CFT Monitor USMC Exam
1. What is the primary purpose of the USMC Combat Fitness Test (CFT)?
A. To measure an individual’s ability to perform classroom tasks
B. To evaluate basic rifle marksmanship
C. To assess combat-related functional fitness
D. To determine swimming proficiency
Answer: C. To assess combat-related functional fitness
Explanation:
The CFT is designed to evaluate a Marine's strength, agility, stamina, and
coordination in combat-related tasks.
2. How many events make up the Combat Fitness Test?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
Answer: B. 3
Explanation:
The CFT has three events:
Movement to Contact (MTC) – 880-yard sprint
Ammunition Can Lifts (AL) – Maximum repetitions in 2 minutes
,Maneuver Under Fire (MANUF) – Timed event with various combat-related tasks
3. Who is responsible for ensuring the CFT is conducted safely and according to
standards?
A. Test participants
B. The CFT Monitor
C. The test administrator only
D. Any Marine present
Answer: B. The CFT Monitor
Explanation:
The CFT Monitor oversees the entire test, ensuring adherence to USMC safety and
testing guidelines.
4. How often are Marines required to complete the CFT?
A. Once per quarter
B. Annually
C. Twice per year
D. Once every two years
Answer: C. Twice per year
Explanation:
Marines must take the CFT semi-annually, typically paired with the PFT (Physical
Fitness Test).
Section 2: Movement to Contact (MTC)
5. What is the required distance for the Movement to Contact event?
A. 440 yards
B. 880 yards
C. 1 mile
D. 1.5 miles
,Answer: B. 880 yards
Explanation:
The MTC event consists of a half-mile (880 yards) sprint wearing appropriate USMC
physical training uniform.
6. During the Movement to Contact, what must the monitor ensure before starting?
A. That Marines understand pacing strategy
B. That Marines are wearing weighted gear
C. That the course is clear and safe
D. That Marines complete push-ups first
Answer: C. That the course is clear and safe
Explanation:
Safety is the priority, and the monitor must ensure there are no obstacles or hazards
before starting.
Section 3: Ammunition Can Lifts (AL)
7. What is the standard weight of the ammunition can used for the Ammo Can Lifts
event?
A. 15 lbs
B. 20 lbs
C. 25 lbs
D. 30 lbs
Answer: C. 30 lbs
Explanation:
Ammo cans must weigh 30 lbs to simulate lifting in combat conditions.
8. How long is the time limit for completing maximum ammunition can lifts?
A. 60 seconds
, B. 90 seconds
C. 2 minutes
D. 3 minutes
Answer: C. 2 minutes
Explanation:
Marines have 2 minutes to complete as many proper lifts as possible.
9. What is considered a proper repetition during the Ammo Can Lift event?
A. Lifting above the waist only
B. Fully extending arms overhead until elbows lock out
C. Raising the ammo can to shoulder level
D. Lifting with only one hand
Answer: B. Fully extending arms overhead until elbows lock out
Explanation:
For a rep to count, the ammo can must be lifted overhead with arms fully extended
and elbows locked out.
Section 4: Maneuver Under Fire (MANUF)
10. Which of the following tasks is NOT part of the Maneuver Under Fire event?
A. Crawling under low obstacles
B. Fireman carry of another Marine
C. Sprinting and changing directions
D. 500-meter swim
Answer: D. 500-meter swim
Explanation:
Swimming is not part of MANUF. Tasks include crawling, carrying, sprinting, and
agility movements.
1. What is the primary purpose of the USMC Combat Fitness Test (CFT)?
A. To measure an individual’s ability to perform classroom tasks
B. To evaluate basic rifle marksmanship
C. To assess combat-related functional fitness
D. To determine swimming proficiency
Answer: C. To assess combat-related functional fitness
Explanation:
The CFT is designed to evaluate a Marine's strength, agility, stamina, and
coordination in combat-related tasks.
2. How many events make up the Combat Fitness Test?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
Answer: B. 3
Explanation:
The CFT has three events:
Movement to Contact (MTC) – 880-yard sprint
Ammunition Can Lifts (AL) – Maximum repetitions in 2 minutes
,Maneuver Under Fire (MANUF) – Timed event with various combat-related tasks
3. Who is responsible for ensuring the CFT is conducted safely and according to
standards?
A. Test participants
B. The CFT Monitor
C. The test administrator only
D. Any Marine present
Answer: B. The CFT Monitor
Explanation:
The CFT Monitor oversees the entire test, ensuring adherence to USMC safety and
testing guidelines.
4. How often are Marines required to complete the CFT?
A. Once per quarter
B. Annually
C. Twice per year
D. Once every two years
Answer: C. Twice per year
Explanation:
Marines must take the CFT semi-annually, typically paired with the PFT (Physical
Fitness Test).
Section 2: Movement to Contact (MTC)
5. What is the required distance for the Movement to Contact event?
A. 440 yards
B. 880 yards
C. 1 mile
D. 1.5 miles
,Answer: B. 880 yards
Explanation:
The MTC event consists of a half-mile (880 yards) sprint wearing appropriate USMC
physical training uniform.
6. During the Movement to Contact, what must the monitor ensure before starting?
A. That Marines understand pacing strategy
B. That Marines are wearing weighted gear
C. That the course is clear and safe
D. That Marines complete push-ups first
Answer: C. That the course is clear and safe
Explanation:
Safety is the priority, and the monitor must ensure there are no obstacles or hazards
before starting.
Section 3: Ammunition Can Lifts (AL)
7. What is the standard weight of the ammunition can used for the Ammo Can Lifts
event?
A. 15 lbs
B. 20 lbs
C. 25 lbs
D. 30 lbs
Answer: C. 30 lbs
Explanation:
Ammo cans must weigh 30 lbs to simulate lifting in combat conditions.
8. How long is the time limit for completing maximum ammunition can lifts?
A. 60 seconds
, B. 90 seconds
C. 2 minutes
D. 3 minutes
Answer: C. 2 minutes
Explanation:
Marines have 2 minutes to complete as many proper lifts as possible.
9. What is considered a proper repetition during the Ammo Can Lift event?
A. Lifting above the waist only
B. Fully extending arms overhead until elbows lock out
C. Raising the ammo can to shoulder level
D. Lifting with only one hand
Answer: B. Fully extending arms overhead until elbows lock out
Explanation:
For a rep to count, the ammo can must be lifted overhead with arms fully extended
and elbows locked out.
Section 4: Maneuver Under Fire (MANUF)
10. Which of the following tasks is NOT part of the Maneuver Under Fire event?
A. Crawling under low obstacles
B. Fireman carry of another Marine
C. Sprinting and changing directions
D. 500-meter swim
Answer: D. 500-meter swim
Explanation:
Swimming is not part of MANUF. Tasks include crawling, carrying, sprinting, and
agility movements.
