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Upon your release, a DoD Public Affairs Officer (PAO) will be available to help you. Their goal is to:
The Evasion Plan of Action (EPA) provides recovery forces the following information should you become isolated:
To which article of the Code of Conduct does the following statement refer: 'If captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.'
Article III
Which evasion aids can assist you with making contact with the local population?
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The Code of Conduct describes your basic responsibilities and obligations from isolation to captivity resolution.
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Limiting the amount of personal information available to others includes reducing your ______________ footprint.
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The Code of Conduct ____________ for military members when isolated or held against their will by entities hostile to the U.S.
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One way to gain acceptance from the local population after making contact is to discuss the similarities between your religions. This helps to show you are peaceful and mean no harm.
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Identify some posture and resistance constants of an effective resistance posture:
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Which of the following are criteria for selecting a shelter site?
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Identify elements of Article II of the Code of Conduct:
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The three basic food sources during isolation are packed rations, animals and insects, and plants.
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When are personnel ALWAYS authorized to escape?
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The two types of reporting isolating events are observer-reported and media reporting.
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You should attempt to provide proof of life during any audio or video recording or written documents.
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The weakened state of the captives' ____________ reduces their capacity to collectively resist adversary exploitation efforts.
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As part of your resistance posture, you should portray ______ at all times.
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Actions to take when capture is imminent include:
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What evasion aid is tailored to cover an individual operational area, combining standard navigation charts and maps with evasion and survival information?
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Should your captors provide an opportunity to communicate using written, oral, or video means, you should:
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Selecting a signaling site and putting your signal in a suitable location is critical. What is a signaling site criterion?
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During a direct action recovery, you should pick up a weapon and assist the recovery team.
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During a hole-up, what is your primary concern?
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When providing proof of life, what information should you include?
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Continuously learning about your captivity environment and the captor is known as ___________________.
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The senior ranking military member should never take command of all prisoners, in all captivity situations, to ensure survivability.
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What should you do during USG negotiations for your release?
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Tactical hand-held radio transceivers, cell phones, satellite phones, and personal locator beacons (PLBs) are devices you could use for electronic communication.
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What are some de-escalation strategies personnel can use to discourage captor violence?
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Which of the following are used to control bleeding?
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Leaving evidence of your presence supports U.S. Government effort to locate, identify and recover you.
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To which article of the Code of Conduct does the following statement refer: 'When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.'
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Identify steps in building a fire:
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In the event of isolation during operations other than war, the reasons to delay contact with legitimate authorities include:
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What are the goals of using a disguise?
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What pre-deployment document requires you to provide, four personal authentication statements, full front and right side photographs, and fingerprints?
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What are some methods to purify water?
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Resistance to exploitation is a BATTLE OF WITS with your captor.
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You should limit your communication with the captor to which of the following?
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An effective memory tool that can assist you with using situational awareness during an isolating event is the acronym PAID-E, which stands for perceive, ______________, interpret, decide, and execute.
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Study Notes
DoD Public Affairs Officer Support
- DoD PAOs assist in regaining control over personal life and coordinating media interactions.
Evasion Plan of Action (EPA)
- EPA aids recovery forces by outlining anticipated actions, intentions, and communication procedures during isolation.
Code of Conduct - Article III
- Emphasizes resistance upon capture, efforts to escape, and refusal of enemy favors.
Evasion Aids
- Pointee-Talkee and Blood Chit are effective tools to establish contact with local populations.
Responsibilities in Captivity
- The Code of Conduct details military members' obligations from isolation to resolution of captivity.
Personal Information Management
- Reducing social media footprint and limiting identifiable personal items is crucial for operational security.
Resistance Posture
- Key constants include stalling, controlling emotions, and bouncing back in resistance situations.
Shelter Site Selection Criteria
- Adequate materials, natural protection, and sufficient space for equipment are essential for a suitable shelter.
Elements of Article II
- Military members are prohibited from surrendering and may delay contact with local authorities in non-hostile operations.
Basic Food Sources in Isolation
- Rations, animals/insects, and plants are primary food sources when isolated.
Escape Authorization
- Personnel are always authorized to escape when facing bodily harm or danger.
Reporting Isolating Events
- The provided information on reporting isolating events is incorrect; the types are not limited to observer-reported and media reporting.
Providing Proof of Life
- It is essential to document health, identify captives, and include a verifiable date during communications.
Situational Awareness
- Continuous engagement and understanding of the captivity environment are crucial for survival.
Leadership During Captivity
- The senior member should not take sole command to enhance group survivability.
USG Negotiations Conduct
- Maintaining honor and professionalism during negotiations with USG helps avoid exploitation.
Electronic Communication Devices
- Tactical communication tools include radios, cell phones, satellite phones, and personal locator beacons.
De-escalation Strategies
- Maintaining a low profile and being attentive to body language helps prevent captor violence.
Bleeding Control Techniques
- Use direct pressure, tourniquets, and elevation/immobilization to manage bleeding effectively.
Signaling Site Selection Criteria
- Essential criteria include recovery feasibility, protection from enemies, and materials available for signals.
Security Importance During Hole-Up
- Security is the primary concern while in a hole-up situation, prioritizing safety over actions.
Knowledge of Fire Building
- Steps include using dry kindling over tinder, creating a platform, and ensuring adequate materials are prepared.
Reasons for Delaying Authority Contact
- Gaining situational awareness and contacting friendly forces are valid reasons to postpone contacting authorities.
Goals of Disguise
- Disguise efforts aim to prevent recognition and pass initial assessments from observers.
Pre-Deployment Documentation
- DD Form 1833 Isolated Personnel Report (ISOPREP) requires personal identification documents and fingerprints.
Water Purification Methods
- Common methods include chemical treatment with chlorine/iodine, vigorous boiling, and use of commercial filters.
Resistance to Exploitation
- Resistance is not merely a battle of wits; it involves strategic efforts surrounding critical choices.
Limited Communication with Captor
- Conversations with captors should focus on context surrounding capture, health concerns, and personal identification.
Memory Tool for Situational Awareness
- The acronym PAID-E (perceive, analyze, interpret, decide, execute) aids in maintaining situational awareness during isolation events.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the roles and responsibilities of Department of Defense Public Affairs Officers, as well as strategies for evading capture and enhancing operational security. Questions cover essential elements such as the Code of Conduct, resistance postures, and the use of evasion aids. Test your knowledge on how military members can effectively manage their personal information and decision-making during stressful situations.
