SERE 100.2 Level A Quiz & Flashcards for Survival Skills

Questions and Answers

Which evasion aids can assist you with making contact with the local population? (Select all that apply)

Pointee-Talkee (correct)

Flare Gun

Smoke Signals

Cultural Smart Cards (correct)

When are personnel ALWAYS authorized to escape?

When in physical or mortal danger

What information does the Evasion Plan of Action (EPA) provide to recovery forces?

Key recovery information (correct)

Physical description of captors

Existing local laws

Your evasion intentions (correct)

The Code of Conduct is your moral guide from isolation to captivity resolution.

True Signup and view all the answers

As part of your resistance posture you should portray ______ at all times.

innocence Signup and view all the answers

What should you do during USG negotiations for your release? (Select all that apply)

Maintain your honor Signup and view all the answers

What are some methods to purify water?

Purifying with a commercial micro filter, chemically treating with chlorine or iodine, boiling vigorously for at least one minute. Signup and view all the answers

The weakened state of the captives' __________ reduces their capacity to collectively resist adversary exploitation efforts.

organization Signup and view all the answers

You should limit your communication with the captor to which of the following? (Select all that apply)

Provide the innocent circumstances leading to capture Signup and view all the answers

During a hole-up, what is your primary concern?

Security Signup and view all the answers

What is a signaling site criterion? (Select all that apply)

Sufficient materials for signal construction Signup and view all the answers

What are some reasons to delay contact with legitimate authorities during operations other than war?

Gain situational awareness, contact friendly forces Signup and view all the answers

Leaving evidence of your presence supports U.S. Government efforts to locate, identify, and recover you.

True Signup and view all the answers

To which article of the Code of Conduct does the following statement refer? If captured, I will continue to resist by all means available.

Article III Signup and view all the answers

Identify steps in building a fire. (Select all that apply)

Use a platform Signup and view all the answers

Upon your release, a DoD Public Affairs Officer (PAO) will be available to help you. Their goal is to____________________________.

help you regain control over your life, coordinate your interactions with the media Signup and view all the answers

To which article of the Code of Conduct does the following statement refer? I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability.

Article V Signup and view all the answers

You should attempt to provide proof of life during any audio or video recording or written documents.

True Signup and view all the answers

The three basic food sources during isolation are packed rations, animals and insects, and plants.

True Signup and view all the answers

Resistance is a BATTLE OF WITS with your captor.

False Signup and view all the answers

When providing proof of life, what information should you include? (Select all that apply)

You and your fellow captives' identities Signup and view all the answers

What are the goals of using a disguise? (Select all that apply)

Pass initial scrutiny Signup and view all the answers

Limiting the amount of personal information available to others includes reducing your ______________ footprint.

social media Signup and view all the answers

The two types of reporting isolating events are observer-reported and media reporting.

False Signup and view all the answers

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.

analyze Signup and view all the answers

Should your captors provide an opportunity to communicate using written, oral, or video means, you should:

Provide proof of life Signup and view all the answers

During a direct action recovery, you should pick up a weapon and assist the recovery team.

False Signup and view all the answers

The Code of Conduct is a ____________ for military members when isolated or held against their will by entities hostile to the U.S.

moral guide Signup and view all the answers

Unlike a wartime situation, where the senior ranking member takes command of all prisoners, in a hostage situation, the most capable member must take command to ensure survivability.

False Signup and view all the answers

What evasion aid is tailored to cover an individual operational area, combining standard navigation charts and maps with evasion and survival information?

Evasion chart Signup and view all the answers

Identify some posture and resistance constants of an effective resistance posture. (Select all that apply)

Bounce back Signup and view all the answers

What are some de-escalation strategies personnel can use to discourage captor violence?

Be conscious of your body language, maintain a low profile Signup and view all the answers

Tactical hand-held radio transceivers, cell phones, satellite phones, and personal locator beacons (PLBs) are devices you could use for electronic communication.

True Signup and view all the answers

Actions to take when capture is imminent include. (Select all that apply)

Sanitize personal or sensitive materials Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are used to control bleeding? (Select all that apply)

Apply direct pressure Signup and view all the answers

Continuously learning about your captivity environment and the captor is known as ___________________.

situational awareness Signup and view all the answers

Identify elements of Article II of the Code of Conduct. (Select all that apply)

During military operations outside declared hostilities you may delay contact with local authorities Signup and view all the answers

One way to gain acceptance from the local population after making contact is to discuss the similarities between your religions.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are criteria for selecting a shelter site? (Select all that apply)

Sufficient materials are available for constructing a shelter Signup and view all the answers

What pre-deployment document requires you to provide four personal authentication statements, full front and right side photographs, and fingerprints?

DD Form 1833 Isolated Personnel Report (ISOPREP) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Evasion Aids and Cultural Awareness

Evasion aids like Cultural Smart Cards and Pointee-Talkee assist in making contact with local populations.

Escaping Regulations

Personnel are always authorized to escape when in physical or mortal danger.

Evasion Plan of Action (EPA)

The EPA informs recovery forces of your intentions and key recovery details.
It includes methods and procedures for communication to anticipate actions if isolated.

Code of Conduct

Serves as a moral guide throughout isolation to captivity resolution.
Article III states that if captured, you must resist and not accept favors from the enemy.

Resistance and De-escalation

Always maintain an innocent portrayal during captivity.
Communication during negotiations should express faith in the government and assert innocence.
De-escalation strategies to discourage captor violence include body language awareness and maintaining a low profile.

Water Purification Methods

Can be purified using commercial micro filters, chemical treatments (chlorine or iodine), or boiling for at least one minute.

Communication with Captors

Limit communication to personal identification, health concerns, and circumstances of capture.

Signaling and Recovery

A suitable signaling site should allow recovery, have materials for construction, and remain hidden from enemy observation.
Leaving evidence of presence aids the government in locating and recovering individuals.

Proof of Life

Provide proof of life through verifiable date, identities, and health information when possible.

Food Sources During Isolation

Basic food sources include packed rations, animals and insects, and plants.

Guidelines for Fire Building

Gather adequate tinder, kindling, and fuel, positioning small kindling over burning tinder.

Personal Security Measures

Use social media minimally to reduce personal information exposure.
In emergency capture situations, actions include retaining personal devices and sanitizing sensitive materials.

Situational Awareness

Continuously learn about captivity environments and captors to maintain situational awareness.
Use the acronym PAID-E (Perceive, Analyze, Interpret, Decide, Execute) as a memory tool during isolating events.

Shelter Selection Criteria

Choose a shelter site with enough materials for construction, space for equipment, and natural protection.

Documentation and Reporting

DD Form 1833 (ISOPREP) requires personal authentication statements, photographs, and fingerprints for pre-deployment.

Misconceptions

In hostage situations, command should not rely solely on the senior ranking member; the most capable individual should take charge.
Discussing religious similarities to gain acceptance from the local population is not viable.

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Test your knowledge on SERE 100.2 Level A concepts related to evasion aids and the Code of Conduct. This pre-test covers important information you need to know for effective training and awareness under duress. Prepare yourself for personnel authorization and the Evasion Plan of Action.

SERE 100.2 Level A Pre-Test

Questions and Answers

Which evasion aids can assist you with making contact with the local population? (Select all that apply)

When are personnel ALWAYS authorized to escape?

What information does the Evasion Plan of Action (EPA) provide to recovery forces?

The Code of Conduct is your moral guide from isolation to captivity resolution.

As part of your resistance posture you should portray ______ at all times.

What should you do during USG negotiations for your release? (Select all that apply)

What are some methods to purify water?

The weakened state of the captives' __________ reduces their capacity to collectively resist adversary exploitation efforts.

You should limit your communication with the captor to which of the following? (Select all that apply)

During a hole-up, what is your primary concern?

What is a signaling site criterion? (Select all that apply)

What are some reasons to delay contact with legitimate authorities during operations other than war?

Leaving evidence of your presence supports U.S. Government efforts to locate, identify, and recover you.

To which article of the Code of Conduct does the following statement refer? If captured, I will continue to resist by all means available.

Identify steps in building a fire. (Select all that apply)

Upon your release, a DoD Public Affairs Officer (PAO) will be available to help you. Their goal is to____________________________.

To which article of the Code of Conduct does the following statement refer? I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability.

You should attempt to provide proof of life during any audio or video recording or written documents.

The three basic food sources during isolation are packed rations, animals and insects, and plants.

Resistance is a BATTLE OF WITS with your captor.

When providing proof of life, what information should you include? (Select all that apply)

What are the goals of using a disguise? (Select all that apply)

Limiting the amount of personal information available to others includes reducing your ______________ footprint.

The two types of reporting isolating events are observer-reported and media reporting.

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.

Should your captors provide an opportunity to communicate using written, oral, or video means, you should:

During a direct action recovery, you should pick up a weapon and assist the recovery team.

The Code of Conduct is a ____________ for military members when isolated or held against their will by entities hostile to the U.S.

Unlike a wartime situation, where the senior ranking member takes command of all prisoners, in a hostage situation, the most capable member must take command to ensure survivability.

What evasion aid is tailored to cover an individual operational area, combining standard navigation charts and maps with evasion and survival information?

Identify some posture and resistance constants of an effective resistance posture. (Select all that apply)

What are some de-escalation strategies personnel can use to discourage captor violence?

Tactical hand-held radio transceivers, cell phones, satellite phones, and personal locator beacons (PLBs) are devices you could use for electronic communication.

Actions to take when capture is imminent include. (Select all that apply)

Which of the following are used to control bleeding? (Select all that apply)

Continuously learning about your captivity environment and the captor is known as ___________________.

Identify elements of Article II of the Code of Conduct. (Select all that apply)

One way to gain acceptance from the local population after making contact is to discuss the similarities between your religions.

Which of the following are criteria for selecting a shelter site? (Select all that apply)

What pre-deployment document requires you to provide four personal authentication statements, full front and right side photographs, and fingerprints?

Study Notes

Evasion Aids and Cultural Awareness

Escaping Regulations

Evasion Plan of Action (EPA)

Code of Conduct

Resistance and De-escalation

Water Purification Methods

Communication with Captors

Signaling and Recovery

Proof of Life

Food Sources During Isolation

Guidelines for Fire Building

Personal Security Measures

Situational Awareness

Shelter Selection Criteria

Documentation and Reporting

Misconceptions

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