FREE! Click here to Join FunTrivia. Thousands of games, quizzes, and lots more!

Basic Army Knowledge Trivia Quiz

Here are ten questions that test your basic knowledge of the United States Army.

A multiple-choice quiz by H.M.S.III. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
H.M.S.III

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
143,914

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
3909

Last 3 plays: Guest 50 (7/10), Guest 23 (5/10), Guest 152 (8/10).

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. When would you most likely use the acronym S.P.O.R.T.S.? Hint

When setting up a site

When firing a weapon

During physical training

During drill and ceremony

NEXT>

Question 2 of 10

2. When does a soldier immediately attend A.I.T.? Hint

After a soldier graduates from Basic Combat Training.

After a soldier is sworn into the Army.

After a soldier is promoted to Sergeant.

After a soldier receives disciplinary action.

NEXT>

Question 3 of 10

3. What school must a new Staff Sergeant anticipate attending in order to achieve his/her next rank? Hint

B.N.C.O.C.

B.C.T.

P.L.D.C.

A.N.C.O.C.

NEXT>

Question 4 of 10

4. If you are taking an A.P.F.T., what are you doing? Hint

Taking a communications class

Participating in a road march

Prepairing for a promotion board

Taking a physical fitness test

NEXT>

Question 5 of 10

5. In regard to a male soldier's Class A uniform, what would best describe the place to put his name tag? Hint

Below the button of the left pocket

Above the button of the left pocket

Above the button of the right pocket

Below the button of the right pocket

NEXT>

Question 6 of 10

6. If you are heading to the DFAC, what will you most likely be doing there? Hint

Sleeping

Swimming

Eating

Running

NEXT>

Question 7 of 10

7. You've scored a 26 on your last B.R.M. range, what badge are you allowed to wear on your uniform? Hint

Sniper

Sharpshooter

Marksman

Expert

NEXT>

Question 8 of 10

8. Which is largest? Hint

A batallion

A brigade

A battery

A company

NEXT>

Question 9 of 10

9. At which Army Post will you find The U.S.A.S.M.A.? Hint

Fort Irwin, CA

Fort Sill, OK

Fort Bliss, TX

Fort Drum, NY

NEXT>

Question 10 of 10

10. If you are a Second Lieutenant, how many promotions will you need to become a Major-General? Hint

(Optional) Create a Free FunTrivia ID to save the points you are about to earn:

Select a User ID:

Choose a Password:

Your Email:

Most Recent Scores

Today : Guest 50: 7/10
Nov 20 2024 : Guest 23: 5/10
Nov 14 2024 : Guest 152: 8/10
Nov 14 2024 : Guest 149: 7/10
Nov 12 2024 : Guest 142: 5/10
Nov 11 2024 : Guest 161: 5/10
Nov 05 2024 : Guest 35: 8/10
Oct 30 2024 : Guest 140: 7/10
Oct 29 2024 : Guest 199: 10/10

Score Distribution

Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. When would you most likely use the acronym S.P.O.R.T.S.?

Answer: When firing a weapon

S.P.O.R.T.S., is the corrective action you take in the event of a misfire when firing your weapon:
S-Slap the cartridge magazine
P-Pull on the charging handle
O-Observe the chamber for misfed rounds
R-Release the charging handle
T-Tap the foward assist
S-Shoot, or squeeze the trigger

2. When does a soldier immediately attend A.I.T.?

Answer: After a soldier graduates from Basic Combat Training.

A.I.T. or Advanced Individual Training is attended immediately after graduating B.C.T. It is here where a young soldier is trained on his M.O.S. (Ed: BCT is Basic Combat Training, and MOS is Military Occupational Specialty)

3. What school must a new Staff Sergeant anticipate attending in order to achieve his/her next rank?

Answer: A.N.C.O.C.

A.N.C.O.C. is the Advanced Non-Commissioned Officer's Course, and is required for promotion from Staff Sergeant to Sergeant First Class.

B.N.C.O.C. is the Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course. It is here where an N.C.O. is taught the virtues of leadership and training, and leads to promotion to Staff Sergeant. (Ed: The other choices were: WLC = Warrior Leader's Course; BCT = Basic Combat Training)

4. If you are taking an A.P.F.T., what are you doing?

Answer: Taking a physical fitness test

The A.P.F.T., or Army Physical Fitness Test, is usually given every six months to a soldier. It tests your strength and endurance with 3 events, the push-up, sit-up, and the 2-mile run.

5. In regard to a male soldier's Class A uniform, what would best describe the place to put his name tag?

Answer: Above the button of the right pocket

The exact spot to put the tag is centered on the pocket. 1/8 of an inch above the button and 1/8 of an inch below the top of the right pocket.

6. If you are heading to the DFAC, what will you most likely be doing there?

Answer: Eating

The DFAC or Dining Facility is where a soldier goes to eat.

7. You've scored a 26 on your last B.R.M. range, what badge are you allowed to wear on your uniform?

Answer: Marksman

At a range you are given 40 targets to fire at, with distances ranging from 50 to 300 meters. If you hit 23-28 targets you are a marksman, 29-35 you are a sharpshooter, 36-40 qualifies you as an expert. (Ed: BRM is Basic Rifle Marksmanship.)

8. Which is largest?

Answer: A brigade

A brigade will usually consist of 2 or 3 batallions. A battalion usually consists of 6 or 7 baterries or companies.

9. At which Army Post will you find The U.S.A.S.M.A.?

Answer: Fort Bliss, TX

The United States Army Sergeants Major Academy is the highest level of schooling for a Non-Commissioned Officer in the Army.

10. If you are a Second Lieutenant, how many promotions will you need to become a Major-General?

Answer: 7

From Second Lieutenant, you're promoted to First Lieutenant, then Captain, Major, Lieutenant-Colonel, Colonel, Brigadier-General, and finally Major-General.

Source: Author H.M.S.III

This quiz was reviewed by FunTrivia editor bloomsby before going online.
Any errors found in FunTrivia content are routinely corrected through our feedback system.