Inspection Questions

Who are the only two generals granted the title General of the Armies? George Washington and John J. Pershing 

What is the birth date of the Army? 14 June 1775 

Who is the most decorated soldier of World War II? Audie Murphy 

When was the Army Air Corps founded? 1926  

Who was the first soldier to receive a Medal of Honor? Pvt. Jacob Parrott (1863) 

What law established the Army JROTC? National Defense Act of 1916 

What is the Army’s motto? This We’ll Defend 

Who was the first female 4 star general in the Army? General Ann E. Dunwoody (2008) 

What is the Army Drill Manual? TC 3-21.5, Drill and Ceremonies 

Which all Japanese-American unit was the most decorated organization in Army history? 442nd Regimental Combat Team 

Which Army unit is known as the “Screaming Eagles”? 101st Airborne Division 

Which Army unit is known as “Old Ironsides”? 1st Armored Division 

Who was the first African-American general officer in the Army? BGen Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. (1940) 

Name one of the two father and son recipients of the Medal of Honor? Arthur and Douglas MacArthur, Theodore and Theodore Junior Roosevelt 

What are the official U. S. Army colors? Black and Gold 

What is the official song of the Army? “The Army Goes Rolling Along”

Who is the Commander-in-Chief? President Trump 

Who is the Vice President of the United States? The Honorable Mr. Pence

Who is the Secretary of Defense? The Honorable Mr. Mattis

Who is the Secretary of State? The Honorable Mr. Pompeo

Who is the Chief Justice of the United States? John Roberts 

Who is the Secretary of the Army? The Honorable Mr. Esper

Who is the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff? General Dunford US Marine Corps

Who is the Chief of Staff of the Army? General Mark Milley 

Who is the Sergeant Major of the Army? Sergeant Major Daniel Dailey 

Who is the Director of the Army JROTC?  Colonel Thomas Bell 

What is the cadence for quick time? 120 steps per minute 

What is the cadence for double time? 180 steps per minute 

What is the length of step for marching at quick time? 30 inches  

What is the length of step for marching at double time? 36 inches 

What is the length of a side-step? 15 inches 

What is the length of a back-step? 15 inches 

What is the only command that can be given from “Parade, Rest”? Attention 

What are the 4 positions of Rest? Parade Rest, Rest, At Ease, Fall Out 

What is the definition of cadence? Uniform step and rhythm in marching 

What is the definition of a “file”? A single column of troops behind one another 

What is the definition of “rank” in marching? A line of troops placed side by side 

What is the definition of the “base” in marching? The element on which a movement is regulated 

What is the definition of “Guide” in marching? The (base) individual upon whom a formation regulates its march

Describe the proper way to wear the belt: The belt is worn so that the tipped end passes through the buckle to the wearer’s left for males, and the wearer’s right for females. The tipped end will extend beyond the end of the buckle so that only the brass tip is visible. 

Describe the proper placement of ribbons for females on the Army Blue Class “A” uniform: Females will wear the ribbons centered on the left side 1 to 2 inches above the top button of the coat and centered horizontally, with the bottom row positioned parallel to the bottom edge of the nameplate. 

Describe the positioning of cadet enlisted rank insignia on the Army Blue Class “A“ uniform: The shoulder epaulet sleeve is slipped over the shoulder epaulet of the uniform so that the insignia will be centered on the outer half of both shoulder loops of the coat, overcoat, or shirt when worn as an outer garment.

What is the AJROTC policy on female hair styling while in uniform? Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar. Hair holding ornaments must be transparent or similar in color to the hair, and will be inconspicuously placed. Hair that falls naturally below the bottom edge of the collar will be inconspicuously fastened or pinned. 

What is the AJROTC regulation regarding the length of trousers/slacks on the service uniform? Trousers / slacks will reach the top of the instep, touching the top of the shoe at the shoelaces. The leg will be cut on a diagonal line to reach a point approximately midway between the top of the heel and the top of the standard shoe in the back. 

What is the AJROTC policy on male hair styling while in uniform? The length and bulk of hair will not be excessive or present a ragged, unkempt, or extreme appearance. Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar. Hair that is clipped closely or shaved to the scalp is authorized. Sideburns will be straight and neatly trimmed. 

Describe the positioning of the AJROTC sleeve patch on the Army Blue Class “A” uniform coat: The JROTC shoulder sleeve insignia will be worn on the upper part of the outer half of the left sleeve of the coat. The top of the insignia will be worn ½ inch below the top of the shoulder seam. 

Describe the positioning of the Honor Unit Insignia on the Army Blue Class “A” Uniform: The insignia will be worn centered ¼ inch above the right breast pocket on the male uniform and ¼ of an inch above the nameplate on the female uniform, with one point of the star up. 

Describe the proper positioning of the Corps insignia on the Army Blue Class “A” Uniform: The corps insignia (discs) are worn centered on both lapels of the coat, parallel to the inside edge of each lapel, and placed so the top edge is 5/8 inch below the notch of the lapel. 

Describe the proper positioning of the Collar insignia on the Army Blue Class “A” Uniform: The collar insignia (letters) are worn centered on both lapels of the coat, parallel to the inside edge of each lapel, and placed so the bottom edge is 5/8 inch above the notch of the lapel.