Air Force Chain Of Command Pretest Quiz
It is important to know what your duty is as a member of the air force but equally as important to know how the chain of command flows. Are you aware who your officers are and their duty? Take up the quiz below and see that you don’t get tongue-tied.
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President/Commander In Chief
- A.
Barack L. Obama
- B.
Barack M. Obama
- C.
Barack H. Obama
- D.
Barack A. Obama
Correct Answer
C. Barack H. ObamaExplanation
The correct answer is Barack H. Obama. This is because "H." is the middle initial of Barack Obama. Middle initials are commonly used to distinguish individuals with the same name, and in this case, it helps identify the correct person who served as the President/Commander in Chief.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Secretary of Defense
- A.
Robert M. Gates
- B.
Robert N. Gates
- C.
Robert L. Gates
- D.
Robert D. Gates
Correct Answer
A. Robert M. GatesExplanation
The correct answer is Robert M. Gates. This is because the question is asking for the Secretary of Defense, and Robert M. Gates is the only option that matches that title. The other options have different middle initials, making them incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Secretary of the Air Force
- A.
Michael V. Donley
- B.
Michael B. Donley
- C.
Michael E. Donley
- D.
Michael T. Donley
Correct Answer
B. Michael B. DonleyExplanation
The correct answer is Michael B. Donley. This is the correct answer because the question asks for the Secretary of the Air Force, and Michael B. Donley served as the Secretary of the Air Force from 2008 to 2013.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Chief of Staff, USAF
- A.
General William M. Fraser III
- B.
Maj General Floyd Carpenter
- C.
Lt. General Frank G. Klotz
- D.
General Norton A. Schwartz
Correct Answer
D. General Norton A. SchwartzExplanation
General Norton A. Schwartz is the correct answer because he served as the Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force (USAF). This can be inferred from the given options where the names mentioned are all military personnel, and General Schwartz is the only one who held the position of Chief of Staff.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Commander, ACC
- A.
General Norton Schwartz
- B.
Maj. General Floyd Carpenter
- C.
Lt. General Frank G. Klotz
- D.
General William M. Fraser III
Correct Answer
D. General William M. Fraser IIIExplanation
The given list consists of military officers. General William M. Fraser III is the correct answer because he is the only one with the rank of General. The others have different ranks such as Commander, Major General, and Lieutenant General.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Commander, AFGSC
- A.
Maj. General David E. Clary
- B.
Lt. General Frank G. Klotz
- C.
Maj. General James M. Kowalski
- D.
Maj. General Floyd Carpenter
Correct Answer
B. Lt. General Frank G. KlotzExplanation
The correct answer is Lt. General Frank G. Klotz. The given information lists four names, all of which have a military rank of Major General except for Lt. General Frank G. Klotz. Therefore, Lt. General Frank G. Klotz is the correct answer as he holds a higher rank than the others mentioned.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Commander, 8th Air Force
- A.
Maj. General Floyd Carpenter
- B.
Col. Richard M. Clark
- C.
Maj. General James M. Kowalski
- D.
Maj. General David E. Clary
Correct Answer
A. Maj. General Floyd CarpenterExplanation
The correct answer is Maj. General Floyd Carpenter.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Commander, 2nd Bomb Wing
- A.
Colonel Steven Basham
- B.
Colonel Tim Fay
- C.
Lt. Colonel Steven Basham
- D.
Lt. Colonel Tim Fay
Correct Answer
B. Colonel Tim FayExplanation
The given answer, Colonel Tim Fay, is correct because the question asks for the commander of the 2nd Bomb Wing. Among the options provided, Colonel Tim Fay is the only one with the rank of Colonel, which is typically the rank held by a commander. The other options include a Lt. Colonel, which is a lower rank and would not typically be the commander of a wing. Therefore, Colonel Tim Fay is the most suitable choice for the commander of the 2nd Bomb Wing.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Vice President
- A.
Chales Johnson
- B.
Gerald Hounchell
- C.
Rob Huber
- D.
Joe Biden
Correct Answer
D. Joe BidenExplanation
Joe Biden is the correct answer because the question asks for the Vice President, and out of the given options, Joe Biden is the only one who has served as Vice President. Chales Johnson, Gerald Hounchell, and Rob Huber are not known to have held the position of Vice President.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
- A.
CMSAF James A. Roy
- B.
CMSgt. Brian Hornback
- C.
Navy Adm. Michael G. Mullen
- D.
CMSgt. Joe Ann Pace
Correct Answer
C. Navy Adm. Michael G. MullenExplanation
The correct answer is Navy Adm. Michael G. Mullen. This is because the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is a position held by a four-star officer in the United States Armed Forces, and Navy Admiral Michael G. Mullen served as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from October 1, 2007, to September 30, 2011.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Vice Commander, ACC
- A.
Maj. General Floyd Carpenter
- B.
Maj. General David E. Clary
- C.
Lt. General Frank G. Klotz
- D.
Maj. General James M. Kowalski
Correct Answer
B. Maj. General David E. ClaryExplanation
The given list consists of four names, all of which have military ranks and titles. The correct answer, Major General David E. Clary, is the only option that matches the given format. The other names include a Vice Commander and two Lieutenant Generals, which do not align with the rank of Major General. Therefore, Major General David E. Clary is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Vice Commander, AFGSC
- A.
Col. Richard M. Clark
- B.
Maj. General James M. Kowalski
- C.
General Norton A. Schwartz
- D.
Maj. General David E. Clary
Correct Answer
B. Maj. General James M. KowalskiExplanation
The correct answer is Maj. General James M. Kowalski. This is because the question is asking for the Vice Commander of AFGSC (Air Force Global Strike Command), and out of the given options, Maj. General James M. Kowalski is the only one who holds the rank of Major General. The other options include a Colonel (Col. Richard M. Clark), a General (General Norton A. Schwartz), and another Major General (Maj. General David E. Clary). Therefore, the correct answer is Maj. General James M. Kowalski.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Vice Commander, 8th Air Force
- A.
Colonel Richard M. Clark
- B.
Colonel Gerald Hounchell
- C.
Colonel Gregory C. Smith
- D.
Colonel Charles Johnson
Correct Answer
A. Colonel Richard M. ClarkExplanation
The given answer, Colonel Richard M. Clark, is the correct answer because he is listed as the Vice Commander of the 8th Air Force. The other individuals listed are not mentioned in relation to this specific position, making them incorrect choices.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Vice Commander, 2nd Bomb Wing
- A.
Colonel Gregory C. Smith
- B.
Colonel Thomas Grace
- C.
Colonel Gerald Hounchell
- D.
Colonel Rob Huber
Correct Answer
C. Colonel Gerald HounchellExplanation
The given list consists of four names, all of which are colonels. The question asks for the Vice Commander of the 2nd Bomb Wing. Among the four options, Colonel Gerald Hounchell is the only one who holds the position of Vice Commander.Rate this question:
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Commander, 2nd Operations Group
- A.
Colonel Gerald Hounchell
- B.
Colonel Richard M. Clark
- C.
Colonel Thomas Grace
- D.
Colonel Gregory C. Smith
Correct Answer
D. Colonel Gregory C. SmithExplanation
The given list consists of names of individuals who hold the rank of Colonel and are associated with the 2nd Operations Group. Among these names, Colonel Gregory C. Smith is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Commander, 2nd Maintenance Group
- A.
Colonel Gregory C. Smith
- B.
Colonel Richard M. Clark
- C.
Colonel Charles Johnson
- D.
Colonel Rob Huber
Correct Answer
C. Colonel Charles JohnsonExplanation
The given list consists of the names of commanders in the 2nd Maintenance Group. Among the options provided, Colonel Charles Johnson is the correct answer because he is listed as one of the commanders in the group.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Commander, 2nd Mission Support Group
- A.
Colonel Thomas Grace
- B.
Colonel Gerald Hounchell
- C.
Colonel Rob Huber
- D.
Colonel Charles Johnson
Correct Answer
C. Colonel Rob HuberExplanation
The given list consists of the names of commanders in the 2nd Mission Support Group. Among the listed names, Colonel Rob Huber is the correct answer because he is mentioned in the list.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Commander, 2nd Medical Group
- A.
Colonel Rob Huber
- B.
Colonel Charles Johnson
- C.
Colonel Gregory C. Smith
- D.
Colonel Thomas Grace
Correct Answer
D. Colonel Thomas GraceExplanation
Colonel Thomas Grace is the correct answer because he is listed among the other colonels in the given information. The question asks for the correct answer, and since Colonel Thomas Grace is the only colonel mentioned, he must be the correct choice.Rate this question:
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Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force
- A.
CMSAF James A. Roy
- B.
CMSgt. Joe Ann Pace
- C.
CMSgt. Jack Johnson
- D.
CMSgt. Brian Hornback
Correct Answer
A. CMSAF James A. RoyExplanation
The correct answer is CMSAF James A. Roy because he holds the highest enlisted rank in the United States Air Force, which is Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force (CMSAF). This position is responsible for advising the Air Force Chief of Staff on matters concerning the enlisted force and representing the interests of enlisted personnel. CMSAF James A. Roy is a specific individual who has held this position, making him the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Command Chief Master Sergeant, ACC
- A.
CMSgt. Brian Hornback
- B.
CMSgt. Stephen Sullens
- C.
CMSgt. Joe Ann Pace
- D.
CMSgt. Jack Johnson
Correct Answer
B. CMSgt. Stephen SullensExplanation
The given list consists of names of Command Chief Master Sergeants in the ACC. Out of the four names mentioned, CMSgt. Stephen Sullens is the correct answer to the question.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Command Chief Master Sergeant, AFGSC
- A.
CMSgt. Brian Hornback
- B.
CMSgt. Stephen Sullens
- C.
CMSgt. Joe Ann Pace
- D.
CMSgt. Jack Johnson
Correct Answer
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Command Chief Master Sergeant, 8th Air Force
- A.
CMSgt. Jack Johnson
- B.
CMSgt. Brian Hornback
- C.
CMSgt. Stephen Sullens
- D.
CMSgt. Joe Ann Pace
Correct Answer
B. CMSgt. Brian HornbackExplanation
The given list consists of four names, each followed by the title "Command Chief Master Sergeant, 8th Air Force." The correct answer is CMSgt. Brian Hornback because it is the only name listed that matches the given title. The other names listed do not match the given title and therefore are not the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Command Chief Master Sergeant, 2nd Bomb Wing
- A.
CMSgt. Joe Ann Pace
- B.
CMSgt. Jack Johnson
- C.
CMSgt. Brian Hornback
- D.
CMSgt. Stephen Sullens
Correct Answer
A. CMSgt. Joe Ann PaceExplanation
The given answer, CMSgt. Joe Ann Pace, is the correct answer because it is the only name listed in the options. The other names mentioned are CMSgt. Jack Johnson, CMSgt. Brian Hornback, and CMSgt. Stephen Sullens, but they are not the correct answer according to the given options.Rate this question:
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