23 Questions
What is the main purpose of teaching soldiers how to use a certain type of weapon?
To prepare them for close combat and defense against enemies
What is the significance of the weapon being discussed in the Army?
It is a supplementary weapon for the rifle squad
How does the use of this weapon in the Army relate to civilian life?
It is used to scare animals out of hiding places
What is the historical significance of grenades and pyrotechnics?
They were first used in ancient China
What are some defensive uses of this weapon in the Army?
For getting rid of enemy pillboxes, knocking out gun positions, and close fighting
What is the main purpose of the fuze in a grenade?
To set off the explosive
What is the significance of teaching every soldier how to use this weapon?
It is a must, as it is a crucial part of the rifle squad's arsenal
What is the safety pin used for in a grenade?
To prevent accidental detonation
What is the origin of the word 'grenades'?
From the Spanish word for pomegranate
What happens when the safety lever is released in a grenade?
The percussion primer is struck
What was the primary use of early grenades in Western Europe during the Crusades?
For incendiary effects
What is the purpose of the delay in a fuze?
To control the burning rate of the powder
In which war were grenades used on a massive scale for the first time?
The Russo-Japanese War
What is the function of the striker in a grenade?
To strike the percussion primer
What feature did the Japanese grenades introduce during the Russo-Japanese War?
Delay time fuze
What is the result of the explosive charge exploding in a grenade?
The body of the grenade ruptures
What is the maximum range of a grenade when thrown by an individual soldier?
40 meters
What is the minimum force required to withdraw the safety pin of a grenade?
10-15 lbs
What is the primary factor that determines the range of a short range weapon?
The throwing capability of the individual soldier
What is the primary purpose of a fragmentation grenade?
To produce casualties by high velocity projection of fragmentation
What is the classification of a grenade that is projected using a special cartridge and rifle?
Rifle Grenade
What is the purpose of incorporating a delay element in a grenade?
To permit safe throwing of the grenade
What is the purpose of a practice grenade?
To train personnel in the use and handling of service grenades
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