Navy ODS Knowledge Book Exam
Questions and Answers19
Oath of Office - ANSWERS-'I, XXX, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend
the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic;
that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same;
that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion;
and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter.
So help me God.'
Sailor's Creed - ANSWERS-I am a United States Sailor.
I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the
orders of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who
have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.
I proudly serve my country's Navy combat team with Honor, Courage and Commitment.
I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.
Mission of the Navy - ANSWERS-The mission of the Navy is to recruit, train, equip, and organize
to deliver combat ready Naval forces to win conflicts and wars while maintaining security and
deterrence though sustained forward presence.
First Article of the Code of Conduct - ANSWERS-I am an American, fighting in the forces which
guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.
Second Article of the code of Conduct - ANSWERS-I will never surrender of my own free will. If
in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the
means to resist.
,Third Article of the Code of Conduct - ANSWERS-If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all
means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither
parole nor special favors from the enemy.
Fourth Article of the Code of Conduct - ANSWERS-If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith
with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any actions which might be
harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders
of those appointed over me, and will back them up in every way.
Fifth Article of the Code of Conduct - ANSWERS-When questioned, should I become a prisoner
of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade
answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written
statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.
Sixth Article of the Code of Conduct - ANSWERS-I will never forget that I am an American,
fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my
country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.
First General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Take charge of this post and all government
property in view.
Second General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Walk my post in a military manner, keeping
always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.
Third General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Report all violations of orders I am instructed to
enforce.
Fourth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Repeat all calls from any post more distant from
the guard house than my own.
Fifth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Quit my post only when properly relieved.
, Sixth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who
relieves me all orders from the Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck,
and Officers and Petty Officers of the Watch.
Seventh General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Talk to no one except in the line of duty.
Eighth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
Ninth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Call the OOD in any case not covered by
instructions.
Tenth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Salute all officers, and all colors and standards
not cased
Eleventh General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Be especially watchful at night, and during the
time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post, and to allow no one to pass
without proper authority.
Fifteen Leadership Traits - ANSWERS-J - Judgment
J - Justice
D - Decisiveness
I - Initiative
D - Dependability
T- Tact
I - Integrity
E - Endurance
B - Bearing
Questions and Answers19
Oath of Office - ANSWERS-'I, XXX, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend
the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic;
that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same;
that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion;
and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter.
So help me God.'
Sailor's Creed - ANSWERS-I am a United States Sailor.
I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the
orders of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who
have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.
I proudly serve my country's Navy combat team with Honor, Courage and Commitment.
I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.
Mission of the Navy - ANSWERS-The mission of the Navy is to recruit, train, equip, and organize
to deliver combat ready Naval forces to win conflicts and wars while maintaining security and
deterrence though sustained forward presence.
First Article of the Code of Conduct - ANSWERS-I am an American, fighting in the forces which
guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.
Second Article of the code of Conduct - ANSWERS-I will never surrender of my own free will. If
in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the
means to resist.
,Third Article of the Code of Conduct - ANSWERS-If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all
means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither
parole nor special favors from the enemy.
Fourth Article of the Code of Conduct - ANSWERS-If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith
with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any actions which might be
harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders
of those appointed over me, and will back them up in every way.
Fifth Article of the Code of Conduct - ANSWERS-When questioned, should I become a prisoner
of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade
answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written
statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.
Sixth Article of the Code of Conduct - ANSWERS-I will never forget that I am an American,
fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my
country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.
First General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Take charge of this post and all government
property in view.
Second General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Walk my post in a military manner, keeping
always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.
Third General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Report all violations of orders I am instructed to
enforce.
Fourth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Repeat all calls from any post more distant from
the guard house than my own.
Fifth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Quit my post only when properly relieved.
, Sixth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who
relieves me all orders from the Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck,
and Officers and Petty Officers of the Watch.
Seventh General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Talk to no one except in the line of duty.
Eighth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
Ninth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Call the OOD in any case not covered by
instructions.
Tenth General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Salute all officers, and all colors and standards
not cased
Eleventh General Order of the Sentry - ANSWERS-Be especially watchful at night, and during the
time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post, and to allow no one to pass
without proper authority.
Fifteen Leadership Traits - ANSWERS-J - Judgment
J - Justice
D - Decisiveness
I - Initiative
D - Dependability
T- Tact
I - Integrity
E - Endurance
B - Bearing
