Drill and Ceremonies Flashcards

What is the primary reference manual for U.S. Army drill and ceremonies?

Answer: FM 3-21.5

FM 3-21.5 (Field Manual 3-21.5) is the primary Army publication that governs drill and ceremonies procedures.

When a unit is given the command 'Fall In,' soldiers align with how many inches between the chest of one soldier and the back of the soldier in front?

Answer: 40 inches

The normal interval in a formation places soldiers approximately 40 inches (arm's length) from chest to back when at attention.

What is the cadence rate for the quick-time march in the U.S. Army?

Answer: 120 steps per minute

Quick time is the standard marching cadence of 120 steps per minute, with each step being 30 inches in length.

The command 'Present Arms' requires the rifle to be held in which position?

Answer: Vertically in front of the body with the muzzle up

Present Arms with a rifle requires holding the weapon vertically in front of the body with the muzzle pointing upward as a saluting position.

Which of the following best describes the position of 'Parade Rest'?

Answer: Left foot moved 12 inches to the left, hands clasped behind the back

Parade Rest requires moving the left foot 12 inches to the left and placing hands behind the back with the left hand clasping the right wrist.

During a military formation, who is the person responsible for maintaining dress and alignment within a rank?

Answer: The base soldier

The base soldier (or base element) sets the standard for alignment, and all other soldiers dress to the base's position.

What is the correct response when a cadet is given the command 'At Ease'?

Answer: Move freely but remain in place and maintain silence

At Ease allows soldiers to move freely within their position but requires them to remain in place and maintain silence.