ADP 6-22 CH 2

Question 1

What does a leader’s character consist of?

Answer 1

A leader’s character consists of their true nature guided by their conscience, affecting their moral attitudes and actions.

Question 2

How does a leader build credibility with subordinates?

Answer 2

By adhering to applicable laws, regulations, and unit standards.

Question 3

What influences the character of Soldiers and DA Civilians?

Answer 3

Background, beliefs, education, and experiences.

Question 4

What is necessary for becoming and remaining a leader of character?

Answer 4

A process involving day-to-day experiences and internal fortitude.

Question 5

What are the key responsibilities of leaders regarding character?

Answer 5

Leaders are responsible for their own character and for encouraging, supporting, and assessing their subordinates’ efforts to embody character.

Question 6

What are the character attributes of special interest to the Army?

Answer 6

• Army Values
• Empathy
• Warrior Ethos and Service Ethos
• Discipline
• Humility

Question 7

What acronym represents the Army Values?

Answer 7

LDRSHIP

Question 8

What does the ‘L’ in LDRSHIP stand for?

Answer 8

Loyalty.

Question 9

What does loyalty mean in the context of Army Values?

Answer 9

Bearing true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, the Army, your unit, and other Soldiers.

Question 10

What is the definition of ‘Duty’ in Army Values?

Answer 10

Fulfilling your obligations—always doing your best.

Question 11

What is the significance of selfless service?

Answer 11

Putting the welfare of the Nation, the Army, and your subordinates before your own.

Question 12

What does ‘Honor’ represent in Army Values?

Answer 12

Living up to Army Values.

Question 13

What is the definition of ‘Integrity’ in the Army?

Answer 13

Doing what is right, legally and morally.

Question 14

What is personal courage?

Answer 14

Facing fear, danger, or adversity (physical and moral).

Question 15

What are the two forms of personal courage?

Answer 15

• Physical courage
• Moral courage

Question 16

Who is General Jonathan Wainwright?

Answer 16

A general who commanded the defense of Corregidor during the Japanese invasion of the Philippines.

Question 17

What did General Wainwright do during his captivity?

Answer 17

Kept faith and loyalty with his fellow prisoners despite suffering deprivation and abuse.

Question 18

What lesson does Major General John M. Schofield emphasize about respect?

Answer 18

Respect fosters a climate that inspires obedience and loyalty.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: Army Values consist of the principles, standards, and qualities considered essential for _______.

Answer 19

[service]

Question 20

What is the key takeaway from SGT David B. Bleak’s actions during combat?

Answer 20

His courageous actions saved fellow Soldiers’ lives.

Question 21

What did WO1 Hugh C. Thompson, Jr. do during the My Lai incident?

Answer 21

He intervened to protect unarmed civilians and triggered a cease-fire order.

Question 22

What is the role of leaders in instilling Army Values in others?

Answer 22

Leaders must demonstrate the Army Values to instill them in others.

Question 23

What action did WO1 Thompson take to save civilians?

Answer 23

He coaxed the civilians out of the shelter and airlifted them to safety

This act exemplified personal and moral courage.

Question 24

What is the relationship between values, beliefs, and the Army?

Answer 24

Values and beliefs affect how people think and act, reflecting diverse upbringing, culture, and tradition among Army members

Question 25

What is the legal foundation that reflects the Nation's values?

Answer 25

The United States Constitution

Question 26

What can create tension in the Army regarding individual beliefs?

Answer 26

Tensions can arise between individual beliefs protected by the Bill of Rights and provisions of the Uniform Code of Military Justice

Question 27

What is essential to uphold high ethical standards in the Army?

Answer 27

Adhering to the Army Values

Question 28

What does unethical behavior undermine in an organization?

Answer 28

Organizational morale and cohesion

Question 29

Who was Captain Humbert R. Versace?

Answer 29

A West Point graduate and intelligence advisor captured during combat operations in Vietnam

Question 30

What did Versace demand from his captors?

Answer 30

To treat them as prisoners, not war criminals

Question 31

What was Versace's approach to the Code of Conduct?

Answer 31

He refused to violate it and only provided information required by the Geneva Convention

Question 32

What did Versace's actions during captivity demonstrate?

Answer 32

Strong character and commitment to God and country

Question 33

What is required of leaders to be ethical in the Army?

Answer 33

Leaders must live by Army Values and find moral solutions to diverse problems

Question 34

True or False: Ethical choices in the Army are always obvious.

Answer 34

False

Question 35

What should leaders do when faced with an unlawful order?

Answer 35

Question such orders and refuse to obey them if clarification fails to resolve objections

Question 36

What is the leader's responsibility regarding orders?

Answer 36

To research orders, rules, and regulations for clarity

Question 37

What does empathy in leadership involve?

Answer 37

Genuinely relating to another person's situation, motives, or feelings

Question 38

How does empathy enhance a leader's effectiveness?

Answer 38

It allows leaders to anticipate experiences and feelings of others

Question 39

What is the Warrior Ethos?

Answer 39

A representation of professional attitudes and beliefs characterizing the American Soldier

Question 40

What does the Army Civilian Corps Creed reflect?

Answer 40

The service ethos and commitment to the Army's mission

Question 41

Fill in the blank: The Warrior Ethos requires unrelenting resolve to do what is _______.

Answer 41

right

Question 42

Who was Second Lieutenant Robert C. ‘Joe‘ Kingston?

Answer 42

A platoon leader known for his competent leadership during the Korean War

Question 43

What is the definition of discipline in the context of the Army?

Answer 43

The ability to control one’s own behavior to do the harder right over the easier wrong

Question 44

What role does discipline play in an organization?

Answer 44

It is essential to character and supports the unit

Question 45

What should leaders maintain to ensure unit discipline?

Answer 45

Enforce standards impartially and consistently

Question 46

What does humility signify?

Answer 46

The absence of arrogance

Question 47

What is humility in its simplest form?

Answer 47

The absence of arrogance ## Footnote Humility signifies a leader's unselfishness and focus on something greater than themselves.

Question 48

What qualities does a person of high integrity embody?

Answer 48

Humility, honesty, and character ## Footnote These qualities are essential for effective leadership.

Question 49

What must a leader possess for humility to apply?

Answer 49

Competence and confidence ## Footnote Without these traits, humility cannot be effectively demonstrated.

Question 50

How is a leader perceived as humble?

Answer 50

By being aware of their limitations and abilities ## Footnote This awareness should be applied in their leadership approach.

Question 51

What does too little humility represent?

Answer 51

Arrogance or hubris ## Footnote This can lead to overconfidence in leadership.

Question 52

What issues arise from excess humility?

Answer 52

Shyness, meekness, passivity, blind obedience, or timidity ## Footnote These traits can undermine a leader's effectiveness.

Question 53

How is humility largely determined?

Answer 53

By other people's perceptions ## Footnote It is a subjective view of the leader.

Question 54

What factors influence the interpretation of humility?

Answer 54

Gender and culture ## Footnote Different backgrounds can lead to varying perceptions of humility.

Question 55

What are the Army Values?

Answer 55

Loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage ## Footnote These values guide leaders' decisions and actions.

Question 56

What does empathy entail?

Answer 56

Experiencing something from another person’s point of view ## Footnote It involves understanding and sharing another's feelings.

Question 57

What is the Warrior Ethos?

Answer 57

Internal shared attitudes and beliefs that embody the spirit of the Army profession ## Footnote It reflects the commitment and dedication expected from Army personnel.

Question 58

What does discipline in the Army refer to?

Answer 58

Decisions and actions consistent with the Army Values ## Footnote It includes willing obedience to lawful orders.

Question 59

Fill in the blank: Humility is inherently motivated to support _______ ahead of actions that are self-serving.

Answer 59

mission goals ## Footnote This emphasizes the selflessness associated with true humility.

Question 60

What character trait involves a desire to care for Soldiers and others?

Answer 60

Empathy ## Footnote Empathy enhances communication and guidance within the Army.

Question 61

What is an essential factor for a leader's character?

Answer 61

Army Values ## Footnote These values are fundamental for successful leadership in the Army.