U.S. Navy Trivia Questions (2024)

1.

• A.

  Cadet Petty Officer Third class

• B.

  Cadet Seaman

• C.

  Cadet Chief Petty Officer

• D.

  Cadet Commander

Correct Answer
A. Cadet Petty Officer Third class

2.

• A.

  Cadet Captain

• B.

  Cadet Lieutenant Commander

• C.

  Cadet Senior Chief Petty Officer

• D.

  Cadet Petty Officer Second Class

Correct Answer
B. Cadet Lieutenant Commander

3.

• A.

  Master Chief Petty Officer

• B.

  Chief Petty Officer

• C.

  Senior Chief Petty Officer

• D.

  Commander

Correct Answer
C. Senior Chief Petty Officer

4.

When given the command, "Dress Right, Dress", what arm do you lift up?

Correct Answer
Left
left

Explanation
The command "Dress Right, Dress" is a military command given to soldiers to align themselves in a formation. When this command is given, the soldiers are required to bring their left arm up to their chest level. Therefore, the correct answer is left, left.

5.

When asked a question at Parade Rest, what should a cadet do?

• A.

  Snap to attention and answer the question

• B.

  Answer the question first

• C.

  Wait until the command ,"Attention" is given, then answer the question

• D.

  The cadet has no right to answer the question

Correct Answer
A. Snap to attention and answer the question

Explanation
When asked a question at Parade Rest, a cadet should snap to attention and answer the question. This is the appropriate response in military protocol when a cadet is addressed while in the Parade Rest position. It shows respect and readiness to respond to the question or command given by the superior.

6.

How many paces away from the platoon should the Platoon Commander be before giving commands?

• A.

  3

• B.

  1

• C.

  6

• D.

  4

Correct Answer
C. 6

Explanation
The Platoon Commander should be 6 paces away from the platoon before giving commands. This distance ensures that the commander is close enough to be heard by the platoon, but also allows enough space for the platoon to carry out the commands effectively. Being too close or too far away may hinder communication and coordination. Therefore, a distance of 6 paces strikes a balance between proximity and effectiveness.

7.

When giving the command, "Column Right, March", what foot is the command of execution called on?

Correct Answer
Right
right

Explanation
The command "Column Right, March" is executed on the right foot. This means that the soldiers will begin their marching movement by stepping off with their right foot. The repetition of "right" in the answer reinforces this understanding.

8.

An O-6 in the United States Navy is a Commander.

• A.

  True

• B.

  False

Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
An O-6 in the United States Navy is not a Commander, but rather a Captain. In the Navy's officer rank structure, O-6 corresponds to the rank of Captain, not Commander.

9.

After the platoon has executed a "To the Rear, March", what is/are the only command(s) allowed to be called? (Check all that apply)

• A.

  To the Rear, March

• B.

  Column Right, March

• C.

  Column Left, March

• D.

  By the Right Flank, March

• E.

  By the Left Flank, March

Correct Answer
A. To the Rear, March

Explanation
After the platoon has executed a "To the Rear, March", the only command allowed to be called is "To the Rear, March". This is because the command "To the Rear, March" instructs the platoon to turn around and march in the opposite direction. The other commands listed, such as "Column Right, March", "Column Left, March", "By the Right Flank, March", and "By the Left Flank, March" are not applicable after executing a "To the Rear, March" command.

10.

What foot do you call "To the rear, March" on?

• A.

  Right

• B.

  Left

Correct Answer
A. Right

Explanation
"When calling 'To the rear, March', the foot that is used is the right foot. This command is commonly used in military drill and marching exercises, instructing the soldiers to turn around and march in the opposite direction. The right foot is used to initiate the movement, as it is the foot that is typically used to start marching forward. Therefore, the correct answer is right."

11.

An E-6 in the Navy is a Petty Officer 2nd Class.

• A.

  True

• B.

  False

Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
An E-6 in the Navy is not a Petty Officer 2nd Class. In the Navy, an E-6 is actually a Petty Officer 1st Class.

12.

What pay-grade is a Captain in the U.S. Navy?

• A.

  E-6

• B.

  O-5

• C.

  E-4

• D.

  O-6

Correct Answer
D. O-6

Explanation
A Captain in the U.S. Navy is classified as an O-6. In the U.S. Navy, pay-grades are denoted by a combination of letters and numbers. The "O" stands for Officer, and the number "6" indicates the rank of Captain. The O-6 pay-grade is typically achieved after several years of service and is a senior officer rank in the Navy.

13.

You can go to parade rest while at an about face.

• A.

  True

• B.

  False

Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
"Parade rest" is a military position where the person stands with their feet shoulder-width apart and their hands clasped behind their back. "About face" is a command that requires the person to turn 180 degrees to face the opposite direction. These two commands are incompatible, as "parade rest" requires the person to stand still while "about face" requires them to move. Therefore, it is not possible to go to parade rest while at an about face.