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Board Questions for E-3 Privates Second Class

The following list of board questions are designed to be answered by E-3 Private First Class who have gotten a hang of their everyday duties. 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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Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What are the three critical components of physical readiness?

Physical components, structural capabilities, and movement skills.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What is overmatch?

Overmatch is the Soldier applying their learned skills, employing their equipment, leveraging technology, and applying the proper force to create an unfair fight in favor of the Soldier.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What does the acronym COLD stand for?

Keep it Clean, Avoid Overdressing, wear clothing Loose, and Keep clothing Dry.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is the Grid-Magnetic Angle?

The G-M angle value is the angular size that exists between grid north and magnetic north.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

What is an EOR?

Equal Opportunity Representative (company and BN)

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What are the leader attributes?

Character, presence and intellect.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

Can soldiers be required to speak English in professional conversations related to official duties?

Yes

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What is Mental Readiness?

The development and application of cognitive, emotional, and interpersonal capabilities to handle the stress and complexity of military operations.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

Which Lines of the 9 Line Medevac Request have peacetime variations?

Lines 6 and 9.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

What is the operational language of the Army?

English

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What are the 2 functions of a flash hider?

Reduce weapon signature and reduce barrel lift.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What are the Three Minor Terrain Features?

Draw, Cliff, and Spur.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What does EST 2000 stand for?

Engagement Skills Trainer 2000

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What is the Catch a Serial Offender (CATCH) program?

A DoD tool allowing victims to anonymously submit suspect info to identify repeat offenders.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

Are commanders authorized to conduct internal inquiries or investigations of sexual assaults upon receiving a report?

No.

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What is Spiritual Readiness?

The ability to maintain one’s core beliefs, values, and sense of purpose, especially in the face of adversity or moral challenges.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

Should you attempt to resolve informal equal opportunity complaints at the lowest level possible?

Yes, but good leaders know when to escalate things.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

Why is map reading a critical Soldering skill?

It supports the Soldier’s ability to move, shoot, and communicate effectively in all environments.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What Army Regulation covers Army Leadership?

ADP 6-22

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

How many mils are in one degree?

17.7

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What is the role of the SARC and VA?

They provide advocacy, help victims access services, explain reporting options, and support victims throughout the process.

Counseling

Counseling

Promotion Board Question

What are the five characteristics of an effective counselor?

Purpose, Flexibility, Respect, Communication, Support.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What are the 2 purposes of the LMTS and EST 2000?

To group and zero faster, and give additional training and familiarization with the weapon.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is Line 2 of the 9 Line?

Radio frequency, call sign, and suffix.

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Rifle & Carbine Marksmanship

Promotion Board Question

What does LMTS stand for?

Laser Marksmanship Training System

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

What rank should an EOR normally be?

SGT (P) through 1LT.

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What are the 5 fundamental movement skills that PRT needs to train?

Climbing, crawling, jumping, landing, and sprinting.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What are the four types of burns?

Chemical, Electric, Laser, and Thermal

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

What happens if the chain of command fails to act on an EO complaint?

They may face disciplinary action for violating Army policy.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is Stewardship of the profession?

Stewardship is the responsibility of Soldiers and Army civilians to strengthen the Army as a profession.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What is the Safe to Report policy?

Protects victims from punishment for minor misconduct (like underage drinking) revealed during an assault report.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What does "victim-centered" mean in SHARP?

It focuses on supporting victim recovery with trauma-informed care, minimizing secondary victimization, and ensuring safety.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is the unique feature of type “O” blood?

Universal donor

Counseling

Counseling

Promotion Board Question

Who must Leaders counsel for Promotion IAW with Army Regulations?

For all specialists, corporals, and sergeants who are eligible for advancement without waivers In accordance with AR 600-8-19.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

How do Army Leaders instill Esprit de Corp?

Shared understanding that “America’s Army” is one indivisible team. Willing obedience to civilian authority as a trusted member of the joint force. Professional and leader development that prepares and certifies Soldiers and Army civilians. Demanding training that ensures readiness to accomplish the mission. Programs and systems that are trusted to be ethical, effective, and efficient.

Counseling

Counseling

Promotion Board Question

What are the four stages of the counseling process?

1. Identify the need for counseling 2. Prepare the counseling session 3. Conduct the counseling 4. Follow-up

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What are the three map sizes?

Small, medium, and large.

Holistic Health & Fitness

Holistic Health & Fitness

Promotion Board Question

What does D-METL stand for?

Direct Mission Essential Task List.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

Can DA Civilians use SHARP services?

Yes, they may file a report and receive advocacy but not expedited transfers or legal services unless otherwise authorized.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What are the three types of bleeding?

Arterial, Venous, and Capillary.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What does GPS stand for?

Global Positioning System.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is the elevation guide?

A miniature representation of terrain elevation using shaded relief.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What are the two types of fractures?

Open (compound), Closed (simple)

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What does POSH stand for?

Prevention of Sexual Harassment.

First Aid

First Aid

Promotion Board Question

What is the form number for a T Triple C Card?

DD Form 1380

Counseling

Counseling

Promotion Board Question

What does The Army's future and the legacy of today's Army leaders rest on?

The shoulders of those they help prepare for greater responsibility.

Army Leadership

Army Leadership

Promotion Board Question

What is Presence?

How others see the leader.

Land Nav

Land Nav

Promotion Board Question

What is a handrail?

A linear feature (e.g., road or stream) used to guide movement.

SHARP

SHARP

Promotion Board Question

What rights do SHARP victims have?

To be treated with dignity, receive medical care, confidentiality, be informed of case progress, and request transfers or protective orders.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Question

What regulation governs the investigations of EO Complaints?

AR 15-6

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