Military Salute Protocol Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is the distance of recognition at which a salute should be ready?

4 paces

3 paces (correct)

1 pace

2 paces

When should a salute be rendered when the person to be saluted is six paces away?

Immediately upon seeing the person saluted (correct)

When the person saluted is within arm's reach

Upon eye contact with the person saluted

After the person saluted renders a salute

How far should a salute be rendered when reporting to an officer indoors?

4 paces

3 paces

2 paces (correct)

1 pace

What should you do when a salute is returned?

Drop the right hand smartly to the side Signup and view all the answers

In which situation is a salute not required based on the text?

When in civilian clothing Signup and view all the answers

How should a salute be executed for a rifle salute?

With both hands holding the rifle vertically in front of the body Signup and view all the answers

In what situation should a hand salute be rendered when the rifle is at sling?

When on patrol and passing a person entitled to a salute without halting Signup and view all the answers

When is the rifle salute at order arms typically prescribed?

When there is considerable traffic or when reporting a roll call at order arms Signup and view all the answers

In which situation is the rifle salute at right shoulder arms performed?

When on patrol and passing a person entitled to a salute without halting Signup and view all the answers

When is the hand salute not required according to the text?

When reporting a roll call at order arms if already at order arms Signup and view all the answers

Where should a hand salute be rendered according to the text?

When standing in ranks and commanded, for example, at colors Signup and view all the answers

In what situation should present arms be rendered according to the text?

When standing in a sentry box indoors and addressed by an officer Signup and view all the answers

At what distance is a salute rendered when a person to be saluted is six paces away?

Six paces Signup and view all the answers

When reporting to an officer indoors, at approximately what distance should a salute be rendered?

One pace Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct protocol for saluting when carrying articles with both hands?

Do not salute Signup and view all the answers

In which situation should a driver of a motor vehicle salute?

Only when the vehicle is at a halt Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario allows for not saluting according to military etiquette?

When standing next to a horse Signup and view all the answers

When should a driver of a horse-drawn vehicle salute according to the text?

Only when the vehicle is at a halt Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Salute Protocol and Distances

Salute should be ready at a distance of six paces for recognition.
A salute is to be rendered when the person to be saluted is six paces away.
When reporting to an officer indoors, salute should be rendered from approximately two paces away.

Responding to Salutes

When a salute is returned, acknowledge it with a nod or by continuing the conversation.
A salute is not required when in a crowded setting, like a parade or ceremony.

Execution of Salutes

For a rifle salute, execute by raising the rifle to a position similar to a hand salute.
A hand salute should be rendered when the rifle is at sling position, typically when not engaged or in formal situations.
The rifle salute at order arms is prescribed during formal ceremonies or events.
The rifle salute at right shoulder arms is performed when approaching a senior officer or during specific military traditions.

Saluting Exceptions and Locations

A hand salute is not required in casual or informal gatherings.
Hand salutes should be rendered outdoors, or as prescribed during formal settings.
Present arms should be rendered during the national anthem or the raising of the flag.

Specific Situations for Drivers

A driver of a motor vehicle should salute when passing military personnel or in formal parades.
A driver of a horse-drawn vehicle should salute when in the presence of officers or reviewing parties during ceremonies.

Etiquette and Exceptions

Military etiquette allows not saluting in situations where authority is clear or when equipment prevents saluting, like using both hands to carry articles.

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Test your knowledge on the proper military salute protocol in various scenarios, including when standing in a sentry box, when halted on patrol, and more. Learn about different types of rifle and hand salutes.