Army Boot Camp Quiz

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1. Which would you consider a bigger threat to your safety in the wild?
Animals
Environment

2. Which can you live longer without consuming?
Food
Water

3. In the absence of water, you should drink urine.
True
False

4. Which has more protein, insects or beef?
Insects
Beef

5. It's very important to keep clothing clean in the cold.
True
False

6. What is the most important body part to keep covered in the cold?
Hands
Feet
Head

7. Which is generally best when seeking natural shelter?
Low ground
High ground

8. You should avoid eating mushrooms in the wild.
True
False

9. How many liters of water do you need daily, even in the cold?
One
Two
Three

10. What's the best way to test if a plant is edible?
Touch it
Eat it
Perform the Universal Edibility Test

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What, No Pets? Guess what you can and can't bring with you to Army basic training.

http://www.goarmy.com/basic/week00/smedia/sm2frm.htm

The following information will make your transition from civilian to military life easier. These are the required items that you must bring with you and the items that will not be permitted. Ask your recruiter for a more detailed list.

WHAT TO BRING

CLOTHING
- 1-day supply of casual, comfortable clothing
(no halter tops or ragged shorts)
- Three sets of underwear (white)
- One pair of white, calf-length athletic socks
(no color bands, designs or logos) Additional socks will be purchased at the post exchange (PX)
- A pair of comfortable shoes
- Eyeglasses (no faddish/stylish eyewear)
- Luggage should be limited to one small suitcase or
gym bag

LOCK
- One lock (combination or padlock with two keys)
Additional lock will be purchased at PX

TOILET ARTICLES
- Disposable/safety razor with blades
- Shaving cream (optional for women)
- Toothbrush with case
- Hairbrush or 6" black comb
- One washcloth and towel (Additional items will be
purchased at the PX)
- Anti-perspirant
- Shower shoes
- Toothpaste
- Dental floss
- Shampoo
- Soap and soap case

MONEY
- $10.00, but no more than $50.00, in cash
- Traveler’s Checks or Money Orders
(Personal checks are not recommended because of
limited check-cashing facilities.)

DOCUMENTS YOU MAY NEED TO BRING WITH YOU
- Social security card, driver's license, Direct Deposit Form 1199 signed by a bank official, or the name, address and account number and routing number of your financial
institution. If applicable, notarized copies of your Marriage
Certificate, Divorce Decree or Separation Order; notarized
copies of Birth Certificates for all your children under 18;
Affidavit of Support for Parents; Court Documents and
direct deposit forms if ordered to pay spousal and/or child
support. Ask your recruiter for full details. Proof of
Citizenship (aliens only) The name, Social Security
number and military address of your spouse if you are
married to another service member in the Army or any
other military component. Copies of your lease
agreement or rental contract for any dependents residing
outside of government quarters. Documentation of any
ROTC experience and college transcripts.

YOUR ORDERS
- Be sure to have all copies of orders and documents
issued by your unit recruiter and /or MEPS. These orders
must be delivered by you and by hand. Travel and meal
tickets will be provided.

WHAT NOT TO BRING (men and women)

- Family
- Pets
- Privately owned vehicles
- Expensive personal items — Cameras, radios, tape
players, jewelry and costly watches are hard to
safeguard during training.
- Nonprescription drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Steel hair picks
- Razor blades
- Weapons of any type, including pocket knives
- Obscene or pornographic material
- Alcoholic beverages
- Playing cards/dice/dominoes
- Cigarettes/tobacco products
- Batteries (except size "D")

FOR WOMEN ONLY

ADDITIONAL ITEMS WOMEN MIGHT NEED OR DESIRE TO BRING TO BT ARE:
- Undergarments: Panties (cotton recommended), bras,
and one full slip (all neutral shade), flesh-tone nylons
or pantyhose.
- Hairstyles not considered appropriate when in uniform:
Ponytail, extreme bouffant styles, exotic upsweeps and
the corkscrew or "corn row" styles.

CLOTHING AND JEWELRY
- Do not mix items of civilian clothing with your uniform
and vice versa.
- You may wear quarter-inch or less pearl, gold, silver, or
diamond spherical earrings with Army uniforms, except
for the Battle Dress Uniform and Physical Fitness Uniform.