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Study Guide
Drill & Ceremonies
Reference: Field
Manual 22-5
1. At what angle is the head turned when the
command EYES RIGHT is given at the halt?
45 degrees.
2. What are the commands for the two rest movements
while marching?
AT EASE, MARCH and ROUTE STEP, MARCH.
3. If you are drilling troops, should you be
at the position of attention or parade rest?
Attention.
4. On what foot would you give the command halt?
As either foot strikes the ground.
5. What command is given to revoke a preparatory
command that was given?
AS YOU WERE.
6. What direction do you turn in rear march?
To the right.
7. What command is given to turn the element
90 degrees to the left or right while marching?
LEFT or RIGHT FLANK MARCH.
8. You are marching troops, you have given the
command of AT EASE, MARCH, you approach a smooth level area,
how do you get the troops back in step?
Give the command QUICK TIME, MARCH and count
cadence for eight steps.
9. What command is given for marching backwards?
BACKWARD, MARCH.
10. How many counts does it take to move from
order arms to inspection arms?
Seven.
11. From order arms, how many counts does it
take to move to port arms?
Two.
12. At what command do you assume the position
of attention?
FALL IN or ATTENTION.
13. What body position is assumed on the command
STAND AT, EASE?
On the command of execution, EASE, execute parade
rest, but turn your head and eyes to the individual giving
the command.
14. What are the rest positions from the halt?
- Parade rest - it may be given from the command
of attention only
- Stand at ease - it may be given from the
command of attention or parade rest
- At ease - it may be given from the command
of attention, parade rest stand at ease, or rest
- Rest - it may be given from the command of
attention, parade rest, stand at ease, or at ease
15. What command is given to align the squad,
platoon, or other element?
To align a squad, platoon, or other element
at normal intervals, the commands are DRESS RIGHT, DRESS and
READY, FRONT with the command of execution being DRESS and
FRONT.
16. How many counts does it take to execute
facing to the flank from the halt?
Two.
17. What is the difference between interval
and distance?
- Distance is the space between elements when
the elements are one behind the other
- Interval is the lateral space between soldiers
or elements in a formation, measures from left to right
18. On what side of a formation is a guide always
positioned in a column formation?
On the right side front corner of formation.
19. What command is given to obtain close interval
from normal interval while marching?
CLOSE INTERVAL, MARCH.
20. What are the two prescribed formations for
a squad?
21. Why do we have drill and ceremony?
To move units or individuals in a uniform manner
with precision, to instill discipline and esprit de corps,
to render honors, and to preserve tradition.
22. What are the seven parts of review?
- Formation of the troops
- Presentation and honors
- Inspection
- Honors to the nation
- Remarks
- March in review
- Conclusion
23. When is the command halt given while doing
the left step?
When heels come together.
24. Which foot do you turn on when executing
rear march?
You pivot on the balls of both feet.
25. What is the definition of parade rest, stand
at ease, at ease, and rest?
These are all rest positions at the halt.
26. How do you close ranks?
On the command close ranks, march, the first
rank takes four 15 inch steps to the rear, the second rank
takes two 15 inch steps to the rear, the third rank remains
in place, and the fourth rank takes one 30 inch step forward.
27. What is the post for the guidon bearer in
a company mass formation when the commander is present?
Two 15-inch steps to the rear and two 15-inch
steps to the left of the commander.
28. What are the two pieces of music played
at a retreat ceremony and in what order are they played?
"Retreat" and "To the Colors".
29. When marching to the flank, the preparatory
command for a right flank is given when which foot strikes
the ground?
The right foot.
30. The platoon leader commands a column formation,
FILE FROM THE RIGHT, what are the supplementary commands for
the squad leaders?
Fourth squad leader commands FORWARD while the
other squad leaders give the command STAND FAST.
31. What command is given to retrieve stacked
arms?
TAKE, ARMS.
32. How do you change a line formation to a
column formation?
Give the command RIGHT, FACE.
33. What is meant by the term "post"?
Post refers to the correct place for an officer
or noncommissioned officer to stand in a prescribed formation.
34. What is meant by the term "guide"?
"Guide" refers to the person responsible
for the prescribed direction and rate of march.
35. What are supplementary commands?
Oral orders by a subordinate leader that reinforce
and complement a commander’s order which ensures proper
standing and execution of a movement.
36. How would you dismiss a company formation
of armed troops?
Give the commands:
- INSPECTION, ARMS
- READY, PORT, ARMS
- SLING, ARMS
- ORDER, ARMS
- DISMISSED
37. How would you dismiss a formation of unarmed
troops?
Give the command DISMISSED.
38. What command do you give when changing direction
and a column movement is not applicable?
INCLINE AROUND LEFT (RIGHT).
39. In which directions, for short distances
only, may the unit commander have the unit move in a designated
number of steps?
Forward or backward or sideways.
40. What commands are given to align the squad
in column?
COVER, and RECOVER.
41. At what position does a squad stack arms?
In a line formation at normal interval.
42. In what position is the individual soldier
in when executing the manual of arms while at the halt?
Order Arms or Sling Arms.
43. What is meant by the term "cover"?
"Cover" is aligning yourself directly
behind the man to your immediate front while maintaining correct
distance.
44. What are the two elements of a two-part
command?
The preparatory command and the command of execution.
45. What is meant by the term "inflection"?
The rise and fall in pitch of the voice of the
individual giving commands.
46. How many steps are in quick time and how
long are the steps?
120 steps per minute with a 30-inch step.
47. How many steps are in double time and how
long are the steps?
180 steps per minute with a 30-inch step.
48. What is a rank?
A line which has only one element in depth.
49. Define a file.
A column which has only one element at its front.
50. What is the first step in stacking arms?
The squad leader commands COUNT, OFF and then
designates the stackmen by numbers.
51. Define a column.
A formation in which the elements are one behind
the other.
52. If a ranking officer enters the mess hall,
what action do you take?
Call AT EASE and remain seated.
53. What is the prescribed publication for Drill
and Ceremonies?
Field Manual 22-5.
54. During "MARK TIME", how many inches
should the feet be lifted?
Two inches.
55. What is the length of the arm swing while
marching at quick time?
Nine inches to the front, six inches to the
rear.
56. How many steps are in half step and how
long are the steps?
120 steps per minute with a 15 inch step.
57. What is a step?
The measured distance from heel to heel of a
marching element.
58. What are the three commands to change interval
while in line?
- CLOSE INTERVAL, MARCH
- NORMAL INTERVAL, MARCH
- DOUBLE INTERVAL, MARCH
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