Inspection And Test Guide

Question 0

Who was the first marine corp commandant to achieve the rank of Brigadier General?

Answer 0

Archibald Henderson. He also served the longest term as Commandant l, 39 years, and is referred to with respect as “The Grand Old Man of The Corps”

Question 1

Name the first commandant of the Marine Corps

Answer 1

Captain Samuel Nicholas

Question 2

Who was the 13th commandant of the Marine Corps?

Answer 2

General John A. Lejeune. General Lejeune is remember as perhaps the Marines greatest commandant. He emphasized leadership training and originated the Marine Corps Birthday celebration

Question 3

What are the common Marine nicknames?

Answer 3

Leathernecks, Devil Dogs, and Soldiers of the Sea

Question 4

Why are marines called Devil Dogs?

Answer 4

Name given to Marines by German soldiers for their fierce fighting during WW1

Question 5

What title is given to the Marine Corps band?

Answer 5

The Presidents Own

Question 6

What title is given to the Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Corps?

Answer 6

The Commandants Own

Question 7

Name the 3 parts of the Marine Corps Emblem

Answer 7

Eagle, Globe, and Anchor

Question 8

What does the eagle represent?

Answer 8

The Americans whom we serve

Question 9

What does the anchor represent?

Answer 9

Close ties to the Navy

Question 10

What is the Marine Corps motto?

Answer 10

Semper Fidelis

Question 11

What does the Marine Corps motto mean?

Answer 11

Always Faithful

Question 12

What are the official colors of the Marine Corps?

Answer 12

Scarlet and Gold

Question 13

Name the only Marine awarded Five Navy Crosses for bravery.

Answer 13

Lieutenant General Lewis B. “Chesty” Puller

Question 14

What is the Marine Corps mascot

Answer 14

A bulldog named Chesty in honor of Lieutenant General Puller

Question 15

Name the only two Marines who received 2 medals of honor.

Answer 15

General Smedley Butler and Gunnery Sergeant Dan Daly

Question 16

Which Marines are authorized to wear a scarlet stripe on their uniform trousers?

Answer 16

Officers, Staff NCOs and NCOs

Question 17

Name the sword carried by Marine Corps officers

Answer 17

Mameluke sword

Question 18

Name the Marine Corps officer who is believed to have been presents the sword

Answer 18

Presley O’Bannon

Question 19

What is the Marine Corps term for toilet or bathroom?

Answer 19

Head

Question 20

What is the Marine Corps expression for candy or sweets?

Answer 20

Pogeybait

Question 21

What is the Marine Corps and Navy term for left?

Answer 21

Port

Question 22

What is the Marine Corps and Navy term for right?

Answer 22

Starboard

Question 23

What does a Marine call the floor?

Answer 23

Deck

Question 24

What does a Marine call a bed?

Answer 24

Bunk or rack

Question 25

What does the expression Gung Ho mean?

Answer 25

Pull together

Question 26

What do the letters CMC mean?

Answer 26

Commandant of the Marine Corps

Question 27

Where are the official battle colors of the Marine Corps located?

Answer 27

Marine Barracks, 8th and I Streets, Washington D.C.

Question 28

Who was the first woman marine?

Answer 28

Opha May Johnson, May 1918

Question 29

Who was the Marine Corps' first aviator?

Answer 29

Major A.A. Cunningham

Question 30

What are the three types of flags used in the military?

Answer 30

Storm, Post and Garrison

Question 31

When is the Garrison flag used?

Answer 31

On Sundays and holidays

Question 32

Who wrote the national anthem?

Answer 32

Francis Scott Key

Question 33

When was the National Anthem written?

Answer 33

1814 during the Battle of Fort McHenry, Baltimore

Question 34

What is the birthdate if the Marine Corps?

Answer 34

November 10, 1775 by a resolution of the continental congress

Question 35

From what country did we get the tradition of a Marine Corps?

Answer 35

Great Britain

Question 36

After the Revolutionary War the Marine were disbanded. When were they recreated?

Answer 36

July 11, 1798 by a resolution of the United States Congress

Question 37

If you are not in formation, but in uniform, what do you do when the National Colors is being raised, lowered, or passes by in a parade?

Answer 37

Salute

Question 38

If you are in charge of a unit of troops, what do you do when the National Color is being raised, lowered or passes by in a parade?

Answer 38

Command "ATTENTION", face the flag and "PRESENT ARMS"

Question 39

What drill command requires the individual to step with the right foot first?

Answer 39

Right Step

Question 40

When marching in formation what is the correct distance at normal interval between you and the person in front of you?

Answer 40

40 inches back to chest

Question 41

What is the correct interval in formation at normal interval between you and the person in front of you

Answer 41

30 inches and arms length with fingers extended

Question 42

What is the correct distance at close intervals?

Answer 42

4 inches

Question 43

What is the correct length of the step when marching at quick time?

Answer 43

30 inches

Question 44

What is the correct length of step when marching at half step?

Answer 44

15 inches

Question 45

What is the correct length of a step when marching backward?

Answer 45

15 inches

Question 46

What is the correct length of a step when marching side step?

Answer 46

12 inches

Question 47

What are the 3 core values?

Answer 47

Honor, Courage and Commitment