Sgts Course Squad Operations- Questions
and Answers| Latest Update
What is achieved when the unit has been taught and pays strict attention to instructions regarding
the use of the rifle, automatic rifle, and grenade launcher; and when it can collectively execute
fire commands with precision? Fire discipline
The defensive fundamentals are: __________, __________, __________, offensive action, use
of terrain, __________, defense in depth, surprise, and __________.
Preparation,Concentration,Flexibility,Mutual support,Knowledge of the enemy
Which of the following describes how the key elements of S.A.F.E. allows Marines to establish a
well- prepared defense. S.A.F.E. provides security, automatic weapons, fields of fire, and
entrenchment, coordinating effective protection for a squad in the defense.
Which of the following best defines a supplementary fighting position? A position used to
guard against an enemy attack other than those from where the main attack is expected.
Which of the following terms is defined as an immediately available prearranged barrier of fire
designed to impede enemy movement across defensive lines or areas? Final protective fire
(FPF)
COMBAT PATROLS Raid
Contact
Ambush
, Security
RECONNAISSANCE PATROLS Area recon:An area reconnaissance is a directed effort
to obtain detailed information concerning the terrain or enemy activity within a prescribed area
such as a town, ridge-line, woods, or other features critical to operations. An area reconnaissance
could also target a single point, such as a bridge or installation.
Zone recon:A zone reconnaissance is a directed effort to obtain detailed information concerning
all routes, obstacles, terrain, and enemy forces within a zone defined by boundaries. A zone
reconnaissance is normally assigned when the enemy situation is vague or when information
concerning cross-country trafficability is desired.
Route recon:Route reconnaissance is a directed effort to obtain detailed information about a
specific route and all terrain from which the enemy could influence movement. It is also
described as a form of reconnaissance focused along a specific line of communications—such as
road, railway, or waterway—to provide new or updated information on route conditions and
activities along the route.
Combat Patrol Organization Combat patrols must perform four basic functions:
•Provide control.
•Provide security.
and Answers| Latest Update
What is achieved when the unit has been taught and pays strict attention to instructions regarding
the use of the rifle, automatic rifle, and grenade launcher; and when it can collectively execute
fire commands with precision? Fire discipline
The defensive fundamentals are: __________, __________, __________, offensive action, use
of terrain, __________, defense in depth, surprise, and __________.
Preparation,Concentration,Flexibility,Mutual support,Knowledge of the enemy
Which of the following describes how the key elements of S.A.F.E. allows Marines to establish a
well- prepared defense. S.A.F.E. provides security, automatic weapons, fields of fire, and
entrenchment, coordinating effective protection for a squad in the defense.
Which of the following best defines a supplementary fighting position? A position used to
guard against an enemy attack other than those from where the main attack is expected.
Which of the following terms is defined as an immediately available prearranged barrier of fire
designed to impede enemy movement across defensive lines or areas? Final protective fire
(FPF)
COMBAT PATROLS Raid
Contact
Ambush
, Security
RECONNAISSANCE PATROLS Area recon:An area reconnaissance is a directed effort
to obtain detailed information concerning the terrain or enemy activity within a prescribed area
such as a town, ridge-line, woods, or other features critical to operations. An area reconnaissance
could also target a single point, such as a bridge or installation.
Zone recon:A zone reconnaissance is a directed effort to obtain detailed information concerning
all routes, obstacles, terrain, and enemy forces within a zone defined by boundaries. A zone
reconnaissance is normally assigned when the enemy situation is vague or when information
concerning cross-country trafficability is desired.
Route recon:Route reconnaissance is a directed effort to obtain detailed information about a
specific route and all terrain from which the enemy could influence movement. It is also
described as a form of reconnaissance focused along a specific line of communications—such as
road, railway, or waterway—to provide new or updated information on route conditions and
activities along the route.
Combat Patrol Organization Combat patrols must perform four basic functions:
•Provide control.
•Provide security.
