AR 670-1 WEAR AND APPEARANCE OF
THE MILITARY UNIFORM UPDATED
Questions and CORRECT Answers
What Army Regulation covers the wear and appearance of the military uniform? - CORRECT
ANSWER - AR 670-1
Why is the flag worn on the right shoulder of the Utility Uniform? - CORRECT
ANSWER - The flag is worn on the right shoulder to give the effect of the flag flying in
the breeze as the wearer moves forward.
What AR covers the issue and sale of personal clothing? - CORRECT ANSWER - AR
700-84
When is the only time that commercially designed protective headgear is authorized for wear
with uniform? - CORRECT ANSWER - When operating motorcycles, bicycles or like
vehicles but once the travel is complete
protective headgear must be removed and army headgear donned
When must Identification Tags be worn? - CORRECT ANSWER - When directed by the
commander, engaged in field training, in an aircraft, or OCONUS
What does "ECWCS" stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER - Extended Cold Weather
Clothing System
What are the ranks that shoulder boards come in? - CORRECT ANSWER - Corporal
through SGM of the Army and also the Officer Ranks.
What is a CVC uniform? - CORRECT ANSWER - Combat Vehicle Crewman's Uniform
(Tanker's Uniform)
, Exposed pens in pockets are allowed on which uniforms? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Hospital duty Uniforms Food Service Uniforms Flight Uniforms
CVC Uniforms Army Combat Uniforms
How is the beret properly worn? - CORRECT ANSWER - The beret is worn so that the
headband (edge binding) is straight across the forehead, 1inch above the eyebrows. The flash is
positioned over the left eye, and the excess material is draped over to the right ear, extending to
at least the top of the ear, and no lower than the middle of the ear. Personnel will cut off the ends
of the adjusting ribbon and secure the ribbon knot inside the edge binding at the back of the
beret. When worn properly, the beret is formed to the shape of the head; therefore, soldiers may
not wear hairstyles that cause distortion of the beret.
Who is authorized to wear insignia of branch on the Patrol cap - CORRECT ANSWER -
Chaplains
When is the wear of Army uniforms prohibited? - CORRECT ANSWER - 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.
Describe the rank and grade insignia on the ACU. - CORRECT ANSWER - The rank and
grade will be black embroidery on the digitized fabric with hook fastener, expect major and 2nd
lieutenant; which will be bronze embroidery with hook fastener. The olive drab areas of the
warrant officer rank will be foliage green.
Describe the Name tape / U.S. Army tape for the ACU. - CORRECT ANSWER - . The
U.S. Army Tape will be black embroidery on the digitized fabric with hook fastener. The
finished length will be 5 inches.
THE MILITARY UNIFORM UPDATED
Questions and CORRECT Answers
What Army Regulation covers the wear and appearance of the military uniform? - CORRECT
ANSWER - AR 670-1
Why is the flag worn on the right shoulder of the Utility Uniform? - CORRECT
ANSWER - The flag is worn on the right shoulder to give the effect of the flag flying in
the breeze as the wearer moves forward.
What AR covers the issue and sale of personal clothing? - CORRECT ANSWER - AR
700-84
When is the only time that commercially designed protective headgear is authorized for wear
with uniform? - CORRECT ANSWER - When operating motorcycles, bicycles or like
vehicles but once the travel is complete
protective headgear must be removed and army headgear donned
When must Identification Tags be worn? - CORRECT ANSWER - When directed by the
commander, engaged in field training, in an aircraft, or OCONUS
What does "ECWCS" stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER - Extended Cold Weather
Clothing System
What are the ranks that shoulder boards come in? - CORRECT ANSWER - Corporal
through SGM of the Army and also the Officer Ranks.
What is a CVC uniform? - CORRECT ANSWER - Combat Vehicle Crewman's Uniform
(Tanker's Uniform)
, Exposed pens in pockets are allowed on which uniforms? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Hospital duty Uniforms Food Service Uniforms Flight Uniforms
CVC Uniforms Army Combat Uniforms
How is the beret properly worn? - CORRECT ANSWER - The beret is worn so that the
headband (edge binding) is straight across the forehead, 1inch above the eyebrows. The flash is
positioned over the left eye, and the excess material is draped over to the right ear, extending to
at least the top of the ear, and no lower than the middle of the ear. Personnel will cut off the ends
of the adjusting ribbon and secure the ribbon knot inside the edge binding at the back of the
beret. When worn properly, the beret is formed to the shape of the head; therefore, soldiers may
not wear hairstyles that cause distortion of the beret.
Who is authorized to wear insignia of branch on the Patrol cap - CORRECT ANSWER -
Chaplains
When is the wear of Army uniforms prohibited? - CORRECT ANSWER - 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.
Describe the rank and grade insignia on the ACU. - CORRECT ANSWER - The rank and
grade will be black embroidery on the digitized fabric with hook fastener, expect major and 2nd
lieutenant; which will be bronze embroidery with hook fastener. The olive drab areas of the
warrant officer rank will be foliage green.
Describe the Name tape / U.S. Army tape for the ACU. - CORRECT ANSWER - . The
U.S. Army Tape will be black embroidery on the digitized fabric with hook fastener. The
finished length will be 5 inches.
