1.
What Army publication covers Map Reading and Land Navigation?
CCNY Empire Battalion ROTC | 2nd "Freedom" Brigade
Land Navigation Written Examination
Reference: TC 3-25.26, Map Reading and Land Navigation
Cadet Name:
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Date:
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Instructions
- Read each question carefully before answering.
- For multiple choice questions, circle the letter of the best answer.
- For fill-in-the-blank, write your answer clearly on the line provided.
- For short answer questions, write legibly in the space provided.
- For calculation questions, you must show all work to receive full credit.
- No electronic devices, notes, or references permitted.
- Protractors and straightedges may be used if provided by the instructor.
- If you finish early, review your answers before turning in the exam.
Section A: 30 pts
Section B: 30 pts
Section C: 25 pts
Section D: 15 pts
Total: 100 pts
Section A: Map Reading Fundamentals
Questions 1 – 10 • 30 Points
2.
List the five basic colors found on a standard military map and state what each color represents.
3.
The rule for reading grid coordinates on a military map is:
4.
A 6-digit grid coordinate locates a position to within meters.
5.
A 4-digit grid coordinate locates a position to within meters.
6.
What is the definition of a contour line?
7.
What are the five major terrain features?
8.
The three minor terrain features are , , and .
9.
The two supplementary terrain features are and .
10.
How do you distinguish a depression from a hill on a topographic map?
Section B: Compass Operations
Questions 11 – 18 • 30 Points
11.
Name the three types of north and briefly describe each.
12.
How many clicks are on a lensatic compass bezel ring?
13.
Each click of the bezel ring on a lensatic compass equals degrees.
14.
Explain the difference between the compass-to-cheek method and the center-hold method for shooting an azimuth. Include the accuracy of each method.
15.
What is the back azimuth of 072°? Show your work.
Back Azimuth =
16.
What is the back azimuth of 305°? Show your work.
Back Azimuth =
17.
The declination diagram shows that Magnetic North is 8° East of Grid North. Convert a grid azimuth of 156° to a magnetic azimuth. Show your work.
Magnetic Azimuth =
18.
Using the same declination (Magnetic North is 8° East of Grid North), convert a magnetic azimuth of 290° to a grid azimuth. Show your work.
Grid Azimuth =
Section C: Navigation Techniques
Questions 19 – 25 • 25 Points
19.
What are the three elements of dead reckoning?
20.
What is a pace? How is a pace count typically expressed?
21.
Name four factors that require you to adjust your pace count from the baseline.
22.
Explain the difference between intersection and resection.
23.
Define “attack point” as a navigation aid.
24.
Define “catching feature” as a navigation aid.
25.
Describe the step-by-step procedure for measuring distance on a map using a bar scale.
Section D: Applied / CST Preparation
Questions 26 – 30 • 15 Points
26.
There are mils in one degree. (Round to two decimal places.)
27.
An 8-digit grid coordinate locates a position to within meters.
28.
What is the purpose of the declination diagram found in the map margin?
29.
What does the acronym “HVRS-D” stand for as a mnemonic for the five major terrain features?
30.
You are navigating by dead reckoning. Your pace count is 65 paces per 100 meters. You need to travel 800 meters. How many paces will you count? Show your work.
Total Paces =
| Section | Possible | Earned |
| A: Map Reading | 30 | |
| B: Compass Ops | 30 | |
| C: Navigation | 25 | |
| D: Applied/CST | 15 | |
| TOTAL | 100 |