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The following list of board questions are designed to be answered by E-2 Private Second Classes who have recently gotten to their first unit. They are randomly ordered, and cover a wide area of topics. Study these board questions if you are preparing to go to the soldier of the month board, or if you are preparing for your promotion board and want to make sure you have the basics down. These questions will help you understand what types of questions will be asked, and figure out what topics you need to study more.

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Army Substance Abuse Program

Army Substance Abuse Program

Promotion Board Question

What is the Army’s policy on alcohol use in the barracks?

The Army prohibits alcohol use in the barracks by Soldiers under 21, and for those over 21, it is subject to unit policy and command guidance.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

Can a restricted report be changed to unrestricted?

Yes, at the request of the victim. Once converted, it cannot revert back.

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What are the movement skills?

Agility, coordination, dynamic balance, kinesthesia, pace, perception, and reaction time.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What happens if a Soldier exceeds standards 12–36 months after release from the ABCP?

A DA Form 268 will be initiated and the Soldier will be re-enrolled in the ABCP and given 90 days to meet the standards.

M2 .50 Cal

M2 .50 Cal

Promotion Board Question

What is the amber weapon safety status for the M2?

Ammunition in the feedway, t-slot empty, chamber empty, bolt forward, safety on.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is a litter carry?

A carry with the casualty strapped to a litter, carried by 2 or 4 soldiers.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is expertise?

In-depth knowledge and skill developed from experience, training, and education.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is Esprit de Corp?

Esprit de corps denotes the Army’s winning spirit—a collective ethos of camaraderie, mutual trust, and cohesive teamwork.

Wear & Appearance

Wear & Appearance

Promotion Board Question

What are Class C uniforms?

Combat, PT, hospital, kitchen, field, or other work uniforms.

NCO Development

NCO Development

Promotion Board Question

Can Soldiers with permanent profiles attend NCOES?

Soldiers with permanent medical profiles must meet proponent and medical approval criteria to attend NCOES; attendance is subject to medical and course-specific approval.

Army Substance Abuse Program

Army Substance Abuse Program

Promotion Board Question

How can you determine a soldier has successfully rehabilitated?

When they complete the treatment plan, maintain abstinence, and demonstrate satisfactory duty performance.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

Who maintains the ABCP file for each enrolled Soldier?

Unit commanders will maintain an ABCP file at the unit on each Soldier enrolled in the program.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is target identification?

Processing whether the potential target is a threat, a friend, or a non-combatant.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is composure?

Emotional self-control, balance, and stability that enables leaders to make sound, ethical decisions.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is the treatment for shock?

1. Position the casualty on their back 2. Elevate the legs 3. Loosen clothing at neck or waist 4. Climatize 5. Reassure 6. Notify medical personnel

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What are the physical components?

Muscular strength and endurance, aerobic and anaerobic endurance, and power.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What are the 5 Characteristics of the Army Profession?

Trust. Honorable service. Military expertise. Stewardship. and Esprit de corps.

M2 .50 Cal

M2 .50 Cal

Promotion Board Question

What is a cone of fire?

The group of trajectories of rounds fired in a burst.

Army Body Composition

Army Body Composition

Promotion Board Question

What happens to new recruits who fail body fat standards after 6 months?

New recruits are exempt for 180 days following entry onto active duty but will be entered into the ABCP on the expiration of the 180-day exemption period if they fail the body fat assessment.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

How can leaders mitigate resistance?

Leaders can mitigate resistance by anticipating what others value, their reactions to influence, their shared understanding of common goals, and their commitment to the general organization or the purpose of the mission and their trust in the organization and the leader.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is a combat lifesaver?

A non‑medical soldier trained for enhanced first aid.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is the difference between an attribute and a competency?

An attribute is a characteristic of the leader, a part of who they are. A competency is what the leader is good at doing, a skill.

The Army

The Army

Promotion Board Question

What are the levels of command and the rank that generally commands them?

Squad - Staff Sergeant; Platoon - Lieutenant; Company - Captain; Battalion - Lieutenant Colonel; Brigade - Colonel; Division - Major General; Corps - Lieutenant General; Army - General.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

What are Disparaging Terms?

Terms used to degrade or connote negative statements pertaining to race, color, gender, national origin, or religion. This includes verbal statements, printed material, visual material, signs, symbols, posters, or insignia.

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