CPB Board Study Questions and answers, 100% Accurate, Graded A+

CPB Board Study Questions and answers, 100% Accurate, Graded A+ When was the Code Of Conduct established? - -17 August 1955 under the Eisenhower Administration What Army Regulation covers the Code of Conduct? - -AR 350-30 If you become a prisoner of war, what information would you be required to give? - -Name, Rank, Service Number, Date of birth What Article of the Code of Conduct pertains to escape and evasion? - -Article 3 When was the Code of Conduct amended? - -May 1988 How many Articles are in the Code of Conduct? - -6 Articles What is the first sentence of Article 1 of the Code of Conduct? - -I am an American, fighting in the forces which guard my country and our way of life What should prisoners be searched for? - -Hidden weapons and documents of intelligence value Does the Code of Conduct apply to Soldiers held by terrorists during peacetime? - -Yes What is the main purpose of the Geneva Convention? - -It provides rules that prisoners of war must be treated humanely. Specifically forbidden are violence to life and person, cruel treatment and torture, outrages on personal dignity (in particular, humiliating and degrading treatment) Under the Geneva Convention, can a person worship as he pleases? - -Yes What document supports the Code of Conduct? - -Manual for Courts- Martial under Uniform Code of Military Justice What does SERE stand for? - -Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape What was the reason the Code of Conduct was developed? - -To provide a mental defense for U.S. POWs to use to resist enemy POW management practices What date was the Army flag dedicated? - -14 June 1956 (it was approved 12 June 1956) Who was the first Commander in Chief of the Continental Army? - -George Washington When was the start of the Revolutionary War? - -19 April, 1775 When was the Declaration of Independence signed? - -4 July, 1776 The Army received it's first real training from what Prussian officer? - -Baron Freidrich von Steuben What did Baron von Steuben teach the continental Army at Valley Forge? - -A Simplified but effective version of drill formations Proper use of equipment The use of the bayonet Officers are responsible for taking care of their Soldiers Taught NCOs how to train and lead those Soldiers What is the name of the document that originally governed the U.S.? - -The Articles of Confederation The Nation nearly doubled in size in 1803 because of what purchase? - -The Louisiana Purchase Who was a prolific writer that wrote "The Army Regulations of 1821?" - -General Winfield Scott What are some areas covered in "The Army Regulations of 1821"? - -The Hand salute How to conduct a march How to make a good stew for the company What is the bloodiest war in American history? - -The Civil War with the death of over 600,000 Americans on both sides. When and where did the Civil War begin? - -April of 1861 in Fort Sumter, in Charleston Harbor, South Carolina The Union defeat at the First Battle of Bull Run showed the need for more what? - -For more thorough preparation and more Soldiers Lincolns Emancipation Proclamation freed slaves as of when? - -1 January, 1863 Why is the flag worn on the right shoulder? - -To give the effect of the flag flying in the breeze as the wearer moves forward Why are all Soldiers in the U.S. Army now authorized to wear the Reverse-Side Full-Color U.S. Flag Cloth Replica upon gaining permission from their commander? - -The Nation is at war and will be for the foreseeable future. It exemplifies a Soldiers commitment to fight and win our Nation's war What AR covers the sale and issue of personal clothing? - -AR 700-84 When is the only time commercially designed protective headgear is authorized for wear with the uniform? - -When operating motorcycles, bicycles, or like vehicles When must ID tags be worn? - -When directed by the commander, engaged in field training, in an aircraft, or OCONUS What does ECWCS stand for? - -Extended Cold Weather Clothing System What ranks does a Soldier wear shoulder boards? - -Corporal and above What is a CVC uniform? - -Combat Vehicle Crewman's Uniform (Tanker's Uniform) Exposed pens in pockets are only allowed on which uniforms? - -Hospital Duty uniforms Food Service uniforms Flight Uniforms CVC Uniforms How is the beret properly worn? - -So that the headband is straight across the forehead 1 Inch above the eyebrows Flash is positioned above the left eye Excess material is draped over to the right ear, extending to at least the top of the ear and no lower than the middle Must cut off ends of adjusting ribbon and secure inside binding Formed to the shape of the head; Cannot wear hairstyles that distort the beret Who is authorized wear of their branch insignia on their patrol cap? - -Chaplains When is the wear of Army uniforms prohibited? - -1. In connection with the furtherance of any political or commercial interests, or when engaged in off-duty civilian employment. 2. When participating in public speeches, interviews, picket lines, marches, rallies, or public demonstrations, except as authorized by competent authority. 3. When attending any meeting or event that is a function of, or is sponsored by, an extremist organization. 4. When wearing the uniform would bring discredit upon the Army. 5. When specifically prohibited by Army regulations. Soldiers wear headgear except - -If it would interfere with safe operation of military vehicles In a POV, commercial vehicle, or on public conveyance In-doors Not required at evening social events (After retreat) How will service ribbons be worn on the female Class A uniform? - -Centered on the left side with the bottom row parallel with the bottom of the nameplate. May be adjusted to conform to the individual's body shape How are unit awards worn on the male Class A uniform? - -Centered with the bottom edge 1/8th of an inch above the right breast pocket What AR covers Military Justice? - -AR 27-10 Does a person have to accept an Article 15? - -No they may request a trial by court martial What kind of duty is an NCO given by an article 15 ? - -Supervisory only What is the UCMJ? - -Statute that prescribes criminal law for soldiers How many Articles are in the UCMJ? - -146 with 12 sub-articles totaling 158 When was the UCMJ enacted? - -May 1950 and replaced the Articles of War What is a Field Grade Article 15? - -An Article 15 imposed by an O4 or above Who may impose an Article 15? - -Any commanding officer, including a warrant officer exercising command What does the UCMJ establish? - -Declares what conduct is a crime Establishes the various types of courts Sets for the basic procedures to be followed in the administration of military justice