Marine Corps Orders and Publications Quiz

What is the primary use of Letter Orders?

• To announce promotions

• To appoint officers

• To publish classified instructions

• To direct travel

Which of the following is NOT a component of Special Orders?

• Heading

• Body

• Authentication

• Distribution

What style is used in Special Orders?

• Descriptive English

• Formal English

• Casual English

• Telegraphic English

What is the maximum period of affectivity for Circulars?

• Indefinite

• Five years

• One year

• Two years

What is the purpose of a Daily Bulletin?

• To classify documents

• To announce promotions

• To provide official and unofficial information

• To transmit orders

Which type of order is used to announce the results of a court martial?

• Special Orders

• Memorandum

• General Orders

• Court Martial Orders

What is the main characteristic of General Orders?

• Specific to individuals

• Applicable to all commands

• Directive in nature

• Temporary in nature

What is the maximum number of paragraphs in a Special Order?

• Ten

• Unlimited

• Five

• One

What is the purpose of a Routing Slip?

• To classify documents

• To provide directives

• To announce promotions

• To transmit papers within a Headquarters

What is the typical duration of a Memorandum?

• Five years

• One year

• Indefinite

• Two years