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Describe the purpose of a résumé. ANS -A résumé briefly documents your work history and gives you
the opportunity to show what makes you qualified for a job.
Explain why America needs leadership ANS -. People will look to you to get things done. Your advice will
be sought after from people who are faced with tough problems. Your self-confidence will not only help
you succeed, it will energize the people around you
Explain what a "warrior" is in the context of the "warrior spirit." ANS -The warrior spirit is a condition of
the heart.
Describe the hallmarks of the "warrior spirit." ANS -The Air Force describes it as tough-mindedness and
tireless motivation. A warrior is someone whose strong character enables them to make sacrifices for
the team and achieve their long-term goals. Warriors defend something valuable - their personal honor
Identify three benefits of having a warrior spirit ANS -Clear Conscience, Good Reputation, Environment
of Trust and Respect.
Describe what "core values" are. ANS -The Core Values are the four basic qualities CAP expects all
members to display at all times: Integrity First, Volunteer Service, Excellence in All We Do, and Respect
Integrity First ANS -The willingness to do what is right, even when no one is looking.
Volunteer Service ANS -Is about "selflessness" It's the difference between "giving" and "taking".
Excellence in All We Do. ANS -No matter what challenge is facing you, you will give it your best effort
Respect. ANS -Someone who is respectful treats others as they would like to be treated
,Describe the concept of self-awareness ANS -To know how well you are living up to the ideals of the
Core Values requires self-awareness (the ability to monitor & judge your own actions). Genuine self-
awareness requires incredible honesty.
Describe the concept of self-discipline and explain what you can do to develop it. ANS -Self-discipline
can be defined as the ability to direct your thoughts, emotions, and actions toward a meaningful
purpose. Cadets learn self-discipline on the drill field and by wearing their uniform to exacting
standards. Other ways to increase self-discipline include strengthening your work habits - on a regular
basis, try to do something that is necessary but not "fun."
Describe the concept of attitude and explain why attitudes are contagious. ANS -The state of mind that
lies behind your every action is called attitude. All attitudes, good and bad, are contagious.
Describe what you can do to develop a positive attitude. ANS -A positive attitude begins in the
realization that attitude is a choice - you can choose to be positive, or you can choose to be negative
Why must leaders be accountable? ANS -Everyone must answer for their actions, regardless of their
rank. Even the president is accountable to the American people.
Explain what an oath is. ANS -An oath is a solemn promise.
Recite the Cadet Oath from memory ANS -I pledge that I will serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet
Program, and that I will attend meetings regularly, participate actively in unit activities, obey my officers,
wear my uniform properly, and advance my education and training rapidly to prepare myself to be of
service to my community, state, and nation.
"I pledge that I will serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program ..." ANS -Being faithful means
being true and doing what you say you will do.
"... and that I will attend meetings regularly, ..." ANS -While you may need to miss a few meetings once
in a while due to other commitments, you pledge to attend squadron meetings on a regular basis
"... participate actively in unit activities, ..." ANS -You promise to be enthusiastic about what cadets do.
,"... obey my officers, ..." ANS -Here you acknowledge you don't have all the answers. You realize there
are people who have more experience than you, and you'll follow their guidance.
"... wear my uniform properly ..." ANS -There is a right way and a wrong way to wear the uniform.
Recognizing this, you promise to represent CAP and the US Air Force well by always looking sharp in
uniform.
"... and advance my education and training rapidly ..." ANS -The word "cadet" can be defined as "a
young person in training to become a leader." Therefore, a cadet's primary job is to learn how to lead
"... to prepare myself to be of service to my community, state, and nation." ANS -CAP is a volunteer
organization whose main purpose is community service. Everything we do is altruistic, meaning that it is
for the benefit of others, not ourselves personally.
Identify what is the root of all military customs and courtesies. ANS -All military customs and courtesies
are rooted in basic politeness and respect.
What are customs and courtesies? ANS -They are small, but important expressions of politeness and
mutual respect.
Explain why rendering customs and courtesies is not a mark of inferiority. ANS -Military customs and
courtesies are never a mark of inferiority or servility. Saluting or coming to attention for an officer is not
a form of humiliation, but of pride
Describe how customs and courtesies affect team spirit. ANS -Cadets strengthen their self-discipline and
maintain a positive attitude by habitually and cheerfully rendering customs and courtesies.
Describe the origins of the salute. ANS -The salute, for example, has its origin in another time, when
kings ruled, knights wore armor, and courtly manners flourished. It was the age of chivalry
Outline basic rules for rendering a salute. ANS -- When in uniform, cadets salute military officers, CAP
senior members, and cadet officers higher in rank than themselves.
, - Salutes are normally exchanged only outdoors. Indoors, salute officers only when formally reporting. -
The junior person initiates the salute a fair distance from the senior person such that the senior has time
to return the salute.
- Offer a greeting such as, "Good morning, ma'am," when exchanging salutes.
- When in formation, do not salute; the commander salutes for you.
- When in doubt, salute. Anyone may render a salute at any time if they believe one is warranted.
Outline basic rules for coming to attention. ANS -- It is customary for cadets to come to the position of
attention when being addressed by an officer.
- If an officer who is higher ranking than anyone present enters a room, the first person to notice
commands, "Room, ATTENTION."
- In a classroom or work environment, these customs are usually relaxed.
Describe the position of honor. ANS -- The right is the position of honor. This stems from antiquity when
warriors carried swords, usually on their right side.
- When walking with another cadet or an officer, it is customary for the junior person to walk on the left.
How would you address a C/CMSgt? ANS -"Chief"
How would you address any cadet from C/SSgt-C/SMSgt? ANS -"Sergeant"
How would you address a Cadet Officer? ANS -"Sir" or "Ma'am"
How would you address a Senior Member? ANS -"Sir" or "Ma'am"
How would you report to an officer? ANS -- First, check your uniform. Look sharp when reporting.
- Approach the officer's door, knock twice, and wait for permission to enter.
- Proceed toward the officer and halt 2 paces from them or their desk.
- Salute and say, "Sir, Cadet (Last Name) reporting as ordered."
- Wait for the officer to return your salute.
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