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1
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When and Where was the Marine Corps created.

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10 Nov 1775, Tun Tavern Philadelphia

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What year did the Marines come under the Department of the Navy.

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1834

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The term “Leatherneck” refers to a neckpiece worn by early Marines to protect them from what.

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Sabers

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In which word did the Marines earn the title “Devil Dogs”

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World War I

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Who said “Uncommon valor was a common virtue”

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ADM Chester Nimitz

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“First to Fight” means that the USMC units were among the first to fight in

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World War I

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During which battle was the statement made “Send us more Japs”

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Wake Island

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At which battle did the Marines earn the nickname “Devil Dogs”

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Belleau Wood

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What circumstance is the service “A” uniform not prescribed

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Attending the funeral of a fallen Marine

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What USMC uniforms can be used for leave and liberty

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Class A, B, C uniforms

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The Class B uniform consists of…

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Long sleeve khaki shirt and tie with appropriate service trousers.

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A MEU(SOC) is

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Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable)

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A MEU(SOC) can sustain combat operations for…

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15 days

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A MEF’s GCE is organized around a…

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Division

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Name 3 ORM controls stated in the ORM Process

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A. Provide warning signs
B. Establish written policy
C. Set shifts to limit exposure time

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What are the 2 parallel chains of command in the Marine Corps

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Service and Operational

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What level of aviation maintenance is responsible for the local repair of an aircraft

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Organizational

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In which WWI battle did the 5th and 6th Marines earn the French Fourragere by stopping the Germans from taking Paris

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Belleau Wood

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Name the MEUs assigned to Each MEF

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I MEF- 11th, 13th, 15th
II MEF- 22nd, 24th, 26th
III MEF- 31st (SOC)

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Which ship is not part of an ESG
A. LHA
B. LST
C. LSD
D. DDG
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B. LST

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At what noise levels are single and double hearing protection required

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84/104 dB(A)

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What does Task Organization mean

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A unit that is organized to execute a particular mission, including indirect support elements.

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What is “Teufelhunden”

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Devil Dog

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What is a MAG

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Marine Air Group

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What is the primary weapon of every Marine
M16A2 or M4
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What is the maximum effective range of an M9
50m
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How many rounds does the M9 magazine hold
15 rounds
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The TOW was developed as an:
Anti-Tank Missile
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What is an FDC
Fire Direction Center
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What are the elements of a Landing Force Support Party (LFSP)
Shore Party, Helicopter Support Team, Naval Beach Group
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_____ is intended to confuse the enemy as to the time, place, or strength of the main operation.
Demonstration
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What is the LOD in an amphibious assault
Line of Departure
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Humanitarian Assistance is described in _______
Title 10, US Code
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Humanitarian Assistance Operations can only take place if ________ specifically approves the mission.
Department of State
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Protection of shipping is considered what type of operation
Military Operations Other Than War
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What is MCPP
Marine Corps Planning Process
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What system helps the Marines get to an area of operation
Time Phased Force Deployment Data
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What reasons can a person with TS clearance be denied information
A. Operational Security B. Need to Know C. The job does not rate the information
39
The newest amphibious assault ship in the US Navy is...
LPD-17 San Antonio Class
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What is the difference between the C-130 and KC-130
The KC-130 is primarily a tanker
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``` Which has the largest cargo capacity? LVS MTVR AAV LAV ```
LVS
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The primary fuel for vehicles operated by the MLG is...
JP-8
43
What weapon on USN ships provides fire support during amphibious operations
MK-45 5" dual purpose deck gun
44
The only USMC helicopter that can refuel in flight is
CH-53E
45
The Mission statement in SMEAC
A clear concise statement of the task the squad must accomplish
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What are the three elements of the Execution phase of the 5 paragraph order
Coordinating Instructions Concept of Operations Subordinate Tasks
47
In which battle was Marine Amphibious doctrine first tested
Guadalcanal
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What is the phrase that is the epitome of pride in a unit. It implies devotion and loyalty to the Marine Corps, its history, traditions, and honor
Esprit de corps
49
What squadron was the famous "Black Sheep" squadron during WWII
VMA-214
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What is the USN equivalent of the Marine Corps service "A" Uniform
Service Dress Blue
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What uniform is not a liberty or leave uniform
Digital Utility uniforms
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Marines are trained, organized, and equipped for offensive amphibious employment and as ____________
A force in readiness
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``` Which part of the MAGTF organization has most of the heavy ground transportation assets A. ACE B. GCE C. CE D. CSSE ```
B. GCE
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A MEF is normally commanded by a ________
Lieutenant General
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A MEU is normally commanded by a ________
Colonel
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Name 2 battles where Marines were targeted to try and destroy US Morale
Khe Sahn | Chosin Reservoir
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Name 2 Marines who won the Medal of Honor twice
Smedley Buttler | Dan Daily
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List the standard storage and shipping containers in size from smallest to largest.
PALCON QUADCON ISO Container
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The M149 Water Bull holds approximately how much potable water
400 Gallons
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``` Rank the landing crafts by cargo capacity from least to greatest: LCAC LARC Causeway LCU ```
LARC LCAC LCU Causeway
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How many echelons of maintenance are there in the USMC
Five
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What is the largest amphibious assault ship in the US Navy
LHD
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What type of batteries can the SINCGAR radio use
Light weight lithium battery | Re-chargeable lithium battery
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The US Navy Hospital Ships MERCY and COMFORT are operated by whom
MSC
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How long do MEUs normally deploy for
6 months
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What is the replacement for the M198
New Light Weight Howitzer
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What are some differences between the M16A2 and M16A4
Shorter barrel and accuracy
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What is the most numerous MOS in the USMC
Infantry (03xx)
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What is the largest Rate in the USN
Hospital Corpsmen
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What is the primary difference between the new ESG (Expeditionary Strike Group) and the old ARG (Amphibious Ready Group)
The ESG now includes: CGs DDGs FFGs
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What is the main piece of gear currently used for NBC defense is the
M40 with C2A (Mask)
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What is the only USMC helicopter that doesn't have enlisted crewmen
AH-1W
73
Describe CAM
Point source detector for Nerve and Blister agents
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Explain SINCGAR
Encrypted, frequency hopping, voice/data, VHF Radio
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In OIF, what caused the most casualties to Marines
IEDs
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What is the primary advantage of the LCAC over other types of landing crafts
High speed and ability to quickly load and unload
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During an in-stream (at sea) off load of an MPF ship most of the equipment will be transferred to shore by what type of craft
Causeway Sections
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What is the only class of Amphibious Assault Ship that does not have an air department
Whidbey Island Class LSD
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The main difference between the M16 and the M4 is the M4 is...
Shorter
80
A six digit grid position will locate you down to
100m

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