Cadet Knowledge Questions

(Cadets are responsible for questions in white at uniform inspections on April 20, 2006)



What color socks are worn with the Class A or B uniform?
Black socks are worn with the Class A or B uniform.

What type of shirt is worn under the Army green coat?
The AG 415 long sleeve shirt or short sleeve shirt is worn under the army green coat.

The black necktie/neck tab is optional when wearing what type of uniform?
The black necktie/neck tab is optional when wearing the Class B uniform with short sleeves.

What color t-shirt is worn with the Class A or B uniform?
A white t-shirt is worn with the Class A or B uniform.

What uniform is worn during ceremonies and social functions?
The Class A or B uniform is worn during ceremonies and social functions?

What uniform is worn at summer camps and for participation on special teams?
The Class C or BDUs may be worn at summer camps and for participation on special teams

What insignia do enlisted cadets wear on the garrison cap?
Enlisted cadets wear the ROTC insignia on the garrison cap

What color t-shirt is worn with the BDU uniform?
A brown t-shirt is worn with the BDU uniform.

How is the grade (or ROTC) insignia worn on the garrison cap?
The grade (or ROTC) insignia is worn on the garrison cap on the left side of the cap one inch from the crease and centered vertically between the top braid and the bottom of the cap

How is the JROTC shoulder sleeve insignia worn on the class A uniform?
The JROTC shoulder sleeve insignia worn on the class A uniform On the left sleeve, ½ inch below the shoulder seam.

Where is the Honor Unit insignia worn?
The Honor Unit insignia is worn ¼ of an inch and centered above the top of the right pocket (for female cadets it is worn ¼ inch above the nameplate).

How are ribbons positioned on the class A uniform?
Ribbons are centered on the left side 1/8 of an inch above the left pocket (centered above the horizontal line for female cadets) on the class A uniform.

Describe a rank.
Cadet describes a certain rank asked by the inspector using the terms "chevrons", "bars", "disks", "wreaths", "stars", and "diamonds".

How often must a uniform be worn by cadets?
Cadets must wear a uniform at least once per week.

May a male cadet wear an earring in uniform?
No, a male cadet may not wear an earring in uniform and in this school may not wear an earring at all.

What size earrings can female cadets wear?
Female cadets may wear small spherical earrings not to exceed 1/4 inch in diameter.

How is the nameplate worn on your uniform?
Center the nameplate on the right pocket between the top of pocket and the top of the button for males. (Females: 1 to 2 inches above the top button centered horizontally on the right side of the coat in a comparable position on the shirt).

What regulation covers the wear of the uniform?
AR 670-1 and CCR 145-2 cover the wear of the uniform.

How are shoulder board ranks worn?
Cadet officers place the pointed end toward the collar and the flat end toward the edge of the shoulder; for enlisted cadets, place the side with the pointed chevron toward the collar.

Are shoulder boards authorized for wear with the class B uniform?
Yes, shoulder boards are authorized for wear with the class B uniform

What does BDU stand for?
BDU stands for Battle Dress Uniform.