Reviewer Compre Exam MS2
Reviewer Compre Exam MS2
Instructions: Read the statement carefully and encircle the best answer. Erasure
means wrong.
1. A formation in which the assault and support elements are deployed parallel to the
enemy’s route. This formation can be used in closed terrain that restricts the enemy’s
ability to maneuver against the ambusher or in open terrain that provide a means of
keeping the enemy in the killing zone.
A. Linear B. L-Shaped C. Hasty Ambush D. Deliberate Ambush
2. An ambush in which the assault elements forms the long leg to the enemy’s direction
of movement along the killing zone while the support elements forms the short leg at
one end of and right angle to the assault elements. This formation can be used in a
sharp bend in trial, road or steam.
A. Linear B. L-Shaped C. Hasty Ambush D. Deliberate Ambush
4. Is an ambush conducted when it makes visual contact with an enemy force and there
is no time to plan to establish an ambush. The actions for a hasty ambush must be well
rehearsed so that the ambushers knows what to do on the leader’s signal of attack or
same is through when compromised.
A. Linear B. L-Shaped C. Hasty Ambush D. Deliberate Ambush
8. In point ambush, the security or surveillance team(s) should be positioned first. The
support element should be in position before the assault element moves forward of the
release point.
A. True B. False
9. The platoon leader is the leader of the assault element. He must check each soldier
once they establish the assault position. He signals the surveillance team to rejoin the
assault element.
A. True B. False
10. In area ambush, the platoon leader must determine the best employment of his
machine guns, he normally positions them both with the support element of the principal
site.
A. True B. False
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INTRODUCTION TO LOGISTICS
2. They are crucial to the overall logistics management because of their impact to
administrative and operational system of the unit.
A. Logistics B. Supply C. Facilities & Installation D. Maintenance
3. It involves the systematic coordination between the user, the supply units and the
materiel management system. Key functions includes requirement determination, flow
of requisition, storage and stock control, distribution and disposal.
A. Logistics B. Supply C. Facilities & Installation D. Maintenance
4. All actions taken to retain materiel in serviceable condition and operational status. It
includes restoration of materiel into serviceable condition or upgrading its functional
utility through appropriate modifications deemed necessary.
A. Logistics B. Supply C. Facilities & Installation D. Maintenance
5. This means that combat service support is provided to the echelon as far as the
tactical situation permits. It means pushing supplies from the rear areas to the end-user.
A. Responsiveness B. Anticipation.
C. Interdependence D. Impetus from the rear
7. The logistics system must react rapidly in crises. Moreover, seldom will requirements
for units and supplies be known. Logistics commanders and staffs must adapt units to
requirements, often in short notice.
A. Responsiveness B. Anticipation.
C. Interdependence D. Impetus from the rear
8. It means identifying, accumulating and maintaining the assets and information
necessary to support operations at the right time and places.
A. Responsiveness B. Anticipation
C. Interdependence D. Impetus from the rear
9. Logistics support must be provided in the right quantity at the proper time and place
for the accomplishment of the mission.
A. Timeliness B. Simplicity
C. Security D. Improvisation
10. The talent to make, invent, arrange, or fabricate what is needed out of what is in
hand. Successful logistics operations adapt to changing situations.
A. Timeliness B. Simplicity
C. Security D. Improvisation
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MILITARY MOUNTAINEERING
1. It is used to join the ends of two ropes of equal or unequal diameter within 5-mm
difference.
A. Square knot B. Fisherman’s knot
C. Figure-eight bend D. Water knot
2. It is used to tie the ends of two ropes of equal diameter. It is a joining knot.
A. Square knot B. Fisherman’s knot
C. Figure-eight bend D. Water knot
3. Used to attach two webbing ends. It is also called a ring bend, overhand retrace,
or tape knot. It is used in runner and harnesses and is a joining knot.
A. Square knot B. Fisherman’s knot
C. Figure-eight bend D. Water knot
4. This knot is used to tie two ropes of the same or approximately the same diameter. It
is a joining knot.
A. Square knot B. Fisherman’s knot
C. Figure-eight bend D. Water knot
5. It is used to tie the end of a rope around an anchor. It may be used to tie a single
fixed loop in the end of a rope. It is an anchor knot.
A. Bowline B. Clove hitch
C. Prusik knot D. Wireman’s knot
6. Is an anchor knot that can be used in the middle of the rope as well as at the end.
The knot must have constant tension on it once tied to prevent slipping. It can be used
as either an anchor or middle of the rope knot, depending on how it is tied.
A. Bowline B. Clove hitch
C. Prusik knot D. Wireman’s knot
7. A knot that forms a single, fixed loop in the middle of the rope. It is a middle rope
knot.
A. Bowline B. Clove hitch
C. Prusik knot D. Wireman’s knot
8. This knot is used to put a moveable rope on a fixed rope such as a Prusik ascent or a
tightening system. This knot can be tied as a middle or end of the rope Prusik. It is a
specially knot.
A. Bowline B. Clove hitch
C. Prusik knot D. Wireman’s knot
10. It is an improvised seat rappel harness made of rope. It usually requires a sling
rope 14 feet or longer.
A. Guarde knot B. Munter hitch
C. Frost knot D. Rappel Seat
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RAID
1. It can be achieved by attacking when the enemy is least prepared by attacking from
unexpected direction.
A. Hasty Raid B. Deliberate Raid C. Raid D. Surprise
4. It is planned against a specific target. Detailed information of the target requires its
size, organization, weapons, equipment, route of entry and exit, and activities and the
time during which it will leave its location temporarily.
A. Hasty Raid B. Deliberate Raid C. Raid D. Surprise
5. Provides the suppressive fires on the objective to allow the assault elements to
close in. Fires are shifted or lifted in coordination with assault elements on prearranged
signals.
A. Assault Element B. Command Group
C. Security Element D. Support Element
7. They accomplish the purpose of the raid by assaulting through the objective in
close coordination with the support elements.
8. Provides early warning to the raiding party before the raid. Once the raid
commences, they seal off the objective by not allowing any enemy reinforcement to
enter the objective area. They are the first to be emplaced and the last to withdraw.
10. Assemble the team near the objective and establish security, if possible make a
leader’s reconnaissance taking along subordinate leaders. Confirm plans and announce
changes. Dispatch elements to their positions.
A. Preparation B. Maneuver
C. Actions at the objective D. Reorganization
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JUNGLE BASE OPERATIONS
2. It is the art of living into a new state of things but adapted to an environment as a
result of natural selection.
A. Jungle Operations B. Jungle Warfare C. Survival D. Combat
3. Forces may have to move rapidly from primary jungle through secondary growth or
cultivated areas. This require great flexibility in thought, planning, organization,
equipment, and tactics.
A. Jungle Operations B. Jungle Warfare C. Survival D. Combat
5. In jungle areas these includes trails, roads, bridges, streambeds, and communication
centers. High ground is still selected but for varying reasons.
A. Observation and Fields of Fire B. Obstacles
C. Cover and Concealment D. Key Terrain
6) It is provided by surface irregularities such as ravines and gullies and dense foliage.
A. Observation and Fields of Fire B. Obstacles
C. Cover and Concealment D. Key Terrain
7. It exist within the various types of jungle areas. These are swampy areas, occasional
fallen trees, vines and extensive ground level roots. However, the trees themselves
depending on their spacing and the moist ground, act as ______________.
A. Observation and Fields of Fire B. Obstacles
C. Cover and Concealment D. Key Terrain
8. It varies with the location of the jungle area. Near large bodies of water, low ground
maybe constantly soft, even in the dry season and may therefore, be passable without
improvement only to foot troops.
A. Fear of the unknown B. Trafficability
C. Cover and Concealment D. Key Terrain
10. A factor affecting the use of Jungle operations that is essential for all personnel to
understand.
A. Fear of the unknown B. Trafficability
C. Avenues of approach D. Mission
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MARCHES AND BIVOUACS AND LAND NAVIGATION
Instructions: Read the statement carefully and encircle the best answer of your
choice. Erasure means wrong.
1. Moves and halts at the command of a single commander, unit is normally a platoon,
but it may be a company.
A. March Unit B. Foot Marches C. Serial D. Column Gap
3. A space between two organized elements following each other on the same route. It
can be calculated in units of length or in unit of time as measured from the rear of one
element to the front of the following element.
A. March Unit B. Foot Marches C. Serial D. Column Gap
4. The movement of troops and equipment mainly by foot with limited support of
vehicles.
A. March Unit B. Foot Marches C. Serial D. Column Gap
5. The length of roadway occupied by a column, including gaps in the column measured
from front to rear, inclusive.
A. Road Gap B. Length of Column
C. Rate of March D. Arrival Time
8. It is when the head of the column arrives at a designated point or line (explain and
show illustration)
A. Road Gap B. Length of Column
C. Rate of March D. Arrival Time
10. Is time measured between front and rear of successive elements as they move past
any given point.
A. Release Point B. Completion Time C. Time gap D. Bivouac
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PATROLLING
3. One which was undertaken to secure information about a specific location or small
specific areas, usually known position activity.
A. Patrol B. Point Recon C. Area Recon D. Ambush
5. An order issued by the patrol leader using the five (5) basic paragraphs of an
OPORD.
A. Patrol Order B. OPORD C. Warning Order D.Frag Order
6. Preliminary notice of action or orders that are to follow. These are usually oral or
written messages.
A. Patrol Order B. OPORD C. Warning Order D.Frag Order
9. Route intended for use of patrol when the primary route is not feasible.
A. Rallying Point B. Alternate Route C. Primary Route D. Route
10. Route intended for use of patrol to objective and returning to friendly forces.
A. Rallying Point B. Alternate Route C. Primary Route D. Route
SF ORGN
11. He exercises command of the team and responsible for planning and supervising
unit operations; training, morale, and discipline of his men; and the organization of
activities and operations within the team’s area of operations. He is equipped with map,
compass, snap link and armed with Cal .45 pistol and Steyr rifle.
A. Team Leader B. Team Sergeant
C. Operations Sergeant D. Intel Sergeant
12. He is responsible for the planning of e team’s preparation and infiltration into the
area of operation. he is the jump master of the team. He can train CAFGU or guerilla
personnel on operational functions. He is equipped with snap link, map, compass, night
vision goggles and armed with m653 assault rifle.
A. Team Leader B. Team Sergeant
C. Operations Sergeant D. Intel Sergeant
13. He is the principal assistant of the team leader. He is the team’s technician who is
knowledgeable in all fields of specialization. He attends to the administrative
requirements of the team. He is equipped with nap link and armed with m653 assault
rifle.
A. Team Leader B. Team Sergeant
C. Operations Sergeant D. Intel Sergeant
14.He is responsible for the coordination of outer and inner security of the team’s
operational area. He can operate overt and covert intelligence net independently or
along other AFP Units. He is also responsible for all aspects of intelligence, counter
intelligence, and force protection for the team and its indigenous forces. He is armed
with rappel rope, snap link and armed with M653 assault rifle.
A. Team Leader B. Team Sergeant
C. Operations Sergeant D. Intel Sergeant
15. He is responsible for the delay of enemy pursuit by placing mines and booby-traps
in raids and ambuscades. He is a member of special purpose team. He is also the
logistics NCO of the team.
A. Demolition and Sabotage Specialist
B. Assistant Demolition and Sabotage Specialist
C. Heavy Weapons Specialist
D. Light Weapons Specialist
16. He is responsible for the preparation of the cross loading plan of ammunition and
other weapons repair equipment. He is equipped with snap link and armed with Minimi
Squad Automatic Weapon.
A. Demolition and Sabotage Specialist
B. Assistant Demolition and Sabotage Specialist
C. Heavy Weapons Specialist
D. Light Weapons Specialist
17. He can teach subjects on demolition and can function similarly with the demo
specialist. He is equipped with demolition kit, snap link and armed with 7.62 mm m-14
assault rifle.
A. Demolition and Sabotage Specialist
B. Assistant Demolition and Sabotage Specialist
C. Heavy Weapons Specialist
D. Light Weapons Specialist
18. He is the assistant of the operations sergeant in planning and preparation of camp
defense plan/patrol base plan. He plans and conducts training on tactical security of the
team. He is equipped with snap link and armed with M60 general purpose machine
gun.
A. Demolition and Sabotage Specialist
B. Assistant Demolition and Sabotage Specialist
C. Heavy Weapons Specialist
D. Light Weapons Specialist
20.He prepares communication and signal plans of the team. He can instruct subject
on installation of expedient antennae, message writing and continuous wave operation.
He is equipped with URC 187 radio, snap link and armed with m653 assault rifle.
A. Assistant Medical Specialist
B. Communication Specialist
C. Medical Specialist
D. Assistant Communication Specialist
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SINGLE RESPONSE
Instructions: Read the statement carefully and encircle the best answer. Erasure
means wrong.
1. A problem exists when there is an observable or perceived deviation from norms, but
after careful analysis, it will be found out that there is only one problem where the efforts
should focused at. Problems should be clearly identified..
A. Recognizing and defining the problem.
B. Gathering the facts and making assumptions
C. .Developing possible solutions to the problem.
D. Analyzing and comparing possible solutions.
2. All bits of information are to be treated important. When put together, they may
provide an essential lead to the solution to the problem. Furthermore, making
assumptions is necessary to determine the scope of possible solutions to the problem.
A. Recognizing and defining the problem
B. Gathering the facts and making assumptions
C. .Developing possible solutions to the problem.
D. Analyzing and comparing possible solutions.
6. Its purpose is to collect and analyze relevant information for developing, within the
time limits and available information, the most effective solution to a problem.
A. Estimate of the situation
B. Troop Leading Procedure
C. Selecting the best solution to the problem
D. Staff Study
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INFANTRY RIFLE SQUAD TACTICS
1. They control the movement of their fire teams. They ensure that their soldiers
maintain the unit standards in all areas. They are the eyes and ears of the team.
Provide short range anti-armor capability for the squad and the platoon.
A. Rifleman B. Team Leaders C. Grenadier D. Automatic Rifleman
2. He is responsible in providing sustained automatic fire for the squad and secure
the left flank area during movements and halts.
A. Rifleman B. Team Leaders C. Grenadier D. Automatic
Rifleman
3. They are responsible for the food supply and medical requirements of the team.
He monitors the health and hygiene of the squad and provides technical expertise
and supervisions of the combat lifesavers. He erased the tracks left team during
operations.
A. Rifleman B. Team Leaders C. Grenadier D. Automatic Rifleman
4. He provides grenade capability to the squad and the platoon for maximum
firepower and secure the right flank area of the squad during movement and halts.
A. Rifleman B. Team Leaders C. Grenadier D. Automatic Rifleman
5. This is the basic formation for the fire team. The interval between soldiers and
said formation normally is ten (10) meters. It expands and contracts depending on
the terrain. When rough terrain, poor visibility, or other factors make control of the
wedge difficult, fire team modifies this formation.
A. Squad column B. Wedge formation C. Squad File D. Squad Line
6. This is the most common formation. It provides good dispersion laterally and
depth without sacrificing, control and facilitates maneuver. The leader fire team is
the base fire team. When the squad moves independently or as the rare elements
of the platoon, the rifleman in the tail fire team provides rear security.
A. Squad column B. Wedge formation C. Squad File D. Squad Line
7. This formation provides maximum firepower to the front. When a squad is acting
as the base squad, the fire team on the right is base fire team.
A. Squad column B. Wedge formation C. Squad File D. Squad Line
8. It is used when contact with the enemy is not likely an speed is needed.
A. Travelling over-watch B. Bounding over-watch
C. Maneuvering D. Travelling
9. It is used when contact is possible. Attached weapons move near the squad
leader and his command so he can employ them quickly.
A. Travelling over-watch B. Bounding over-watch
C. Maneuvering D. Travelling
10. It is used when enemy contact is expected. It is most secured, but the slowest
movement technique.
A. Travelling over-watch B. Bounding over-watch
C. Maneuvering D. Travelling
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RESERVISTS AND RESERVE FORCE DEVELOPMENT
1. Pertains to the course required for career progression (Basic, advance and etc)
which provides AFOS such as: Infantry, Armor, Artillery, Quartermaster, Signal,
Engineer, Finance, Ordnance, etc.
A. Career Course B. Non-Resident Career course
C. Reservist Training D. Basic Citizen Military Training
2. Course offered by PA Service Schools to junior and company grade inactive reserve
officers to prepare them to assume as company commander, battalion commander or
brigade staff of the PA Reserve Force.
A. Career Course B. Non-Resident Career course
C. Reservist Training D. Basic Citizen Military Training
3. A military training course of thirty (30) days or one (1) month or 240 periods of eight
(8) periods per day. The trainees shall receive pay and allowances, including initial
clothing allowances (ICA) of a third class trainee. (HPA letter directive dated 03 March
2004)
A. Career Course B. Non-Resident Career course
C. Reservist Training D. Basic Citizen Military Training
4. This refers to training programs to prepare and qualify individuals to become officer
or enlisted reservists.
A. Career Course B. Non-Resident Career course
C. Reservist Training D. Basic Citizen Military Training
5. A commissioned officer and enlisted reservist not performing regular military duty with
the AFP.
A. Ready Reserve B. Standby Reserve
C. Retired Reserve D. Inactive Reserve
6. Composed of citizen soldiers who have qualified for retirement through length of
service, old age or disability or attained the age of sixty five (65). It shall only be ordered
to active duty in times of local or national emergencies if they volunteers for active duty.
A. Ready Reserve B. Standby Reserve
C. Retired Reserve D. Inactive Reserve
7. Composed of citizen soldiers belonging mostly to the second category reserve and
the third category reserve. It shall only be mobilized or order to active duty in times of
national emergency or war.
A. Ready Reserve B. Standby Reserve
C. Retired Reserve D. Inactive Reserve
8. Composed of citizen soldiers belonging mostly to the first category reserve. This shall
be organized, trained and maintained as mobilizeable ready reserve subject to call at
any time to augment the regular armed force of the AFP not only in times of war or
national emergency but also to meet local emergencies arising from calamities,
disasters and threat to peace, order, security and stability in any locality, including the
need to provide assistance in the relief and rescue work and other civil assistance
activities.
A. Ready Reserve B. Standby Reserve
C. Retired Reserve D. Inactive Reserve
9. Composed of able-bodied reservists whose ages are between thirty-six (36) and fifty-
one (51), inclusive.
A. First Category B. Second Category
C. Third Category D. Fourth Category
10. Composed of able-bodied reservists whose ages are between eighteen (18) years
and thirty-five (35), inclusive.
A. First Category B. Second Category
C. Third Category D. Fourth Category
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TROOP LEADING PROCEDURE
1. Any feature that affords marked advantage to the force that seizes or retrieves it. A
commander considers key terrain and the weather in selection of positions in the
defense.
A. Observation and field of fire B. Key terrain
C. Obstacles D. Cover and concealment
2. This dictate where the platoon and weapon crews should position to cover likely
enemy avenues of approach.
A. Observation and field of fire B. Key terrain
C. Obstacles D. Cover and concealment
3. This influence the choice of routes and positions. In the offense, a commander
picks positions that provide the best _________________.
A. Observation and field of fire B. Key terrain
C. Obstacles D. Cover and concealment
4. These also influence the choice of routes in the offense and the choice of positions
in the defense. In the offense, the commander may by-pass these that allow
movement. In the defense, he positions troops and weapons to take advantage of
these, that allow or stop the enemy.
A. Observation and field of fire B. Key terrain
C. Obstacles D. Cover and concealment
5. These are considered in conjunction with the direction of attack in the offense and
the assignment of position and sectors of fire in the defense.
A. Rehearsal B. Conduct Reconnaissance
C. Initiate Movement D. Avenues of Approach
6. This can be done by having a subordinate leader move the unit to an assembly area
or attack position. The instructions for this can be given in the warning order.
A. Rehearsal B. Conduct Reconnaissance
C. Initiate Movement D. Avenues of Approach
7. It is a continuous process during the TLP. This is done to gather information on the
actual area of operation to validate the plan and make adjustments as necessary.
A. Rehearsal B. Conduct Reconnaissance
C. Initiate Movement D. Avenues of Approach
8. These are always conducted. They are essential to ensure complete coordination
and understanding of tasks.
A. Rehearsal B. Conduct Reconnaissance
C. Initiate Movement D. Avenues of Approach
9. Subordinates should do this to his commander right after the OPORD to ensure they
understand instructions.
A. Brief Back B. Coordinate
C. Execute D. Supervise
10. The commander visits his subordinates and adjacent units to discuss their plans.
The CO ensures that all necessary preparations are being made.
A. Brief Back B. Coordinate
C. Execute D. Supervise
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VISUAL TRACKING
2. The technique of locating the enemy with the aid of markings and traces left as he
moves through and out of the area.
A. Scent Tracking B. Visual Tracking C. Tracking D. Tailing
3. Following the path of men or animals by the signs they leave, primarily on the ground
or vegetation.
A. Scent Tracking B. Visual Tracking C. Tracking D. Tailing
5. It takes place when something is moved from its original position to another place.
A. Staining B. Displacement
C. Weathering D. Camouflaging
6. Roots, stones and vines may be stained by crushed leaves or berries when walked
on. Yellow stains may be urine mark left by personnel in the area.
A. Staining B. Displacement
C. Weathering D. Camouflaging
7. It may either aid or hinder tracking. It affects the signs or marks but wind, rain and
sunlight can also obliterate signs completely.
A. Staining B. Displacement
C. Weathering D. Camouflaging
8. It is used to conceal movement and to slow down and confuse the tracker. Walking
backward, brushing out trails and moving over rocky ground are examples of
camouflaging.
A. Staining B. Displacement
C. Weathering D. Camouflaging
9. Poorly trained units may leave trails of litter as they move. Gum or candy wrappers,
ration cans, cigarette butts, remains of fire, or human feces are unmistakable sign of
recent movement.
A. Counter Tracking B. Littering
C. Leaving D. De-tracking
10. While moving from close terrain to open terrain, walk fast a big tree (30cm [12 in]) in
diameter or larger toward the open area for three to five paces. Then walk backward to
the forward side of the tree and make a 90 degree change of direction passing the tree
on its forward side.
A. Counter Tracking B. Littering
C. Leaving D. De-tracking