1st
Semester Exam LET 1 SY1617
1. (U1C1L1:G1) What is the mission of Army JROTC?
To motivate young people to be better citizens.
2. (U3C8L2:G6) What is an exploratory project in Service Learning?
A teacher-planned introductory project designed to introduce students to service learning and provide
them with a meaningful experience
3. (U3C8L1:G1) An environment where one can learn and develop by actively participating in organized
service experiences within one's community is called __________.
service learning
4. (U3C8L2:Q3) Your service learning team is developing a plan of action for a community wide recycling
drive. As you plan for all of the tasks that need to be completed, you realize that there is no way that you can
accomplish a recycling drive for the whole community in the time that you have for the project.
What should you do?
Revise the project goal. Instead of trying to cover the whole community, target a realistic number of
neighborhoods.
5. (U3C8L2:Q4) Which of the following options (A-D) would NOT be a rule for Executing the Service in a
service learning project:
If you are a team leader, make sure your team members are assigned to the easiest tasks.
6. (U3C1L3:G6) What does the Empathy Scale measure on your Personal Skills Map?
It measures your ability to sense, understand, and accept another person's thoughts, feelings, and
behaviors.
7. The Veterans of Foreign Wars Voice of Democracy oral essasy should be between 1 and 2 minutes long.
False
8. (U3C8L1:Q1) Which of the following options (A-D) illustrate the correct sequence of activities in service
learning?
Orientation and Training + Meaningful Service + Structured Reflection = Service Learning
9. (U1C1L1:G2) In your LET texts, what will Leadership Theory and Application teach you?
How to influence others while you are leading them.
How to be a leader.
What you do while you are leading.
All of the above
10. (U3C1L3:G9) A learned ability to identify, experience, understand, and express human emotions in
healthy and productive ways is called ___________.
emotional intelligence
11. (U1C1L1:Q4) 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 a 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 liked 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?
Candor means fairness, openness, and frankness.
12. (U3C8L2:G4) ____________ is an instructional strategy that promotes active learning where problems
form the focus and learning stimulus and problem-solving skills are used.
Problem-based learning
13. (U3C8L1:G5) What is the purpose of a learning log?
To record reflections, experiences, observations, goals, etc.
14. (U3C1L3:G5) What does the Self-Esteem scale measure on the Personal Skills Map?
It measures your self-perceived level of personal worth.
15. (U1C1L1:Q1) If someone asked you about what you expect to get out of Army JROTC, which one of the
following responses would you use to best inform them about the mission and purpose of JROTC?
"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."
16. Why does a Cadet analyze their audience before preparing a presentation or speech?
A Cadet needs to know the background of the audience so the Cadet can use language they
understand and language that will not offend the audience and cause them to "turn off" the Cadet's message.
17. (U3C8L1:G4) __________, or taking time to observe, analyze, and integrate actions with learning, is an
important part of the learning process and of service learning.
Reflection
18. (U3C8L2:Q2) Which of the following option (A-D) is NOT a good example of being prepared for a service
learning project?
Post a detailed schedule for the project and remind everyone that they must meet the posted
deadlines.
19. (U3C1L3:G7) What does the Sales Orientation/Leadership scale measure on the Personal Skills Map?
It measures how you perceive your skills at positively impacting and influencing the actions of other
people.
20. (U3C8L1:Q4) Which of the following options (A-D) is not an example of a type of structured reflection for
a service learning project?
Project Proposal
21. (U3C8L1:G11) To record reflections, experiences, observations, and goals in service learning, you should
keep a __________.
learning log
22. (U3C8L1:Q3) Which of the following options (A-D) is not a characteristic of meaningful service?
Includes an extensive fund-raising component
23. (U3C8L1:G8) An environment where one can learn and develop by actively participating in organized
service experiences within one's community is called _______________.
service learning
24. (U1C1L1:Q2) A friend of yours tells you that citizenship can't be developed in a classroom. She believes
that people learn citizenship skills from their families. Which of the following answers would you use to best
demonstrate your citizenship skills, and to best explain how Army JROTC develops citizenship?
"Families can set the foundation for good citizenship, but Army JROTC helps promote it further
through projects outside of the home."
25. (U3C8L2:G7) Learning that helps students gain practical knowledge, skills, or practice from direct
observation or participation in an activity or event is called ___________.
experiential learning
26. (U3C8L2:G3) What is experiential learning?
Learning that helps students gain practical knowledge, skills, or practice from direct observation or
participation in an activity or event
27. (U3C8L2:G2) A teacher-planned introductory project designed to introduce students to service learning
and provide them with a meaningful experience is also called a(n) ___________ project.
exploratory
28. (U3C8L2:Q1) You are discussing potential service learning projects with Debra, a fellow JROTC Cadet.
Debra needs some work done on her car and suggests offering a free car repair clinic to students as a service
learning project since several other Cadets know how to work on cars. How do you respond to Debra's
suggestion?
Remind Debra that service learning needs to address a school or community need that relates to the
JROTC curriculum. Since car repair isn't part of the curriculum, it would not be an appropriate project.
29. (U3C1L3:G6) What does the Empathy Scale measure on your Personal Skills Map?
It measures your ability to sense, understand, and accept another person's thoughts, feelings, and
behaviors.
30. (U3C1L3:G7) What does the Sales Orientation/Leadership scale measure on the Personal Skills Map?
It measures how you perceive your skills at positively impacting and influencing the actions of other
people.
31. (U3C1L3:G3) What does the change orientation scale measure on the Personal Skills Map?
It measures your motivation and readiness to change your skills.
32. (U3C1L3:G2) What does the Interpersonal Deference scale measure on the Personal Skills Map?
The degree to which your communication style is indirect, self-inhibiting, self-denying, and ineffectual
for the accurate expression of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
33. (U3C1L3:Q1) Craig's success profile showed that he needs a lot of improvement in time management,
stress management, and physical wellness. He also needs to improve his self-esteem and interpersonal
assertion skills. He was overwhelmed at first, but after six months, his JROTC Instructor commended him for
improving in all five areas.
Which of the following key emotional skills most allowed Craig to improve in all of these areas?
Change Orientation
34. What year was the United States Coast Guard founded?
1790
35. What is the name of the US Coast Guard Cutter that all Coast Guard Academy Cadets spend time on as
part of their training?
Eagle
36. What is the key to success in JROTC?
Teamwork
37. The topic for the 2016 2017 Veterans of Foreign Wars Voice of Democracy Oral Essay Competition is
My Responsibility to America
38. (U3C1L1:G4) The assessment tool, Winning Colors®, groups human behavior into categories. Name the
four behavior clusters.
builder, planner, adventurer, and relater
39. (U3C1L1:F2) What are the four determinants that impact self-esteem and success
connections, resources, power, and models
40. (U3C1L1:G8) What is assessment?
The act of evaluating or appraising a person's ability or potential to meet certain standards or criteria.
41. ((U3C1L1:G7) __________ means contemplating one's own thoughts or feelings for the purpose of
deeper self-understanding.
Introspection
42. (U3C1L1:G2) Which of the following are steps in the self-discovery process?
Introspection, observation
Giving and receiving feedback
Using assessment tools
All of the above
43. (U1C1L7:G1) Define the term "anthems."
Songs of gladness, praise, devotion, or patriotism
44. (U1C1L7:G2) Who wrote "The Star Spangled Banner?"
Francis Scott Key wrote it in 1814.
45. (U1C1L7:G3) In what year did Congress declare "The Star Spangled Banner" the national anthem of the
U.S.?
In 1931; 117 years after it was written
46. (U1C1L7:G6) T or F: On a military installation, all drivers must stop when the national anthem is played.
True
47. (U1C1L7:G7) Name the author and title of the national march of the U.S.
John Philip Sousa's "The Stars and Stripes Forever"
48. (U1C1L7:G8) What are the responsibilities of a driver who is in uniform on a military base when the
driver hears the national anthem?
The driver must stop the vehicle, step out of the vehicle, face the flag or music, stand at attention, and
salute until the last note is played.
49. (U1C1L7:G10) During an indoor ceremony, Cadets do not salute a flag unless they are under arms. Define
the term "under arms."
Carrying a weapon or equipment pertaining to a weapon.
50. (U1C1L7:G11) What is the national march of the U.S.?
John Philip Sousa's "The Stars and Stripes Forever."
51. (U1C1L8:G3) T or F: You must render the salute to all commissioned and warrant officers as well as noncommissioned and petty officers.
False
52. (U1C1L8:G4) T or F: You should not render a salute on buses or trains, in stores or theatres, while
indoors, or while both parties are in civilian clothes.
True
53. (U1C1L8:G5) Name three instances under which you must salute.
When you are in uniform and you hear the national anthem; when the colors pass you; during official
greetings.
During official greetings; during reveille and retreat; during the rendering of honors.
When first uncasing or later when casing the colors; when pledging allegiance outdoors and in
uniform; when reporting.
All of the above.
54. (U1C1L8:G7) When is it appropriate to call a room to attention?
When an officer enters the office for the first time each day.
55. (U1C1L8:G8) Define "esprit de corps."
The common spirit or feeling of pride found in members of a group and inspiring enthusiasm,
devotion, and a strong regard for the honor of the group.
56. (U1C1L8:G9) Explain the "position of honor."
B) A military courtesy of keeping people of senior rank or status to your right while walking or sitting.
57. (U1C1L8:G11) What is a "mess" in military jargon?
A group of persons in the military who regularly eat meals together or the place where such meals are
served.
58. (U1C1L8:G12) What does it mean to "uncase" the Colors?
Removing the case or covering from the Colors that are attached to a staff.
59. (U1C1L8:G13) How are warrant officers addressed?
As "Mister" or "Miss"
60. (U1C1L8:G15) What is the command given during a formation to execute a salute?
"Present, arms"
61. (U1C1L8:G16) What is the primary purpose of a hand salute today?
To indicate respect for those in positions of authority.
62. (U1C1L8:G20) What are "ruffles and flourishes"?
A drum and bugle salute, usually used to honor military or civilian officials.
63. (U1C1L8:G21) What does it mean when a cannon is said to be "self-propelled"?
It has the ability within itself to move.
64. (U1C1L8:G23) How are gun salutes rendered to the President and Vice President?
The President receives a 21-gun salute, while the vice president receives a 19-gun salute.
65. (U1C1L2:Q2) 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?
Drill and ceremonies, first aid, and map reading
66. (U1C1L2:G1) When was JROTC established by Congress?
1916
67. (U1C1L2:G2) Name the congressional act that launched the JROTC program.
The National Defense Act of 1916
68. (U1C1L2:G3) Where in the U.S. was the first JROTC program established as the American Literary,
Scientific, and Military Academy?
Norwich, Vermont
69. (U1C1L2:G5) T or F: One of the LET goals for Cadets is to get Cadets to graduate from high school.
True
70. (U1C1L2:G6) T or F: One of the LET goals is to get Cadets to join the military service.
False
71. (U1C1L2:G7) T or F: One of the LET goals is to teach Cadets conflict resolution skills.
True
72. (U1C1L2:G9) The academy in Norwich, Vermont, which had the first JROTC program was the
___________ Academy.
American Literary, Scientific, and Military
73. (U1C1L2:G10) T or F: The mission of JROTC is to train citizen soldiers for the future of the U.S.
False
74. US Army ROTC Scholarship application should be started in June between the Junior and Senior year.
True
75. JROTC Cadets that complete their US Army ROTC Scholarship application and submit them before the
summer is over between their Junior and Senior years will have their ROTC Scholarship Applications reviewed
how many times?
3 times
76. The US Army ROTC Scholarship Board "super scores" an applicant's SAT scores. What does that mean?
The ROTC Scholarship Board reviews all of the SAT scores an applicant submits and combines the
highest score for each area for a "super score". The "super score" is the score that the board uses to evaluate
the applicant for a scholarship.
77. What are the correct number of years for standard scholarships that the US Army ROTC may offer?
2, 3 or 4 years.
78. A Cadet that successfully completes four years of US Army ROTC and graduates from college is promoted
to the rank of ?
Second Lieutenant
79. US Army JROTC Cadets that successfully complete four years of JROTC do not have to have an SAT or ACT
score to apply for a US Army ROTC Scholarship.
False
80. US Army ROTC Scholarship pay for "room and board" or "tuition".
True
81. The "march2success" website is designed to help Cadets and students
study for or improve their SAT, ACT and ASVAB scores.
82. Cadets applying for a US Army ROTC Scholarship must make 32 or higher on their ASVAB to be
commissioned as a Second Lieutenant after graduation from college.
False
[Answer Key]
1. D
2. B
3. C
4. A
5. B
6. D
7. B
8. C
9. D
10. D
11. A
12. A
13. D
14. C
15. B
16. C
17. D
18. D
19. B
20. D
21. A
22. C
23. D
24. B
25. A
26. A
27. C
28. A
29. D
30. B
31. D
32. C
33. D
34. A
35. D
36. C
37. C
38. D
39. C
40. B
41. A
42. D
43. B
44. A
45. B
46. A
47. A
48. D
49. C
50. D
51. B
52. A
53. D
54. D
55. D
56. B
57. A
58. C
59. A
60. B
61. D
62. C
63. D
64. B
65. B
66. B
67. D
68. D
69. A
70. B
71. A
72. A
73. B
74. A
75. C
76. C
77. D
78. B
79. B
80. A
81. D
82. B