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Traditions, Customs, Courtesies and P rotocol

Customs and Courtesies Quiz Answers

1. A common ceremony seen in today’s military environment is:a. Reveilleb. Promotionsc. Change of Commandd. All of the above 

2. “Rendering honors” is one of a number of ceremonial functions that exemplifies the rich historyand pageantry of the Army.

 ___ True or ___ False

3. When retreat is played and you are driving on post, the appropriate civilian behavior is to stopthe vehicle and pay respect to the flag silently.

 ___ True  or ___ False

4. The Hail and Farewell event may be:a. Staff Call Meetingb. Weekend Trip

c. Lunch, Dinner, or Reception 

5. Hail and Farewells are typically an all-ranks event.

 ___ True or ___ False  

6. A “Coffee” and an FRG gathering are the same thing.

 ___ True or___ False  

7. Who usually hosts a unit’s New Year’s Reception? _______ The Commander  __________ 

8. Formal events in the Army are generally called:

a. A Ballb. A Formalc. A Dining-Ind. A Dining-Oute. All of the above 

9. What is the primary difference between a Dining-In and a Dining-Out?

Only Soldiers attend a Dining-In. 

Soldiers and spouses or guests may attend a Dining-Out.

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10. Where is the written verbal response to a toast usually found at formal functions?

In the program  

11. You must always toast with wine.

 ___ True or ___ False  

12. “R.S.V.P.” is written on an invitation when a hostess wants to know what?

Whether or not you are attending the event.

13. Thank-you notes should be written within 48 hours of the event or gift.

 ___ True or ___ False

14. Children are welcome at all functions in the military.

 ___ True or ___ False  

15. Nametags are worn on:a. the right side b. the left side

16. You should always send a thank-you note for a hostess gift.

 ___ True or ___ False  

17. There are only three official types of basic dress terms: Formal, Informal, and Casual.

 ___ True or ___ False

18. In a basic table setting, the bread plate is found:a. on the upper rightb. on the upper left c. directly above the dinner plated. on the buffet table

19. The tea is the dressiest of daytime events.

 ___ True or ___ False

20. You may address senior people by their first names if:a. they introduce themselves by first nameb. you are about the same agec. you are invited to do so d. anytime you like