Leading Marines Questions and
answers (verified for accuracy)
We obtain our values through the influence of our ________, ________, and
________ with earlier experiences having more of an effect than later
experiences. - answer Parents, teachers, and peers
Attitudes are not as deeply held as values. - answer True
CATEGORIES - answer Values are organized into the following five categories:
•Political values
•Social values
•Personal values
•Economic values
•Religious values
CHARACTER - answer Our character is defined by "...the commitment to an
admirable set of values, and the courage to manifest those values in one's
life, no matter the cost in terms of personal success or popularity." (Sorely,
1989)
VALUES AND LEADERSHIP - answer If a Marine is left without any guidance or
supervision, then personal values will determine what that Marine will or will
not do.
Leaders must provide guidance and supervision to inspire and reinforce
organizational values to have an effect on the behavior of our Marines.
IDENTIFYING WITH PEERS VICE UNIT - answer When there is a breakdown in
vertical cohesion within the parent command, Marines only identify with their
peers and not with their unit. Marines in a group or section are only loyal to
those Marines within the immediate group.
, IMPACT ON UNIT SUCCESS - answer Some Marines fail to make the
connection between group objectives and command mission. Failing to
understand the impact they have on the operation of the unit causes a
disassociation from the unit and the Marine Corps.
INSUFFICIENT CHALLENGES - answer Many Marines joined the Corps to be
challenged to the fullest extent of their capabilities. Disillusionment occurs if
their units have low individual expectations.
INEFFECTIVE MENTORS - answer When new Marines check into a unit, they
are looking to others to confirm accepted behaviors. Without a proper
mentor, a Marine may choose a negative role model simply because of a
dominant personality.
LACK OF MARINE CORPS STANDARDS - answer A witnessed deviation from,
and a lack of adherence to, required standards leaves a negative opinion of
both the command and the leadership. If Marines are continually exposed to
such an environment, their standards will begin to suffer as their
expectations and sense of accomplishment dwindle.
INSUFFICIENT DISCIPLINE - answer Discipline is degraded when commands
relax standards, whether traditional customs or published regulations. All
Marines are responsible for and capable of enforcing good discipline.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION - answer The best and most important way to resolve
conflicting values is through leadership by example.
A Marine's sense of pride in who they are stems from a dedication to our
________. - answer Organizational values
As a leader, it is your job to sustain organizational values, set the example,
and guide the way for new Marines. - answer true
As much as anything, our ________ set us apart. - answer Core values
answers (verified for accuracy)
We obtain our values through the influence of our ________, ________, and
________ with earlier experiences having more of an effect than later
experiences. - answer Parents, teachers, and peers
Attitudes are not as deeply held as values. - answer True
CATEGORIES - answer Values are organized into the following five categories:
•Political values
•Social values
•Personal values
•Economic values
•Religious values
CHARACTER - answer Our character is defined by "...the commitment to an
admirable set of values, and the courage to manifest those values in one's
life, no matter the cost in terms of personal success or popularity." (Sorely,
1989)
VALUES AND LEADERSHIP - answer If a Marine is left without any guidance or
supervision, then personal values will determine what that Marine will or will
not do.
Leaders must provide guidance and supervision to inspire and reinforce
organizational values to have an effect on the behavior of our Marines.
IDENTIFYING WITH PEERS VICE UNIT - answer When there is a breakdown in
vertical cohesion within the parent command, Marines only identify with their
peers and not with their unit. Marines in a group or section are only loyal to
those Marines within the immediate group.
, IMPACT ON UNIT SUCCESS - answer Some Marines fail to make the
connection between group objectives and command mission. Failing to
understand the impact they have on the operation of the unit causes a
disassociation from the unit and the Marine Corps.
INSUFFICIENT CHALLENGES - answer Many Marines joined the Corps to be
challenged to the fullest extent of their capabilities. Disillusionment occurs if
their units have low individual expectations.
INEFFECTIVE MENTORS - answer When new Marines check into a unit, they
are looking to others to confirm accepted behaviors. Without a proper
mentor, a Marine may choose a negative role model simply because of a
dominant personality.
LACK OF MARINE CORPS STANDARDS - answer A witnessed deviation from,
and a lack of adherence to, required standards leaves a negative opinion of
both the command and the leadership. If Marines are continually exposed to
such an environment, their standards will begin to suffer as their
expectations and sense of accomplishment dwindle.
INSUFFICIENT DISCIPLINE - answer Discipline is degraded when commands
relax standards, whether traditional customs or published regulations. All
Marines are responsible for and capable of enforcing good discipline.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION - answer The best and most important way to resolve
conflicting values is through leadership by example.
A Marine's sense of pride in who they are stems from a dedication to our
________. - answer Organizational values
As a leader, it is your job to sustain organizational values, set the example,
and guide the way for new Marines. - answer true
As much as anything, our ________ set us apart. - answer Core values
