VOLUME 1, CHAPTER 1 LATEST
UPDATED QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
CORRECT ANSWERS
, State the motto of the Civil Air Patrol. - ANSWERThe motto of the Civil Air Patrol is
Semper Vigilans (Always Vigilant).
When was the Civil Air Patrol founded? - ANSWERThe Civil Air Patrol was founded on
December 1, 1941.
Where is the Civil Air Patrol headquarters located? - ANSWERThe Civil Air Patrol is
headquartered at the Maxwell Air Force Base located in Montgomery, Alabama.
Explain why America needs leadership. - ANSWERTo remain a strong nation, America
needs leaders who stand up for what is right. America needs leaders who put the team's
needs ahead of their own. America ill always face problems, so America needs leaders
who think creatively. America needs leaders whose skills of persuasion motivate others
to to follow their lead. Leaders propel America forward, as even the most advanced
institutions will stumble without leadership. America's continued success depends on
today's young people becoming the leaders we need them to be.
Explain the source of leadership. - ANSWERA person's leadership ability comes from
two sources: their natural talent, and their leadership education, training, and
experience.
Explain why leaders are rare. - ANSWERMaybe it's because leadership requires hard
work or because leadership requires an uncommon willingness to put the team's needs
ahead of one's own.
Explain the first step in leadership. - ANSWERThe first step in leadership is learning
how to lead yourself. This includes learning how to contribute to a team, how to wear
the uniform, how to drill, and how to follow the guidance of the leaders above you.
What does the study of the art of leadership begin with? - ANSWERThe study of the art
of leadership should begin with its most important element, character.
Explain what a "warrior" is in the context of the "warrior spirit". - ANSWERA warrior is
someone whose strong character enables them to make sacrifices for the team and
achieve their long-term goals. Warriors defend their personal honor. The Air Force
defines the warrior spirit as a condition of the heart: a tough-mindedness and tireless
motivation.
Describe the hallmarks of the warrior spirit. - ANSWERHaving a warrior spirit means
that you make a promise to yourself that you will not lie, cheat, or steal, even if
everyone else commits these wrongs.