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US Marine Corps Knowledge Trivia Quiz

Here is a quiz to brush up on your US Marine Corps knowledge.

A multiple-choice quiz by Scorpio1029. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Scorpio1029

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
339,303

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
501

Last 3 plays: Guest 128 (3/10), calmdecember (3/10), Guest 172 (9/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. What was the name of the first US Marine to receive the Medal of Honor? Hint

Cpl Jason Dunham

Pvt. Michael Owens

Cpl John F. Mackie

Cpl Willard Smith

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Question 2 of 10

2. What is the US 10th Marine Corps General Order? Hint

To take charge of this post and all government properties in view.

To be especially watchful at night and, during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post, and to allow no one to pass without proper authority.

To quit my post only when properly relieved.

To salute all officer, and all colors and standards not cased.

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Question 3 of 10

3. There are two Marine Recruit Depots located in the United States. Can you tell me where they are located? Hint

Norfolk, Virginia and Quantico, Virginia

Camp Pendleton, California and Parris Island, South Carolina

Parris Island, South Carolina and San Diego, California

San Diego, California and Camp Lejeune, North Carolina

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Question 4 of 10

4. The US Marine Corps Emblem is the Eagle, Globe and Anchor. What does each part of the symbol mean? Hint

Eagle - Freedom, Globe - Nations 911, Anchor - Naval Traditions

Eagle - National Defense, Globe - Worldwide Service, Anchor - Naval Traditions

Eagle - America, Globe - Worldwide Service, Anchor - Popeye Fan

Eagle - National Defense, Globe - Worldwide Intelligence, Anchor - Naval Traditions

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Question 5 of 10

5. Where and when was the US Marine Corps established? Hint

Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, PA, November 11, 1776

Madison Square Garden, New York, NY, January 1, 1972

Ford's Theater, Washington, DC, July 4, 1776

Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, PA, November 10, 1775

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Question 6 of 10

6. The US Marine Corps Ball is a gathering that happens on the Marine Corps Birthday. What is celebrated during the cake cutting ceremony? Hint

The retirement of a General Officer.

The oldest and youngest Marine of the Unit

The return of a Unit returning from combat.

The most decorated Marine in the command.

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Question 7 of 10

7. Who was the Grand Old Man of the US Marine Corps? Hint

Archibald Henderson

Smedley Butler

Dan Daley

Lewis Puller

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is the proper distance in which you will salute a US Marine Officer? Hint

6 - 20 paces

5 - 30 paces

5 - 15 paces

6 - 30 paces

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Question 9 of 10

9. What is the English translation of the Latin "Semper Fidelis"? Hint

Always Vigilent

Always Ready

Always Alert

Always Faithful

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Question 10 of 10

10. Who was the first US Marine Corps Aviator? Hint

A. A. Cunningham

Samuel Nichols

Robert E. Mullen

Charles Wilhelm

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What was the name of the first US Marine to receive the Medal of Honor?

Answer: Cpl John F. Mackie

Cpl John Mackie received the Medal of Honor for maintaining musket fire during the US Civil War against enemy rifle fire.

2. What is the US 10th Marine Corps General Order?

Answer: To salute all officer, and all colors and standards not cased.

To take charge of this post and all government properties in view is the first General Order.

To quit my post only when properly relieved is the fifth General Order.

To be especially watchful at night and during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post and to allow no one to pass without proper authority is the eleventh General Order.

3. There are two Marine Recruit Depots located in the United States. Can you tell me where they are located?

Answer: Parris Island, South Carolina and San Diego, California

Recruits that reside on the west coast of the Mississippi River will report to MCRD San Diego. Those that reside on the east of the Mississippi will report to MCRD Parris Island. Regardless of where you are trained you will always be called a Marine.

Some call San Diego recruits "Hollywood Marines". Don't ever call someone that...it is disrespectful. Funny but not appropriate. Female Recruits, regardless of their location will train at Parris Island, SC in 4th Battalion.

4. The US Marine Corps Emblem is the Eagle, Globe and Anchor. What does each part of the symbol mean?

Answer: Eagle - National Defense, Globe - Worldwide Service, Anchor - Naval Traditions

The full gold Eagle, Globe and Anchor is designated for the Enlisted Dress Blue Uniform. The gold and pewter version is for the Officer's Dress.

5. Where and when was the US Marine Corps established?

Answer: Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, PA, November 10, 1775

It was founded by the Continental Congress. The tavern was also used as the very first recruiting office.

6. The US Marine Corps Ball is a gathering that happens on the Marine Corps Birthday. What is celebrated during the cake cutting ceremony?

Answer: The oldest and youngest Marine of the Unit

The oldest Marine will be presented a sword to cut the cake. There are two pieces cut. The first piece is placed in a designated place to be given to the lost Marines that served in action. The second piece is presented to the youngest Marine, to represent the passing of the torch to the next generation of Marines.

7. Who was the Grand Old Man of the US Marine Corps?

Answer: Archibald Henderson

Archibald Henderson was the longest serving Commandant of the US Marine Corps, serving in that billet from 1820-1859.

8. What is the proper distance in which you will salute a US Marine Officer?

Answer: 6 - 30 paces

When passing an Officer walking in the same direction, you should approach to the left and abreast of the Officer. While saluting you will say "By your leave".

9. What is the English translation of the Latin "Semper Fidelis"?

Answer: Always Faithful

Semper Fidelis became the Marine Corps motto in 1883. It is not just a motto but a way of life for Marines.

10. Who was the first US Marine Corps Aviator?

Answer: A. A. Cunningham

The first flight by a Marine was made on August 20, 1912, in Marblehead, Massachusetts.

Source: Author Scorpio1029

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