1. Introduction to Drill and Ceremonies
Lesson Objective
Know the importance of drill and ceremonies.
Samples of Behavior
State the importance of Drill and ceremonies.
List the symbols that represent the leaders of the flight squadron.
List all the basic military drill terms.

2. Introduction to Drill and Ceremonies
OVERVIEW
Scope
Introduction to Drill
Introduction to Ceremonies
Key to Symbols
Explanation of Terms
Drill Instruction

3. How much information do you already know about this topic area?
Expert - I have done a lot of learning in this area already.
Above average - I have learned some information about this topic.
Moderate - I know a little about this topic.
Rookie - I am a blank slate... but ready to learn. 1
(LE500-C1L1:LQ1)

4. There are no standards for drills. Each drill is made up as you go.
True
False
(LE500-C1L1:LQ2)

5. Vocabulary Questions Slide Index
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Uniform step in marching
steps per minute
60 steps per minute
People in direct alignment
Moved in orderly manner
Troops in line, pass in review
Participating senior officer
Middle point of formation
Formally recognized events
24in step, full step in quick time
In place 100+ steps per minute
Line 20 paces behind final line
Smallest drill unit
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6. Introduction to Drill and Ceremonies
Symbols

7. Introduction to Drill and Ceremonies
Formations

8. For the purpose of drill, Air Force organizations are divided into
Teams.
Elements, flights, squadrons, groups, and wings.
Groups and units.
Units of 3 to 5 people. 1
(LE500-C1L1:LQ3)

9. The total space from the front to rear of any formation is called depth.  
True
False
(LE500-C1L1:LQ4)

10. Introduction to Drill and Ceremonies
File

11. Introduction to Drill and Ceremonies
Rank

12. A single column of persons placed one behind the other is called
Flank.
Formation.
Front.
File. 1
(LE500-C1L1:LQ5)

13. A single line of persons placed side by side is called the ready line.
True
False
(LE500-C1L1:LQ6)

14. Introduction to Drill and Ceremonies
Drill Instruction
Step by step procedures for teaching drill movements.
By the numbers.

15. When teaching a drill movement you should state the name of the movement to be executed and
Let them figure it out for themselves.
Ask for the movement's purpose.
Point out its purpose.
Let them run through the movement. 1
(LE500-C1L1:LQ7)

16. The method that enables the Airman to learn a movement step-by-step and permits the instructor to make detailed corrections is called 
About face.
By the numbers.
Ready, two.
Without the numbers. 1
(LE500-C1L1:LQ8)

17. List the positions key symbols stand for in drill and ceremonies.
Note to Instructors:
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(LE500-C1L1:LQ9)

18. Which of the following would be MOST USEFUL for you to continue your learning?
Look up more information about this topic on the Internet.
Spend more time reading the textbook or workbook.
Work with others to study, review or practice the material.
Other.
Nothing. I feel confident I have learned/mastered this material. 1
(LE500-C1L1:LQ10)

19. The uniform step and rhythm in marching; that is the number of steps marched per minute. (p. 7)
Drill
Cadence
Ceremonies
Slow time
Reviewing officer 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ1)

20. The rate of marching at 60 steps per minute (used in funeral ceremonies). (p. 10)
Drill
Cadence
Ceremonies
Slow time
Reviewing officer 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ2)

21. Consists of certain movements by which the flight or squadron is moved in an orderly manner from one formation to another or from one place to another. (p. 6)
Drill
Cadence
Ceremonies
Slow time
Reviewing officer 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ3)

22. The senior officer participating in a parade or review. (p. 10)
Drill
Cadence
Ceremonies
Slow time
Reviewing officer 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ4)

23. Special, formal, group activities conducted by the Armed Forces to honor distinguished persons or recognize special events. (p. 7)
Drill
Cadence
Ceremonies
Slow time
Reviewing officer 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ5)

24. Marching in place at a rate of 100 to 120 steps per minute. (p. 9)
Mark time
Quick time
Element
Cover 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ6)

25. The basic formation; that is, the smallest drill unit comprised of at least 3, but usually 8 to 12 individuals, one of whom is designated the element leader. (p. 8)
Mark time
Quick time
Element
Cover 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ7)

26. The rate of marching at 100 to 120 steps (12 to 24 inches in length) per minute. (p. 10)
Mark time
Quick time
Element
Cover 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ8)

27. Individuals aligning themselves directly behind the person to their immediate front while maintaining proper distance. (p. 8)
Mark time
Quick time
Element
Cover 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ9)

28. A line followed by troops as they pass in review. (p. 9)
Pace
Line of march
Ready line
Center 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ10)

29. The middle point of a formation
The middle point of a formation. On an odd-numbered front, this person is the center person or element. On an even-numbered front, this person is the right center person or element. (p. 8)
Pace
Line of march
Ready line
Center 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ11)

30. A step of 24 inches. This is the length of a full step in quick time
A step of 24 inches. This is the length of a full step in quick time. (p. 10)
Pace
Line of march
Ready line
Center 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ12)

31. A forming line 20 paces to the rear of the final line where troops are formed for a parade or review at an established time prior to Adjutant's Call. (p. 10)
Pace
Line of march
Ready line
Center 1
(LE500-C1L1:VQ13)