JROTC LET III Study Guide UPDATED
Questions and CORRECT Answers
If someone asked you about what you expect to get out of Army JROTC, which of the following
responses would you use to best inform them about the mission and purpose of JROTC -
CORRECT ANSWER - "We expect to develop our personal growth skills as we participate
in a variety of experiences and leadership situations to help us be better citizens. That's the
mission of JROTC."
The JROTC Instructor asked your friend what he knew about Army JROTC. He replied that he
had heard both good and bad things about it. He also said that he thought it would be good place
to learn leadership, but that he was sure he wasn't going to like some of the challenges. The
instructor smiled because she like his answer, then she thanked your friend for his candor. Your
friend didn't know what that meant, so the instructor asked you if you knew. What should you
say? - CORRECT ANSWER - Candor means fairness, openness, and frankness
What is the mission of Army JROTC? - CORRECT ANSWER - To motivate young people
to be better citizens.
In your LET texts, what with Leadership Theory and Application teach you? - CORRECT
ANSWER - How to influence others while you are leading them, how to be a leader, what
you do while you are leading.
Teamwork is the ability to work well with others towards a common goal. It is one of the
hallmarks of Army JROTC. If you were describing some of the activities you do in JROTC to
develop teamwork, what would you most likely be talking about? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Drill and ceremonies, first aid, and map reading
You are the leader of a team of Cadets that successfully accomplished a number of tasks.
Initially, you team consisted of new Cadets from many different backgrounds. They did not work
well together and you had to constantly settle disputes. Your leadership skills helped guide them
to complete the tasks and build a strong, cohesive team. Because of your team's success, you
were commended by your JROTC Instructor for your specific skill in: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Conflict Resolution
,When was JROTC established by Congress? - CORRECT ANSWER - 1916
Name the congressional act that launched the JROTC program. - CORRECT ANSWER -
The National Defense Act of 1916
Where in the U.S. was the first JROTC program established as the American Literary, Scientific,
and Military Academy? - CORRECT ANSWER - Norwich, Vermont
T/F: One of the LET goals is to get Cadets to join the military service. - CORRECT
ANSWER - False
T/F: One of the LET goals is to teach Cadets conflict resolution skills. - CORRECT
ANSWER - True
The academy in Norwich, Vermont, which had the first JROTC program was the ____________
Academy. - CORRECT ANSWER - American Literary, Scientific, and Military
As a net Cadet, you are being introduced to your chain of command. The person wearing the
rank of 2nd Lieutenant is most likely your _______________. - CORRECT ANSWER -
Platoon Leader
Your job is to make sure the Battalion Commander's guidance is understood and acted on by the
Company Commanders and the Battalion Staff. You also manage the staff so that all of the
different staff sections coordinate and work with each other to advise the Commander, plan
projects and activities, perform administrative duties, maintain security, and issue property. What
is your position in the Battalion? - CORRECT ANSWER - Executive Officer (XO)
T/F: In the pyramid of authority in JROTC, from the top to the bottom of the pyramid is a chain
of command. - CORRECT ANSWER - True
What category of Cadets holds the grades of E-1 through E-9? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Enlisted
, A company consists of a headquarters section and at least two _____________. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Platoons
To whom does the Cadet Battalion Commander report? - CORRECT ANSWER - To the
Army Instructors and to the principal.
composed of a headquarters section and at least two or three squads. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Platoon
What is the rank of a JROTC Battalion Commander? - CORRECT ANSWER - Cadet
Lieutenant Colonel
What is the rank of JROTC company Commander? - CORRECT ANSWER - Cadet
Captain
What is the rank of a JROTC Battalion Executive Officer? - CORRECT ANSWER - Cadet
Major
Who in the unit is primarily responsible for stuff maters pertaining to security? - CORRECT
ANSWER - The S-2, also called the Battalion Intelligence or Security Officer
What are the primary responsibilities of the Battalion S-3? - CORRECT ANSWER - To
assist the Battalion Commander in the preparation, conduct, and supervision of all Cadet
battalion training activities.
consists of a headquarters section and at least two platoons. - CORRECT ANSWER -
Company
Who are responsible for the formation, appearance, training, and discipline of their team
members? - CORRECT ANSWER - The team leaders
Questions and CORRECT Answers
If someone asked you about what you expect to get out of Army JROTC, which of the following
responses would you use to best inform them about the mission and purpose of JROTC -
CORRECT ANSWER - "We expect to develop our personal growth skills as we participate
in a variety of experiences and leadership situations to help us be better citizens. That's the
mission of JROTC."
The JROTC Instructor asked your friend what he knew about Army JROTC. He replied that he
had heard both good and bad things about it. He also said that he thought it would be good place
to learn leadership, but that he was sure he wasn't going to like some of the challenges. The
instructor smiled because she like his answer, then she thanked your friend for his candor. Your
friend didn't know what that meant, so the instructor asked you if you knew. What should you
say? - CORRECT ANSWER - Candor means fairness, openness, and frankness
What is the mission of Army JROTC? - CORRECT ANSWER - To motivate young people
to be better citizens.
In your LET texts, what with Leadership Theory and Application teach you? - CORRECT
ANSWER - How to influence others while you are leading them, how to be a leader, what
you do while you are leading.
Teamwork is the ability to work well with others towards a common goal. It is one of the
hallmarks of Army JROTC. If you were describing some of the activities you do in JROTC to
develop teamwork, what would you most likely be talking about? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Drill and ceremonies, first aid, and map reading
You are the leader of a team of Cadets that successfully accomplished a number of tasks.
Initially, you team consisted of new Cadets from many different backgrounds. They did not work
well together and you had to constantly settle disputes. Your leadership skills helped guide them
to complete the tasks and build a strong, cohesive team. Because of your team's success, you
were commended by your JROTC Instructor for your specific skill in: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Conflict Resolution
,When was JROTC established by Congress? - CORRECT ANSWER - 1916
Name the congressional act that launched the JROTC program. - CORRECT ANSWER -
The National Defense Act of 1916
Where in the U.S. was the first JROTC program established as the American Literary, Scientific,
and Military Academy? - CORRECT ANSWER - Norwich, Vermont
T/F: One of the LET goals is to get Cadets to join the military service. - CORRECT
ANSWER - False
T/F: One of the LET goals is to teach Cadets conflict resolution skills. - CORRECT
ANSWER - True
The academy in Norwich, Vermont, which had the first JROTC program was the ____________
Academy. - CORRECT ANSWER - American Literary, Scientific, and Military
As a net Cadet, you are being introduced to your chain of command. The person wearing the
rank of 2nd Lieutenant is most likely your _______________. - CORRECT ANSWER -
Platoon Leader
Your job is to make sure the Battalion Commander's guidance is understood and acted on by the
Company Commanders and the Battalion Staff. You also manage the staff so that all of the
different staff sections coordinate and work with each other to advise the Commander, plan
projects and activities, perform administrative duties, maintain security, and issue property. What
is your position in the Battalion? - CORRECT ANSWER - Executive Officer (XO)
T/F: In the pyramid of authority in JROTC, from the top to the bottom of the pyramid is a chain
of command. - CORRECT ANSWER - True
What category of Cadets holds the grades of E-1 through E-9? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Enlisted
, A company consists of a headquarters section and at least two _____________. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Platoons
To whom does the Cadet Battalion Commander report? - CORRECT ANSWER - To the
Army Instructors and to the principal.
composed of a headquarters section and at least two or three squads. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Platoon
What is the rank of a JROTC Battalion Commander? - CORRECT ANSWER - Cadet
Lieutenant Colonel
What is the rank of JROTC company Commander? - CORRECT ANSWER - Cadet
Captain
What is the rank of a JROTC Battalion Executive Officer? - CORRECT ANSWER - Cadet
Major
Who in the unit is primarily responsible for stuff maters pertaining to security? - CORRECT
ANSWER - The S-2, also called the Battalion Intelligence or Security Officer
What are the primary responsibilities of the Battalion S-3? - CORRECT ANSWER - To
assist the Battalion Commander in the preparation, conduct, and supervision of all Cadet
battalion training activities.
consists of a headquarters section and at least two platoons. - CORRECT ANSWER -
Company
Who are responsible for the formation, appearance, training, and discipline of their team
members? - CORRECT ANSWER - The team leaders
