#1
What does the acronym 'ROTC' stand for?
Reserve Officers' Training Corps
ExplanationTraining program for college students to become commissioned officers.
#2
Which military branch typically operates with amphibious warfare?
Marine Corps
ExplanationSpecializes in amphibious assaults and operations from the sea.
#3
What does the acronym 'PT' stand for in a military context?
Physical Training
ExplanationExercise regimen to maintain fitness and readiness.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a principle of war?
Expenditure
ExplanationNot recognized as a fundamental aspect of military strategy.
#5
What is the purpose of the 'Code of Conduct' for members of the United States Armed Forces?
To provide guidelines for military conduct during combat
ExplanationEthical guidelines for military personnel in hostile situations.
#6
What is the purpose of the Geneva Conventions?
To establish rules for the treatment of prisoners of war
ExplanationInternational agreements governing humane treatment during armed conflict.
#7
In which year did the United Nations adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which includes provisions regarding prisoners of war?
1945
ExplanationDocument outlining fundamental human rights adopted after World War II.
#8
What is the purpose of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)?
To establish a legal system for the U.S. military
ExplanationSet of laws governing military personnel conduct and justice.
#9
Who is known as the 'Father of the United States Army'?
George Washington
ExplanationFirst President of the United States and military leader during the Revolutionary War.
#10
What does the acronym 'MOS' stand for in a military context?
Military Occupational Specialty
ExplanationDesignation for a soldier's specific job within the military.
#11
Which military doctrine emphasizes surprise, deception, and flexibility?
Maneuver warfare
ExplanationStrategy focusing on rapid movement and adapting to changing situations.
#12
Which military concept refers to the coordinated use of multiple branches of the military to achieve a common goal?
Combined arms
ExplanationIntegration of different military units to maximize effectiveness.
#13
What is the purpose of the 'Law of Armed Conflict'?
To govern the behavior of parties involved in armed conflict
ExplanationLegal framework for conduct during wartime.
#14
What is the purpose of a military doctrine?
To guide military strategy and operations
ExplanationSet of principles guiding military planning and execution.
#15
What is the purpose of a 'Joint Task Force' in military operations?
To coordinate operations between different branches of the military
ExplanationCollaborative effort among various military units.