Leatherneck Magazine Corps Quiz - December 1959

1. 4. An enlisted man, passing an officer going in the same direction, salutes and says__________.

By your leave, sir."

"Excuse me, sir."

"May I pass, sir?"

When an enlisted man passes an officer going in the same direction, it is customary for the enlisted man to salute and say "By your leave, sir." This phrase is a sign of respect and a way of requesting permission to pass the officer. It acknowledges the officer's higher rank and demonstrates proper military etiquette.

Explanation

When an enlisted man passes an officer going in the same direction, it is customary for the enlisted man to salute and say "By your leave, sir." This phrase is a sign of respect and a way of requesting permission to pass the officer. It acknowledges the officer's higher rank and demonstrates proper military etiquette.

2. 8. If the flag is to be half-masted it is done in the following manner:

Raised to half-mast

Raised to the lowest peak and lowered while the music is still playing.

The correct answer states that when the flag is to be half-masted, it should be raised to the peak of the staff and kept there until the last note of music has sounded. After that, it should be lowered to half mast. This explanation suggests that the flag should be raised to full height as a sign of respect and then lowered to half mast as a symbol of mourning or remembrance.

Explanation

The correct answer states that when the flag is to be half-masted, it should be raised to the peak of the staff and kept there until the last note of music has sounded. After that, it should be lowered to half mast. This explanation suggests that the flag should be raised to full height as a sign of respect and then lowered to half mast as a symbol of mourning or remembrance.

3. 2. When a Marine is underarms, he remains covered except when__________.

At meals

In the barracks

In the exchange

When a Marine is underarms, he remains covered except when he is at meals. This means that while on duty or in uniform, the Marine should keep his headgear on at all times, unless he is eating a meal. This rule ensures that the Marine maintains a professional appearance and is ready to quickly respond to any situation while on duty.

Explanation

When a Marine is underarms, he remains covered except when he is at meals. This means that while on duty or in uniform, the Marine should keep his headgear on at all times, unless he is eating a meal. This rule ensures that the Marine maintains a professional appearance and is ready to quickly respond to any situation while on duty.

4. 5. During the play of the National Anthem, all motor vehicles within sight or hearing are brought to a stop while the__________.

Passengers and driver disembark and salute

Passengers and driver remain seated at attention

Driver disembarks and salutes

During the play of the National Anthem, all motor vehicles within sight or hearing are brought to a stop while the passengers and driver remain seated at attention. This means that when the National Anthem is being played, it is expected that all individuals inside the motor vehicle should stop their activities and maintain a respectful and attentive posture while remaining seated. Disembarking and saluting is not required in this situation.

Explanation

During the play of the National Anthem, all motor vehicles within sight or hearing are brought to a stop while the passengers and driver remain seated at attention. This means that when the National Anthem is being played, it is expected that all individuals inside the motor vehicle should stop their activities and maintain a respectful and attentive posture while remaining seated. Disembarking and saluting is not required in this situation.

5. 9. At posts and stations of the Marine Corps, the National Flag is __________.

Raise at 0800 and lowered at sunset

Raised at sunrise and lowered at sunset

Raised at sunrise and lowered at 1700

The correct answer is "raise at 0800 and lowered at sunset." This is because the National Flag is typically raised at 0800 hours (8:00 AM) and lowered at sunset as a standard protocol followed by the Marine Corps at their posts and stations. This ensures that the flag is displayed during daylight hours and properly respected according to military traditions.

Explanation

The correct answer is "raise at 0800 and lowered at sunset." This is because the National Flag is typically raised at 0800 hours (8:00 AM) and lowered at sunset as a standard protocol followed by the Marine Corps at their posts and stations. This ensures that the flag is displayed during daylight hours and properly respected according to military traditions.

6. 3. When carrying the service rifle at sling arms, the appropriate salute is:

Present arms

Come to order arms and rifle salute

Hand salute

When carrying the service rifle at sling arms, the appropriate salute is a hand salute. This is because the hand salute is the standard military salute given when showing respect to a superior or during the playing of the national anthem. The other options, "Present arms" and "Come to order arms and rifle salute," are not appropriate in this context as they are specific commands for different situations, such as when presenting a weapon or during a formal ceremony.

Explanation

When carrying the service rifle at sling arms, the appropriate salute is a hand salute. This is because the hand salute is the standard military salute given when showing respect to a superior or during the playing of the national anthem. The other options, "Present arms" and "Come to order arms and rifle salute," are not appropriate in this context as they are specific commands for different situations, such as when presenting a weapon or during a formal ceremony.

7. 6. Colors are saluted within__________paces from the point of nearest approach.

Ten

Six

Eight

Colors are saluted within six paces from the point of nearest approach. This means that when saluting, military personnel are required to initiate the salute when they are six paces away from the person they are saluting. This distance allows for proper timing and execution of the salute, ensuring that it is done at the appropriate moment as per military protocol.

Explanation

Colors are saluted within six paces from the point of nearest approach. This means that when saluting, military personnel are required to initiate the salute when they are six paces away from the person they are saluting. This distance allows for proper timing and execution of the salute, ensuring that it is done at the appropriate moment as per military protocol.

8. 10. When a Marine says he "two-blocked" the colors he means __________.

He raised two flags at the peak of the staff

He hoisted and raised the flag to the peak of the staff

He raised one flag while lowering another

The phrase "two-blocked" in the Marine context refers to the act of hoisting and raising the flag to the peak of the staff. This means that the Marine has successfully completed the task of raising the flag to its highest position.

Explanation

The phrase "two-blocked" in the Marine context refers to the act of hoisting and raising the flag to the peak of the staff. This means that the Marine has successfully completed the task of raising the flag to its highest position.

9. 1. In order to simplify definitions regarding saluting, one of the following is not considered to be out-of-doors:

Drill hall

Recreation rooms

Covered walks

Recreation rooms are not considered to be out-of-doors because they are indoor spaces designed for leisure activities. Saluting is a military tradition that is typically done outdoors as a sign of respect. Drill halls and covered walks, on the other hand, are outdoor areas where military drills and exercises are conducted, making them more relevant to the practice of saluting.

Explanation

Recreation rooms are not considered to be out-of-doors because they are indoor spaces designed for leisure activities. Saluting is a military tradition that is typically done outdoors as a sign of respect. Drill halls and covered walks, on the other hand, are outdoor areas where military drills and exercises are conducted, making them more relevant to the practice of saluting.

10. 7. The flag flown are Marine Corps ports and stations is of three standards sizes:

36x 20 feet; 18 x 10 feet; and 9 feet, 9 inches by 5 feet, 5 inches

38 x 18 feet; 20 x 10 feet; and 10 x 5 feet

38 x 20 feet; 19 x 10 feet; and 9 feet, 6 inches by 5 feet.

The correct answer is 38 x 20 feet; 19 x 10 feet; and 9 feet, 6 inches by 5 feet. This is because the question states that the flag flown at Marine Corps ports and stations is of three standard sizes, and these are the sizes provided in the answer. The other options do not match the sizes mentioned in the question.

Explanation

The correct answer is 38 x 20 feet; 19 x 10 feet; and 9 feet, 6 inches by 5 feet. This is because the question states that the flag flown at Marine Corps ports and stations is of three standard sizes, and these are the sizes provided in the answer. The other options do not match the sizes mentioned in the question.