CPLS COURSE COMP. EXAM 1 Questions and
Answers Updated 2023/2024
What is the role of the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO)?
Keepers of Tradition; transmit Marine Corps Doctrine, customs and practices by word of mouth
Name some examples of traditions and customs NCOs are expected to impart on junior Marines
Enforce uniform regulations
Render proper salute to officers and colors
Conduct drill and ceremonies
What is an NCOs primary responsibility to the American people?
Instilling a warrior first mentality
What is the Marine Corps leadership philosophy dependent on?
Adherence to traditions and standards
Strict obedience to orders and disciplined behavior
Military Appearance
Why is every Marine a rifleman?
Principles of infantry apply to all Marines regardless of MOS
To be an effective leader, Marines must set the example as _______, ________, and ________.
Warfighters, citizens, human beings
Physical strength
Ability to withstand combat or environmental hardships
Moral courage
Ability for leaders to make decisions that meet the high standards of the USMC despite difficulty or
unpopularity
The Marine Corps ethos developed from ________.
doctrine and actions of ordinary men and women throughout our history
The ______ and _______ components of a radio produce radio waves.
Antenna and transmitter
What are two paths that radio waves travel?
Ground and Sky waves
What is the most common form of man-made interference for radios?
Electrical sources
What are the three types of radio modes?
Answers Updated 2023/2024
What is the role of the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO)?
Keepers of Tradition; transmit Marine Corps Doctrine, customs and practices by word of mouth
Name some examples of traditions and customs NCOs are expected to impart on junior Marines
Enforce uniform regulations
Render proper salute to officers and colors
Conduct drill and ceremonies
What is an NCOs primary responsibility to the American people?
Instilling a warrior first mentality
What is the Marine Corps leadership philosophy dependent on?
Adherence to traditions and standards
Strict obedience to orders and disciplined behavior
Military Appearance
Why is every Marine a rifleman?
Principles of infantry apply to all Marines regardless of MOS
To be an effective leader, Marines must set the example as _______, ________, and ________.
Warfighters, citizens, human beings
Physical strength
Ability to withstand combat or environmental hardships
Moral courage
Ability for leaders to make decisions that meet the high standards of the USMC despite difficulty or
unpopularity
The Marine Corps ethos developed from ________.
doctrine and actions of ordinary men and women throughout our history
The ______ and _______ components of a radio produce radio waves.
Antenna and transmitter
What are two paths that radio waves travel?
Ground and Sky waves
What is the most common form of man-made interference for radios?
Electrical sources
What are the three types of radio modes?
