1.
Who were the first two women officers to achieve general officer rank in any military service?
Correct Answer(s)
B. Colonel Anna Mae Hays
C. Colonel Elizabeth P. Hoisington
Explanation
Colonel Anna Mae Hays, Chief, Army Nurse Corps was promoted to the grade of brigadier general. She became the first woman in the history of the U.S. Army to attain general officer rank. Colonel Elizabeth P. Hoisington, Director, Women's Army Corps, was also promoted to brigadier general at that same cermony. http://www.history.army.mil/html/topics/women/general_officers.html
2.
Women have served in the United States Army since what year?
Correct Answer
A. 1775
Explanation
Women have served in the United States Army since 1775. Currently, women serve in 91 percent of all Army occupations and make up about 14 percent of the Active Army. Women play crucial roles around the world today, and their sacrifices in this noble effort underscore their dedication to serving their country. http://www.army.mil/women/
3.
Who is the first female instructor at Fort Benning's Army Combatives School?
Correct Answer
D. SPC Teddra Rodriguez
Explanation
Rodriguez is the first female instructor at Fort Benning's Army Combatives School.
At 5-foot-7 and 135 pounds, Rodriguez is used to being underestimated on the mats.....
http://www.army.mil/-news/2011/03/03/52729-school-welcomes-first-female-combatives-instructor/index.html
4.
Today what percent of the positions in the Army are open to women?
Correct Answer
A. 70%
Explanation
Today, 70 percent of the positions in the Army are open to women, and women serve in 93 percent of all Army occupations (active duty and the reserve components), as of June 2009. http://www.army.mil/women/today.html
5.
Who became the first female four-star general in military history?
Correct Answer
B. Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody
Explanation
Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody became the first female four-star general in military history and also became the first female to lead a major Army command Nov. 14, 2008. On that date she was promoted in a Pentagon ceremony and later that day she took command of Army Materiel Command headquartered on Fort Belvoir, Va. http://www.army.mil/women/profiles.html
6.
Who was the first female commandant of the Drill Sergeant School at Fort Jackson, S.C.?
Correct Answer
B. Command Sgt. Maj. Teresa King
Explanation
On Sept. 22, 2009, Command Sgt. Maj. Teresa King became the first female commandant of the Drill Sergeant School at Fort Jackson, S.C. King said it is important to note that a hard worker will shine, regardless of gender. http://www.army.mil/women/profiles.html
7.
Who became the first woman to earn the Silver Star Medal for exceptional valor since World War II?
Correct Answer
C. Sgt. Leigh Ann Hester
Explanation
Hester became the first woman to earn the Silver Star Medal for exceptional valor since World War II. http://www.army.mil/women/profiles.html
8.
What month is Women's History Month?
Correct Answer
A. March
Explanation
Women's History Month is celebrated in March to honor the contributions and achievements of women throughout history. It is a time to recognize and highlight the important role that women have played in shaping society and to promote gender equality. March was chosen as it coincides with International Women's Day, which is celebrated on March 8th every year. During this month, various events, exhibitions, and educational programs are organized to raise awareness about women's history and to inspire future generations.
9.
Who was the only woman to earn the Congressional Medal of Honor?
Correct Answer
A. Mary Edwards Walker
Explanation
Dr. Walker is the first and only female Medal of Honor winner. Her Medal of Honor was rescinded in 1917 because of her involvement with the women’s suffrage movement. It was restored by President Carter on June 10, 1977 http://www.northnet.org/stlawrenceaauw/walker.htm
10.
Who was the first female to reach the rank of three-star general in the U.S. Army. ?
Correct Answer
D. LTG Claudia J. Kennedy
Explanation
LTG Claudia J. Kennedy is the first female to reach the rank of three-star general in the U.S. Army. She retired in 2000 after 31 years of military service.
http://usacac.army.mil/CAC2/MilitaryReview/Archives/English/MilitaryReview_20081031_art014.pdf
11.
For the first time since its inception nine years ago,what female Soldier claimed the title of Soldier of the Year for 2010's Best Warrior Competition and also Soldier of the Year for 2010?
Correct Answer
A. Sgt. Sherri Gallagher
Explanation
Sgt. Sherri Gallagher of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, who represented U.S. Training and Doctrine Command at Best Warrior, beat out 11 other competitors from the Army's major commands. Gallagher, who is currently stationed at Fort Benning, Ga., is one of the top long-range rifle shooters in the country.
http://www.army.mil/-news/2010/10/25/47144-first-female-selected-as-best-warriors-soldier-of-year/index.html
12.
What is the name of the first mother-daughter team to graduate West Point Academy?
Correct Answer
C. Maj. Meg Kulungowski & Lt Megan Kulungowski
Explanation
Class of 1981 West Point graduate Meg Kulungowski was a member of one of the first classes of graduating women from the academy. She and her daughter share the distinction of being the first mother-daughter team of West Point graduates.
http://www.army.mil/-news/2008/10/27/13664-west-points-first-mother-daughter-grads-reflect-on-service/
13.
Who assumed responsibility as the first woman provost marshal general of the Army and also took command of the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command?
Correct Answer
A. Brig. Gen. Colleen McGuire
Explanation
Brig. Gen. Colleen L. McGuire assumed responsibility as the first woman provost marshal general of the Army and also took command of the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command in a ceremony Thursday at Fort Belvoir.
http://www.army.mil/-news/2010/01/15/32999-first-woman-becomes-army-provost-marshal-general/index.html
14.
Who is the first woman general officer in the 230-year history of the U.S. Judge Advocates General Corps?
Correct Answer
B. Brig. Gen. Coral Won Pietsch
Explanation
The first-ever female general officer in the Judge Advocate General Corps, Brig. Gen. Coral Pietsch was also the first female Asian-American general officer in the U.S. Army.
http://www.army.mil/women/profiles.html