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YM/PFC
requirements for PFC out of basic book
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What facial hair are males authorized to have? | sideburns and mustaches |
| What jewelry can be worn with the Young Marine Uniform? | watches, medical items, religious medallions, class or Young Marine rings, or small studs for females |
| How do you state a Young Marine Rank | preceded by “Young Marine” then the rank |
| When is the Young Marine Birthday? | October 17, 1965 |
| Where and when was the Young Marines founded | 1958 in Waterbury, Connecticut |
| As you were | cancel previous command, or go back to last position |
| Bulkhead | wall |
| Carry on | continue with what you’re doing |
| Deck | floor |
| Esprit de Corps | readiness for action and courage |
| Field Day | general housecleaning |
| Gung Ho | “Can do!” |
| Hatch | door |
| Head | bathroom |
| Ladder | stairway |
| Overhead | ceiling |
| Pogey Bait | candy, cookies, snacks |
| Police | to straighten up |
| Port | left side |
| Starboard | right side |
| Secure | stop work or make safe |
| Topside | upper deck |
| Chow | food |
| Galley | kitchen |
| Mess hall | dining area |
| Pipe down | quiet |
| Grinder | drill area |
| What personal equipment items should be carried in pockets? | whistle, pocket knife, personal identification and medical insurance card, map, compass, matches, survival kit, lip balm, notepad, pencil, and/or small flashlight |
| Why is a high standard of personal hygiene so important in the field? | protects you against illness and promotes good health |
| How often should you wash in the field? | daily |
| How many times a day should you wash your teeth? | twice |
| How deep can you go into the water without adult supervision and a floatation device? | knee deep |
| What do you do when leaving a campsite? | pick up after yourself |
| What are five colors used in a topographical map? | red, brown, blue, green, black |
| What is the meaning of physical fitness? | the ability to perform daily tasks vigorously and alertly, with energy left over for enjoying leisure activites |
| What is the importance of good physical fitness? | It enables us to perform up to our potential. |
| What are the components of physical fitness? | cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition |
| How many points do you need to pass the PFT? | 200When was membership extended to female Young Marines? |
| When did the organization go international | 1995 |
| Which organization recognizes the Young Marines as the focal organization for the contribution to Drug Demand Reduction? | the Marines Corps |
| What are 3 parts of the Marine Corps Emblem | anchor, eagle, & globe |
| Semper Fidelis means | Always Faithful |
| Where does the term Leatherneck come from? | a leather collar worn to protect the neck from sword slashes |
| What is the Mameluke sword? | the sword received in Tripoli by Presley Obanet and is a symbol for over 100 years |
| What is the birthdate and location of the origin of the Marine Corps | Tun Tavern Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 10 November 1775 |
| What does Teufel Hunde mean? | Devil Dogs |
| Where does Teufel Hunde come from? | German name for Marines |
| Who was the first Marine Aviator? | Major Alfred A. Cunningham |
| Who was the “Grand Old Man” of the Marine Corps? | Colonel Henderson |
| Where is Mount Suribachi? | on Iwo Jima |
| What is the significance of Mount Suribachi? | most important flag raising |
| Who was the first enlisted Woman Marine? | Opha Mae Johnson |
| What was the first Commandant of the Marine Corps? | Captain Samuel Nicholas |
| How do you properly address all adults? | “sir” or “ma’am” |
| What should you do when the National Anthem is played and you’re in uniform? | face the music, stand at attention and salute |
| What should you do when not in uniform when the National Anthem is played? | stand at attention and put right hand on heart (if you have a head covering on you put that on it) |
| What is the date of Flag Day | June 14th |
| Who wrote the Star Spangled Banner? | Francis Scott Key |
| What did the Congressional Act of 1954 do? | it put “under God” into the Pledge of Allegiance |
| What are three purposes of drill? | 1) discipline 2) Move as a group from one place to another in an orderly manner 3)to increase a leader’s confidence |
| What is a preparatory command? | a command that tells you to get ready |
| What is a command of execution? | a command that begins execution of movements |
| What are the only two flags that can be flown above the American Flag? | the United Nations flag and the church flag on Naval ships on Sundays |
| What is the National Ensign? | the American Flag when flown over posts, stations, or ships |
| What the 3 flag sizes? | post 10 x 19, storm 5 x 9 , and garrison 20 x 38 |
| When do you salute? | when given the command SALUTE; TWO, under arms at 6 paces/15 feet from an officer, and National Anthem |
| When do you not salute? | in the hall |
| How is the Young Marine breast pocket patch placed on the uniform? | 1/8 inch above the left breast pocket |
| Where is the nametape worn on the uniform blouse? | centered over right breast pocket |
| Where is the nametape worn on the uniform? | centered over right rear pocket |
| How are ribbons worn on the uniform? | 1/8 inch above left breast pocket above Young Marine patch |
| What is the one enlisted rank in the Marine Corps that the Young Marines do not have? | Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps |
| What should you do if a toothbrush is not available to clean your teeth? | use dental floss or tooth pick |
| To prevent the spread of germs, what are 2 items you should never share? | toothbrush and canteens |
| When camping, for water to be used for drinking, how long must it be boiled? | 20 minutes minimum |
| What are 2 ways to remove a tick from the body? | tweezers, burn it, smother it |
| What are 2 characteristics to look for when choosing a campsite? | nearby stream and high ground |
| What is a Squad? | 3 teams with a leader |
| What is a Platoon? | 3 squads with headquarters section |
| How many Platoons make up a company? | 2 or more |
| Who is the Unit Commanding Officer? | Don Carlisle |
| Who is the Unit Executive Officer? | Kurt Balkovic |
| What is a Supernumerary? | a standby relief |
| Who is the highest ranking person in the Young Marines organization? | National Executive Direct Mike Kessler |
| Whose duty is it to supervise, post, and relieve sentries? | Corporal of the Guard |
| Whose duty is it to assist Commander of the guard, and supervise equipment and enlisted members of the guard? | Sergeant of the Guard |
| Quick time | marching at regular pace, around 30 inches |
| Double time | term for running or jogging |
| Only modifications to uniform are made by | the Commanding Officer |
| Only modifications to uniform are | National or Unit t |
| What style boots can be worn with the Young Marine Uniform? | standard black leather or black hot weather tropical (jungle) combat boots |
| Where do you mark your cover? | inside on the sweatband |
| Where do you mark your blouse? | inside on the neckband |
| Where do you mark your drawers/underware? | inside on the waistband |
| Where do you mark your gloves? | inside at the wrist |
| Where do you mark your necktie? | on the inside of the neck loop |
| Where do you mark your dress shirts and undershirts? | inside back, on the neckband |
| Where do you mark your shoes/boots? | inside near the top |
| Where do you mark your socks? | on the instep |
| Where do you mark your sweater? | stamped on the manufacturing label or using marking tape/label sewed on inside the back of sweater, below the neckband, with thread to match the sweater |
| Where do you mark your trouser, skirts, or slacks? | inside near the top |
| Where do you mark your bag or duffel? | on the outside of the bottom of the bag |
| What are the Junior Young Marine Ranks? | Lance Corporal, Sergeant, Staff Sergeant, Gunnery Sergeant |
| What are the Basic Young Marine Ranks? | Private, Private First Class, Corporal |
| What are the Senior Young Marine Ranks? | Master Sergeant, First Sergeant |
| What are the Advance Young Marine Ranks? | Master Gunnery Sergeant, Young Marine Sergeant Major |
| What is the relationship between the Marine Corps League and the Young Marines? | founded the Young Marines |
| What is the relationship between the Marine Corps and the Young Marines? | Focal organization for the Youth Drug Deman Reduction effort |
| Aye, Aye Sir!/Ma’am | I heard what you said, I understand what you said, and I will obey |
| Cover | uniform that covers head, to put cover on your head, align yourself in formation from front to rear |
| Firewatch | person or individuals assigned the duty of maintaining order after lights out |
| Evening Colors | Ceremony of lowering the flag down at sundown |
| Gear | personal belongings, issued equipment |
| Morning colors | ceremony of raising the flag at sunrise |
| Passageway | doorway or corridor |
| Rack | bunk or bed |
| What does the C in C.O.L.D. stand for? | Clean clothes breath and insulate better |
| What does the O in C.O.L.D. stand for? | avoid Overheating by ventilating |
| What does the L in C.O.L.D. stand for? | dress in Loose layers |
| What does the D in C.O.L.D. stand for? | Stay Dry |
| Why do you need to know C.O.L.D? | to keep from catching a cold |
| What are 4 common parts of the backpack? | harness, hip belt, frame, and bag |
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