear with the Class A or B uniform?
Small spherical earrings, not over one half inch
Small spherical earrings, not over one fourth inch
Small hoop earrings, not over one fourth inch
Stud earrings, not over one half inch
Are male cadets allowed to wear earrings in uniform?
No, earrings only authorized with Class C uniform
Yes, hoops under one fourth inch are authorized
No, earrings are not authorized in uniform
Yes, small studs are authorized in uniform
Which statement best describes a citizen?
A resident who pays taxes without allegiance
A person born in a country owing allegiance
An adult with voting age in any nation
A traveler who visits multiple countries yearly
What does positioning the American flag at half-staff signify?
A weather warning
A salute to veterans
A mark of victory
A sign of mourning
Which statement best defines first aid?
Nonurgent advice given by bystanders
Long-term therapy after hospital discharge
Immediate care before medical help arrives
Routine checkups by licensed clinicians
Which sequence lists the four life-saving steps in correct order?
Stop bleeding, open airway, dress wound, prevent shock
Dress wound, prevent shock, stop bleeding, open airway
Prevent shock, dress wound, stop bleeding, open airway
Open airway, stop bleeding, prevent shock, dress wound
Which method is a primary way to open an airway in an unconscious adult?
Abdominal thrusts while seated
Back blows using both open palms
Head-tilt maneuver or jaw-lift method
Turning victim onto the injured side
Which are the two primary methods of providing artificial respiration when needed?
Steam inhalation and humidified oxygen
Bag-mask and needle chest decompression
Mouth-to-mouth and chest-pressure arm-lift
Oxygen tent and nasal cannulation
Which action is the preferred method for controlling severe external bleeding?
Apply a pressure dressing directly on the wound
Elevate both legs above heart level
Rinse the wound with sterile saline only
Pack the wound with loose cotton gauze
Which set lists common signs of shock that require prompt management?
Restlessness, thirst, pale skin, rapid heartbeat
Coughing, sneezing, watery eyes, mild fever
Dizziness, rash, itching, slow breathing
Headache, nausea, normal skin color, warmth
Which list correctly names two major types of bone fractures?
Greenstick fractures and spiral fractures
Pathologic fractures and transverse fractures
Compression fractures and stress fractures
Closed fractures and open fractures
What is the primary reason to immobilize a suspected fracture?
Reduce patient discomfort during transport
Prevent sharp bone edges from cutting tissues
Speed new bone growth through rest alone
Avoid swelling from normal joint movement
Which statement best describes self-aid in a first aid context?
Emergency care one provides to oneself
Any care given by trained responders
Planned treatment scheduled by a clinic
Preventive training completed before injuries
Which set correctly identifies the three types of bleeding by vessel involved?
Minor, moderate, and severe bleeding
Acute, chronic, and recurrent bleeding
Internal, external, and superficial bleeding
Arterial, venous, and capillary bleeding
A classmate collapses and is unresponsive. Which initial action aligns with life-saving priorities?
Give water to relieve possible thirst
Search backpack for medical history
Look for fractures in the extremities
Open the airway and check for breathing
During splinting of a suspected open forearm fracture, which step is most important for safety?
Remove all dressings to inspect the wound
Straighten the limb before applying splints
Immobilize joints above and below the injury
Apply ice directly onto exposed bone
Which map type displays terrain, elevation, and man‑made features together?
Photomap using only aerial imagery
Climatic map showing weather patterns
Planimetric map without elevation detail
Topographic map with terrain and elevation
What is the primary purpose of map reading in JROTC?
Record unit rosters and personnel data
Understand terrain, navigate, and plan missions
Memorize symbols without field practice
Predict weather for long deployments
Which are the three minor terrain features?
Draw, spur, cliff
Hill, ridge, valley
Cut, fill, ridge
Saddle, basin, spur
On a military map, what color is used for water features?
Brown for lakes and rivers
Green for lakes and rivers
Black for lakes and rivers
Blue for lakes and rivers
The Army JROTC came into being in what year?
1900
1936
1916
1941
One of the outcomes of the Army JROTC program is to get young people to join the Army after they have completed high school.
True
False
To fulfill your obligations describes what Army Value?
Loyalty
Honor
Duty
Integrity
The Mission of JROTC is?
Get young people ready for military service
Motivate young people to be better citizens
Have a junior reserve military
teach young people to take orders
What are the two parts of a command?
Preparatory and Command of Execution
Command of Execution and Execution
Company and Attention
Present and Arms
I will always
Fail school
Go to Dunkin Donuts
Conduct myself to bring credit to my family, country, school, and the corps of cadets
Sleep in late
Which phonetic word is used for the letter N?
Neptune
Noble
November
Newton
What is the proper response when you encounter an officer outdoors?
Stand at ease and wait for instructions
Bow your head silently
Ignore and continue walking
Salute and greet the officer
Which statement best describes the purpose of military drill?
To promote discipline and teamwork among cadets
To reduce the need for leadership
To allow cadets to express individuality
To encourage informal communication
JROTC is…
A program that teaches Highschool students the values of good citizenship while giving them an introduction to the U.S Army.
A program that teaches Highschool students the importance of leadership and how to give instruction to followers with influence of the U.S Army.
A program that teaches Middleschool students how to get their act together before Highschool with U.S Army guidance.
A program that teaches Highschool students how to prepare for the U.S Army boot camp to join the military.
5. The Cadet Creed explains how the JROTC program supports citizenship, character, and ______.
leadership
integrity
patriotism
