FMF Pqs Section 102 - History, Structure, Courtesies

On November 10, __________, the Marine Corps was created in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Tun Tavern by a resolution of the Continental Congress, which "raised two battalions of Marines."  Captain Samuel Nicholas became the commander of these two battalions and is traditionally considered the first Commandant of the Marine Corps.

The Marine Corps established its aviation unit in 1913 with Major Alfred A. Cunningham as their first pilot.

• True

• False

The  German term "teufel hunden" means what?

• Devil dog

• Storm troops

• Offensive fighting troops

• French fourragere

• None of the above

Brevet Brigadier General Archibald Henderson became Commandant in 1820 and held his command for 39 years until his death in 1859.  He led the Corps through the Indian Wars, the War with Mexico, the opening of China, and the disorders in Central America.  The "Grand Old Man of the Marine Corps," as he is often called, introduced higher standards of personal appearance, training, discipline, and strived to have the Marine Corps known as a professional military force, capable of more than just sea and guard duties.

• True

• False

Where was the Marine Corps created?

• New York, New York

• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• Uvalde, Texas

• Boston, Massachussets

• None of the above

Salutes should be rendered under which of the following circumstances?

• At work indoors

• Under battle conditions

• When a prisoner or when guarding prisoners

• At crowded gatherings, in public conveyances, or in congested areas

• Salutes should never be rendered in any of the conditions above

The first Marine landing took place in the year __________ when they invaded New Providence Island in the Bahamas to seize guns and supplies. 

A Marine Corps Captain is equivalent to what Navy rank?

• Ensign

• Lieutenant (junior grade)

• Lieutenant

• Lieutenant Commander

• Captain

The Marine Corps' mascot bulldog is named after which famous Marine?

• R. Lee Ermey

• Louis B. Puller

• Gregory R. Boyington

• S. Lance Price

• Opha Mae Johnson

Junior grade officers range between what ranks?

• O1 to O3

• O4 to O6

• O1 to O6

• O7 - O9

The birthdate of the Marine Corps is November 10th, 1775.

• True

• False

During which battle did Marines earn the nickname "Devil Dogs?"

• Battle of Belleu Wood

• Battle of Guadalcanal

• Battle of Tarawa

• Battle of Mariana Islands

• None of the above

• E2

• E3

• E4

• E5

• None of the above

• Staff Sergeant

• Gunnery Sergeant

• Master Sergeant

• First Sergeant

• None of the above

The Marine Corps established its aviation unit in the year __________ with Major Alfred A. Cunningham as their first pilot.

In what year did the Marines land in South Vietnam, committing the Marine Corps to the longest war in its history?

• 1933

• 1965

• 1982

• 1991

• None of the above

On October 23rd, 1983, a suicide truck bomb attacked the headquarters and barracks building in Lebanon, killing 241 Americans and wounded 70 others.

• True

• False

The Marines landed in the Dominican Republic in __________ in response to an attempted coup of the local government.

• E3

• E4

• E5

• E6

• None of the above

Which of the following Marines was the Corps' first enlisted woman?

• Amanda Daniels

• Opha Mae Johnson

• Margaret Brewer

• Ira Hayes

• None of the above

Opha Mae Johnson became the Corps' first enlisted woman when she enlisted on 13 August 1918.Margaret A. Brewer served as the 7th and last Director of Women Marines during 1973 and 1977.  She later on became the Marine Corps' first woman general officer on 11 May 1978.

• True

• False

In what year did the Marines land in South Vietnam?

• 1917

• 1965

• 1982

• 1991

• None of the above

The Marine Corps was created on 10 November 1775 by the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Which of the following Marines is traditionally considered the first Commandant of the Marine Corps?

• Samuel Nicholas

• Lance Price

• Louis B. Puller

• Archibald Henderson

• None of the above

• Lieutenant

• Major

• Colonel

• Sergeant Major

• Brigadier Major

Which of the following Marines is known as the "Grand Old Man" of the Marine Corps?

• Archibald Henderson

• Louis B. Puller

• John Quick

• Christopher Tilley

• Robert E. Lee

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• True

• False

Who was the first Marine Corps pilot?

• Archibald Henderson

• Alfred Cunningham

• John Quick

• Dan Daly

• None of the above

During the year __________, Colonel Robert E. Lee, US Army, led an element of Marines to storm the United States arsenal at Harper's Ferry to put down an attempted slave revolt led by abolitionist John Brown.

Which of the following squadrons was commanded by Major Gregory Boyington?

• Black Sheep

• Purple Dragons

• Blue Angels

• Black Knights

• Pussycat Dolls

For which of the following is Opha Mae Johnson remembered?

• Present at the flag raising atop Mt. Suribachi on Iwo Jima

• Corps first woman general officer

• Corps first enlisted woman

• Corps first woman to be awarded the Purple Heart

• None of the above

Which of the following quotes is attributed to Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz?

• "Among the Americans who served on Iwo Island, uncommon valor was a common virtue."

• "Come on, you sons of bitches! Do you want to live forever?"

• "Diplomacy is the art of saying 'Nice doggie' until you can find a big enough stick."

• "Gentlemen, we are getting killed on the beaches. Let's go inland to get killed."

• "If your bayonet breaks, hit him with the stock. If the stock gives way, hit him with your fists. If your fists are hurt, bite him with your teeth."

• E6

• E7

• E8

• E9

• None of the above

Which Marine Corps rank is identified by three chevrons, crossed rifles, and one rocker?

• Sergeant

• Staff Sergeant

• Gunnery Sergeant

• Master Sergeant

• None of the above

In what year did Marines defend the American embassy in Peking, China against the Boxer Rebellion?

• 1859

• 1900

• 1913

• 1917

• None of the above

In what year did the Marine Corps establish its aviation unit?

• 1883

• 1900

• 1913

• 1917

• None of the above

The Battle of Belleu Wood took place during which war?

• World War I

• World War II

• Vietnam

• Korea

• None of the above

• Gunnery Sergeant

• Master Sergeant

• First Sergeant

• Staff Sergeant

• None of the above

Ira H. Hayes was involved in which major Marine Corps battle?

• Battle of Guadalcanal

• Battle of Hue City

• Battle of Tarawa

• Battle of Iwo Jima

• None of the above

Who was the first Commandant of the Marine Corps?

• Captain Samuel Nicholas

• Captain Samuel Adams

• Major Jacob Zeilin

• Lieutenant David McCarter

• None of the above

Which of the following happened in 1917?

• Marines landed as part of the American force in France. Marines, participating in eight distinct operations, distinguished themselves and were awarded a number of decorations, among them the French Fourragere still worn by members of the 5th and 6th Marines

• Marines Corps established its aviation unit.

• Marines landed in South Vietnam, committing the Marine Corps to the longest war in its history

• Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, opens for business

• None of the above

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding Archibald Henderson?

• Held his post as Commandant for 39 years

• Led the Corps through the Indian Wars, the War with Mexico, the disorders in Central America, and the opening of China

• Introduced higher standards of personal appearance, training, and discipline. He strived to have the Marine Corps known as a professional military force, capable of more than just sea and guard duties

• All of the above are true

Which of the following battles took place during the Vietnamese holiday of Tet in 1968?

• Battle of Chosin Reservoir

• Battle of Hue City

• Battle of Que-Sanh

• Battle of Heal Windlab

• None of the above

Which of the following people led a contingency of Marines at Harper's Ferry to put down an attempted slave revolt?

• John Brown

• Robert E. Lee

• Christopher Tilley

• Dan Daly

• None of the above

Which of the following events happened in 1859?

• Marines from the Asiatic station defended the American embassy in Peking, China during the Boxer Rebellion

• Marine Corps was reorganized into the Fleet Marine Force, formally establishing the "command and administrative relations" between the Fleet and the Marine Corps

• Under the command of Colonel Robert E. Lee, Marines stormed the United States arsenal at Harper's Ferry to put down an attempted slave revolt by Abolitionist John Brown

• The Marine Corps adopted an emblem that consisted of an eagle, a globe, and an anchor.

• None of the above

Which of the following happened in 1900?

• Marine Corps was reorganized into the Fleet Marine Force, formally establishing the "command and administrative relations" between the Fleet and the Marine Corps

• Marines land as part of the American force in France. Marines, participating in eight distinct operations, distinguished themselves and were awarded a number of decorations.

• Margaret A. Brewer joined the Marine Corps as a second lieutenant. She would later on become the seventh and last Director of Women Marines (WM), and the Marine Corps' first general officer.

• Marines from ships on the Asiatic station defended the American embassy in Peking, China during the Boxer Rebellion.

• None of the above

Who was Alfred Cunningham?

• First Marine pilot in 1913

• First Marine killed during World War II

• Recognized for his prowess in aerial dogfights. Major Cunningham was the Corps' top ranking flying ace with 28 victories

• Recipient of two Medals of Honor

• None of the above

The birthdate of the Marine Corps is October 10th, 1775.

• True

• False

In which year did the first Marine landing take place?

• 1775

• 1776

• 1805

• 1847

• None of the above