Knowledge all Cadets Need to Know!

Information all cadets should know:

Over the course of your 1st year in NJROTC, the following information will make up a large part of your curriculum. Over time, you will learn the following.

Chain of Command – Who is (title) or Who is (name) 

President of the United States (Commander In Chief):Honorable _Barack Obama______

Secretary of Defense:                                                  Honorable _Ashton Carter________

Secretary of the Navy (SecDef):                                 Honorable _Raymond Maybus___

Chief of Naval Operations (CNO)                               Admiral _John Richardson_____

Naval Education Training Command (NETC):            Admiral _Michael White________

Naval Service Training Command (NSTC):                Admiral Evans______

NJROTC Area 11 Manager: Commander                     __CDR Liles________________

Senior Naval Science Instructor (SNSI):                      __CDR Osseck_______________

Naval Science Instructor (NSI):                                   __Senior Chief Oliver__________

Naval Science Instructor (NSI):                                   __Petty Officer First Class Flater_

Unit Company/Battalion Commander:                         __cadet CDR Flater____________

Platoon Leader:                                                            ____________________________

Squad Leader:                                                              ____________________________

Other Notable: Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy: __MCPON Mike Stevens_______

ORDERS OF THE SENTRY

Q01. What is the FIRST order to the Sentry? A01. take charge of this post and all government property in view.

Q02. What is the SECOND order to the Sentry? A02. walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert, and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.

Q03. What is the THIRD order to the Sentry? A03. report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.

Q04. What is the FOURTH order to the Sentry? A04. repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse or the quarter-deck than my own.

Q05. What is the FIFTH order to the Sentry? A05. quit my post only when properly relieved

Q06. What is the SIXTH order to the Sentry? A06. receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me, all orders from the commanding officer, command duty officer, officer of the day, officer of the deck and officers and petty officers of the watch only.

Q07. What is the SEVENTH order to the Sentry? A07. talk to no one except in line of duty.

Q08. What is the EIGHTH order to the Sentry? A08. give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.

Q09. What is the NINTH order to the Sentry? A09. call the corporal of the guard or officer of the deck in any case not covered by instructions.

Q10. What is the TENTH order to the Sentry? A10. salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased.

Q11. What is the ELEVENTH order to the Sentry? A11. be especially watchful at night, and during the time for challenging, challenge all persons on or near my post, and to allow no one to pass without proper authorization.

QUESTIONS from the Cadet Field Manual:

Q01. What does, “NJROTC” stand for? A01. Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps

Q02. What are the three Core values of Navy JROTC? A02. Honor/Courage/Commitment

Q03. What is the maximum distance your hair may reach away from your scalp? A03. Maximum “bulk” or “height” of hair away from the scalp is 2”, males & females

Q04. What does the regulation state about wearing a necklace while in an NJROTC uniform? A04. You can, but it shall not be visible.

Q05. Describe the correct placement of ribbons and name tags on NJROTC uniforms? 
           A05. MALE:Ribbons and name tags are worn parallel to the top of the shirt pocket, ¼” above and centered on the pocket. Name tag on the right, ribbons on the left.
                   FEMALE: Centered horizontally over the front seams, 6-¼” down from the intersection of the shoulder and front seam of the blouse to the bottom of the lowest row of ribbons or bottom of the name tag. Name tag on the right, ribbons on the left.

Q06. Describe the correct placement of the small fouled anchor as worn on the garrison cap? A06. The anchor is worn on the wearer’s left side of the cap. The center of the anchor is bisected by a vertical line 2” from the fore crease of the garrison cap, and a horizontal line 1-1/2” from the bottom edge of the cap.

Q07. What are the three items depicted on the NJROTC patch? A07. a ship, an anchor and an eagle.

Q08. Many uniforms authorize the wearing of aiguillettes – what is the maximum number of aiguillettes that can be worn on an NJROTC uniform? A08. TWO, with no more than ONE on each shoulder.

Q09. Name the highest ribbon award any NJROTC cadet may receive. A09. the Meritorious Achievement Ribbon.

Q10. What is the lowest rank for enlisted NJROTC cadets? A10. Cadet Seaman Recruit

Q11. What rank is an NJROTC cadet wearing a collar device of a perched eagle over 3 chevrons? A11. Cadet Petty Officer First Class

Q12. What is the rank for an NJROTC cadet wearing a collar device of 3 silver diagonal stripes? A12. Cadet Seaman

Q13. What is the highest attainable Navy rank for an enlisted NJROTC cadet? A13. Cadet Master Chief Petty Officer

Q14. What is the lowest rank for a cadet officer in NJROTC? A14.            Cadet Ensign

Q15. What is the collar insignia for NJROTC cadets holding the rank of Cadet Lieutenant? A15. the collar device is three attached gold bars

Q16. What is the collar insignia for NJROTC cadets with a rank of Cadet Lieutenant (Junior Grade)? A16. the collar device is two attached gold bars

Q17. What is the rank for an NJROTC cadet wearing a collar device with 4 attached gold bars? A17. Cadet Lieutenant Commander

Q18. What are the three types or “parts” of a command? A18. 1) preparatory command; 2) command of execution; 3) supplemental commands

Q19. What are 4 items that must be studied & practiced to develop an effective command voice? A19. 1) loudness and projection; 2) distinction or clarity; 3) inflection; 4) cadence

Q20. What is meant when it is said that a command voice has a “good inflection”? A20. a voice which has a good rise and fall in pitch & tone – it has plenty of snap.

Q21. What is the correct cadence while marching at Quick Time? A21. 120-steps per minute.

Q22. What is the correct cadence while marching at Double Time? A22. 180-steps per minute.

Q23. How many inches is the correct length of a step at Quick Time? A23. 30-inch, from heal to heal.

Q24. How many inches is the correct length of a step at Double Time? A24. 36-inch.

Q25. What specific command or phrase cancels a movement or order? A25. as you were

Q26. An unarmed cadet at the position of Attention will have feet forming what angle? A26. 45 degrees.

Q27. An unarmed cadet at the position of Attention will have thumbs placed where? A27. along the trouser seams.

Q28. To attain the correct position of Parade Rest, what do you do with your left foot? A28. Move the left foot smartly 12” to the left.

Q29. At the position of Parade Rest or At Ease, what is the only command that can be given? A29. Attention.

Q30. How many counts are involved in all facing movements? A30. two counts.

Q31. When executing a proper NJROTC salute, where is the position of the forefinger? A31. the tip of the forefinger touches the lower part of the headdress above and slightly to the right of the right eye.

Q32. Why is the National Ensign flown at half-staff on some occasions? A32. to honor and pay respect to deceased persons of national importance.

Q33. What are the words to the Pledge of Allegiance? A33. “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

Q34. The grommet on the chin strap:  “The grommet on the chin strap is placed on my left, Sir”.

Q35. Anchor on a garrison cover:  “The anchor on a garrison cap is worn 1 and ½ inch above the bottom edge and 2 inches from the fore crease, on the left side, Sir”.

Q36. CPO and above rank on garrison covers:  The rank insignia on a garrison cap is worn 1 and ½ inch above the bottom edge and 2 inches from the fore crease, on the right side, Sir”.

Q37. Shoe Laces:  “Shoe laces are right over left as I look at them, no bridges, Sir”.

Q38. Gig Line:  “The gig line is the alignment of the outside edge of the shirt, pants and belt buckle, Sir”.

Q39. Fingernails (female):  “The fingernails can be a maximum of ¼ inch from the fingertip, natural colors only, Sir”

Q40. Fingernails (male):  “The fingernails can not extend beyond the fingertip, Sir”.

Q41. Male sideburns Length: “Shall not extend below the middle of the ear, Sir”

Q42. Male Hair: “Must be tapered upwards around the ears and neck, must not touch the collar, maximum length 4 inches, Sir”

Q43. Female Hair Length: “May touch, but not be below the lower edge of the back of the collar, Sir”

Q44. Female Ear Rings: “One per ear, centered on the earlobe, small gold or silver ball, Sir”

Q45. Male Ear Rings: “Not authorized, Sir”

Q46. Rings: “One per hand, plus an engagement ring, Sir”

          United States Navy Core Values

         Throughout its history, the Navy has successfully met all its challenges. America's naval service began

         during the American Revolution, when on Oct. 13, 1775, the Continental Congress authorized a few small ships. Creating the Continental Navy. Esek Hopkins was appointed Commander-in-Chief and 22 officers were commissioned, including John Paul Jones.

         From those early days of naval service, certain bedrock principles or core values have carried on to today. They consist of three basic principles.

     

         Honor: "I will bear true faith and allegiance ..."

         Accordingly, we will: Conduct ourselves in the highest ethical manner in all relationships with peers,

         superiors and subordinates; Be honest and truthful in our dealings with each other, and with those outside the Navy; Be willing to make honest recommendations and accept those of junior personnel; Encourage new ideas and deliver the bad news, even when it is unpopular; Abide by an uncompromising code of integrity, taking responsibility for our actions and keeping our word; Fulfill or exceed our legal and ethical responsibilities in our public and personal lives twenty-four hours a day. Illegal or improper behavior or even the appearance of such behavior will not be tolerated. We are accountable for our professional and personal behavior. We will be mindful of the privilege to serve our fellow Americans.

     

       Courage: "I will support and defend ..." 

         Accordingly, we will have: courage to meet the demands of our profession and the mission when it is

         hazardous, demanding, or otherwise difficult; Make decisions in the best interest of the navy and the nation, without regard to personal consequences; Meet these challenges while adhering to a higher standard of personal conduct and decency; Be loyal to our nation, ensuring the resources entrusted to us are used in an honest, careful, and efficient way. Courage is the value that gives us the moral and mental strength to do what is right, even in the face of personal or professional adversity.

         Commitment: "I will obey the orders ..."

          Accordingly, we will: Demand respect up and down the chain of command; Care for the safety,

         professional, personal and spiritual well-being of our people; Show respect toward all people without regard to race, religion, or gender; Treat each individual with human dignity; Be committed to positive change and constant improvement; Exhibit the highest degree of moral character, technical excellence, quality and competence in what we have been trained to do. The day-to-day duty of every Navy man and woman is to work together as a team to improve the quality of our work, our people and ourselves.