Term
| Explain why America needs leadership. |
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Definition
| America needs strong leaders to stand up for what is right. Leaders propel America forward. |
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Term
| Explain what a “warrior” is in the context of the “warrior spirit.” |
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Definition
| Warriors defend something valuable – their personal honor. |
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Term
| Describe the hallmarks of the “warrior spirit.” |
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Definition
The warrior spirit is a condition of the heart. The Air Force
describes it as tough-mindedness and tireless motivation. |
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Term
| Identify three benefits of having a warrior spirit. |
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Definition
1. Clear conscience
2. Good reputation
3. Environment of trust and respect. |
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Term
| Describe what “core values” are. |
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Definition
| The Core Values are the four basic qualities CAP expects all members to display at all times. |
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Term
| Identify each of CAP’s four Core Values. |
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Definition
| Integrity First, Volunteer Service, Excellence in All We Do, and Respect. |
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Definition
| Integrity is the willingness to do what is right, even when no one is looking. |
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Term
| Describe Volunteer Service. |
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Definition
| Volunteer Service is about “selflessness.” It’s the difference between “giving” and “taking." |
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Term
| Describe Excellence in All We Do. |
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Definition
| No matter what challenge is facing you, you will give it your best effort. |
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Term
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Definition
| Someone who is respectful treats others as they would like to be treated |
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Term
| Describe the concept of self-awareness. |
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Definition
| To know how well you are living up to the ideals of the Core Values requires self awareness, the ability to monitor and judge your own actions. |
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Term
| Describe the concept of self-discipline and explain what you can do to develop it. |
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Definition
Self-discipline can be defined as the ability to direct your thoughts, emotions, and actions toward a meaningful purpose.
Can be developed by drill, wearing the uniform, strengthening work habits and searching for challenges. |
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Term
| Describe the concept of attitude and explain why attitudes are contagious. |
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Definition
The state of mind that lies behind
your every action is called attitude.
Attitudes are contagious because they are visible to others. |
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Term
| Describe what you can do to develop a positive attitude. |
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Definition
| 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. |
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Term
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Definition
| An oath is a solemn promise. |
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Term
| Recite the Cadet Oath from memory. |
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Definition
| 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. |
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Term
| Describe what the Cadet Oath means, in your own words. |
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Definition
“I pledge that I will serve faithfully
in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet
Program …”
Being faithful means being true
and doing what you say you will
do. In this first line of the oath,
you are saying that you understand
what you are getting
yourself into by joining CAP, and
that you are freely choosing to
become a cadet.
“… and that I will attend meetings
regularly, …”
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, …”
You promise to be enthusiastic
about what cadets do. You’re
joining CAP because you are
looking forward to great activities,
and naturally you intend to
take part in them.
“… obey my officers, …”
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.
You promise to listen to your
leaders. But if an officer were to
tell you to do something morally
wrong, you would not have to
obey them.
“… wear my uniform properly …”
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. Because the
cadet uniform is similar to the
Air Force uniform, you know you
have a special obligation to live
up to the ideals it represents.
“… and advance my education
and training rapidly …”
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. In the
Cadet Oath you promise to take
that duty seriously.
“… to prepare myself to be of
service to my community, state,
and nation.”
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. By participating
in cadet activities, you gain
from those experiences, but the
overall goal is to build yourself
into a responsible citizen, so
America benefits too. America
needs leaders who look out for
the needs of the community, not
their own selfish desires. |
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Term
| Identify what is the root of all military customs and courtesies. |
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Definition
| They are small, but important expressions of politeness and mutual respect. |
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Term
| Explain why rendering customs and courtesies is not a mark of inferiority. |
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Definition
| Rendering customs and courtesies is a sign of MUTUAL RESPECT. |
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Term
| Describe how customs and courtesies affect team spirit. |
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Definition
They build team spirit.
Cadets strengthen their
self-discipline and maintain a positive
attitude by habitually and cheerfully rendering customs and courtesies.
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Term
| Describe the origins of the salute. |
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Definition
From the days of chivalry:
The etiquette of the day dictated that should two friendly knights meet, each would raise the visor of his helmet, show his face, and pay proper respect to the other. Since both knights were completely clad in steel, they could recognize each other as friend or foe by the distinctive emblems and devices on their armor - another custom that still lives. Etiquette also decreed that the knights salute with their right hands. The right hand was the sword hand; raising it was a sign of trust. Even after modern firearms had made steel armor a thing of the past, the knightly gesture of raising the right hand continued to be recognized as the proper greeting between soldiers. The salute is the simplest form of military courtesy. Centuries after its creation, it remains a sign of friendship and mutual respect |
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Term
Outline basic rules for rendering common military customs and
courtesies. |
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Definition
THE SALUTE
• 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.
COMING TO ATTENTION
• 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.
POSITION OF HONOR
• 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. |
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Term
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Definition
When directed to report to an officer indoors, follow these steps:
• 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.
• Remain at attention, unless instructed otherwise, as you conduct your
business with the officer.
• When the meeting is over, the officer will say, “Dismissed.”
• Come to attention (if not already), and take one step backward.
• Salute and wait for the officer to return the salute.
• Perform an about face, and exit the area.
To report to an officer outdoors, follow the steps above, except:
• You will normally be wearing your cover (hat).
• There will be no door for you to knock on; simply proceed toward the
officer, halt 2 paces in front of them, salute, and report as explained above. |
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Term
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Definition
It is customary to introduce people when you believe they are meeting
one another for the first time.
• When making an introduction, the junior person is introduced to the senior.
For example, “Captain Jones, this is Airman Smith. Airman Smith, meet
Captain Jones.”
• The people being introduced to one another might not have military grade.
As a rule of thumb, younger people are introduced to older people. For
example, “Mom, this is my friend Sara. Sara this is my mom, Mrs. Jones.”
• Likewise, people who lack a formal title or position of responsibility are
introduced to those who do. For example, “Mayor Smith, may I introduce
Emily Jones. Emily, meet Mayor Smith.”
• Of course, it is polite to offer a firm handshake when making someone’s
acquaintance. |
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Term
Describe what usefulness the uniform has as a leadership
training tool. |
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Definition
The uniform is a vehicle for learning selfdiscipline,
personal responsibility, and self-respect. |
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Term
Explain why the concept of image is important when wearing the
uniform. |
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Definition
For good or bad, one person’s conduct reflects on everyone else in
the group. |
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Term
| Defend the idea that wearing the uniform is a privilege. |
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Definition
| Because CAP is the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary and cadets wear an Air Force style uniform, there is a special obligation to wear it properly and with pride. |
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Term
| Identify cadet grade insignia. |
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Definition
| Run through them in your head. |
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Term
Explain why drill and ceremonies helps cadets develop leadership
skills. |
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Definition
A unit’s
performance on the drill field is a measure of the cadets’ sense of
self-discipline. And |
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Term
| Explain what a chain of command is. |
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Definition
| The chain of command is the order of authority. |
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Term
| Describe ways in which a chain of command promotes teamwork. |
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Definition
| While teamwork is important, the chain of command is based on the belief that final responsibility for getting a job done ought to be assigned to a single individual. |
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Term
| Describe what “jumping the chain” means and why it is to be avoided. |
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Definition
Likewise, “jumping the chain” is to be avoided. This occurs when
an individual takes an issue to a high-level leader, without consulting
their immediate superiors. |
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