Drill And Ceremony

Question 1

What Field Manual covers Drill and Ceremony?

Answer 1

FM 3-21.5

The specific manual that outlines procedures and guidelines for drill and ceremony.

Question 2

What are the 2 prescribed formations for Platoons?

Answer 2

• Line
• Column

These formations are standard for organizing platoons during drills.

Question 3

What are the 4 rest positions?

Answer 3

• Parade Rest
• Stand at Ease
• At Ease
• Rest

These positions are used to maintain discipline and posture when not in motion.

Question 4

What foot do you step off with while marching?

Answer 4

Left Foot

This is the standard practice for initiating marching movements.

Question 5

What is a File?

Answer 5

A column which has a front of only 1 element.

A file represents the most basic formation in drill, emphasizing individual alignment.

Question 6

What are the 3 methods of instruction when teaching Drill and Ceremony?

Answer 6

• Step by Step
• Talk Through
• By the Numbers

These methods ensure effective teaching and understanding of drill movements.

Question 7

What are the 2 most common Drill Commands?

Answer 7

• Preparatory Command
• Command of Execution

These commands structure the execution of drill movements.

Question 8

What is the command for marching in place?

Answer 8

Mark Time, March

This command instructs soldiers to maintain their position while still executing marching motions.