SERE 100.2

Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape.

True.

Six articles.

I am an American, fighting in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.

I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist.

You may delay contact with local authorities. However, military members are never authorized to surrender.

If I am captured I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

Answer is INCOMPLETE, not wrong. Article IV of EO 10631 continues: "If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them up in every way." The quiz answer omits these two sentences.

Keeping faith with fellow prisoners under Article IV of the Code of Conduct.

Answer is INCOMPLETE, not wrong. Article V of EO 10631 continues: "I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause." The quiz answer omits the final sentence. EO text also reads "name, rank, service number and date of birth" (no comma before 'and').

Name, rank, service number, and date of birth.

I will never forget that I am an American, fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

Survive, Communicate, Organize, Resist, Escape.

Perceive, Analyze, Interpret, Decide, Execute — a memory tool for maintaining situational awareness during an isolating event.

False. Resistance is much more than a battle of wits — it is an attitude and a way of life that encompasses all aspects of captivity.

A plan that helps recovery forces anticipate your actions and intentions, details methods and procedures to communicate with recovery forces, and provides your evasion intentions and key recovery information.

Record data about your communication devices on your EPA (Evasion Plan of Action) prior to deploying or mission execution.

DD Form 1833 — Isolated Personnel Report (ISOPREP).

Rainfall, water from plants, and melted snow.

Boiling vigorously for at least one minute, chemically treating with chlorine or iodine, and purifying with a commercial micro filter.

True.

Provides natural protection from environment, hazards, and threats; sufficient materials are available for constructing a shelter; and the area is large enough for you and your equipment.

Fingerprints, notes, and DNA.

Try to retain your personal cell phone, leave evidence of your presence, and sanitize personal materials that could be exploited by the enemy.

Blood Chit and Pointee-Talkee.

A document carried by military personnel that identifies them as an American service member and promises a reward to anyone who assists them. It is printed in multiple languages.

A booklet with phrases in multiple languages that an isolated person can point to in order to communicate basic needs and intentions with local populations.

Be conscious of your body language, maintain a low profile, avoid provoking confrontation, and try to diffuse tense situations through calm communication.

Using a tourniquet, elevating and immobilizing the injured area, and applying direct pressure to the wound.

Remove layers of clothing before strenuous activities to prevent overheating.

Limit communication to: identify yourself, ask to be returned to U.S. control, and provide the innocent circumstances leading to your capture.

Observer-reported and self-reported (NOT media reporting).

False. Discussing religion can be dangerous and offensive. Focus on practical matters and showing respect for local customs.

Sanitize, destroy, or hide sensitive items to prevent them from being exploited by the enemy.

Immediate protection from the environment (shelter/warmth), water, signaling for rescue, and food.

POWs must be treated humanely, protected from violence, intimidation, insults, and public curiosity. They are entitled to respect for their persons and honor, and must receive adequate food, water, clothing, shelter, and medical attention.

Captors are required to provide their name and allow the POW to communicate with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).

The DoD Public Affairs Officer (PAO) provides assistance after release or rescue.

Three of anything — three fires, three gunshots, three whistle blasts, or the SOS signal (three short, three long, three short).

Using the sun's position (rises in east, sets in west), the North Star (Polaris), stick shadow method, and using a watch as a compass.

Move during limited visibility (night/bad weather), avoid roads and trails, use terrain for cover and concealment, avoid leaving tracks, and move slowly and deliberately.

Stop, think, observe, plan (STOP). Assess your situation, take inventory of equipment, and begin executing your Evasion Plan of Action (EPA).

Resistance is an obligation under the Code of Conduct. It helps maintain personal dignity, unit cohesion among prisoners, and denies the enemy exploitation of prisoners for propaganda or intelligence purposes.

Isolation, threats, humiliation, sleep deprivation, manipulation of environment (temperature, light, noise), and psychological pressure to gain information or cooperation.

The SRO assumes command of all POWs, establishes a chain of command, organizes resistance efforts, maintains discipline and morale, and ensures compliance with the Code of Conduct.

No. Article III states: 'I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.' Accepting parole or special favors gives the enemy a propaganda victory and may endanger fellow prisoners.

To provide military personnel with the knowledge and skills needed to survive, evade capture, resist exploitation, and escape from captivity, in support of the Code of Conduct.

Signal mirror, flares, smoke signals, VS-17 signal panel, strobe light, whistle, and radio/beacon.

Milky or discolored sap, beans/bulbs/seeds inside pods, bitter or soapy taste, spines/fine hairs/thorns, dill/carrot/parsnip/parsley-like foliage, and an almond scent in woody parts and leaves.

Look for streams, rivers, and lakes. Collect rainwater. Look for animal tracks (they often lead to water). Dig in dry riverbeds. Collect dew in the early morning. Always purify water before drinking.

Article V

False

Your health and welfare; A verifiable date; You and your fellow captives' identities

True

Article III

analyze

True

situational awareness

innocence

Evasion chart

False

During military operations outside declared hostilities you may delay contact with local authorities; Military members are never authorized to surrender

Control emotions; Stall; Bounce back

moral guide

Contact friendly forces; Gain situational awareness

Cultural Smart Cards; Pointee-Talkee

Your evasion intentions and key recovery information; It helps them to anticipate your actions and intentions should you become isolated; Ensure you detail the factors concerning the methods and procedures you intend to use to communicate with recovery forces

organization

Article 1

Reaffirm your will to live and focus on positive reasons to return home; Keep your mind active by recalling fond memories or designing a house; Have faith that the U.S. government will support your family

Making statements that might bring harm to other captives; Discussing sensitive matters

Preparation of a "Just in Case" letter; Preparing family members for the media attention they may encounter should you become isolated; Preparation of estate planning documents (i.e., will, power of attorney, policies, etc.)

Survive, Communicate, Organize, Resist, Escape

The health and welfare of fellow captives; The innocent circumstances leading to your capture; Your health and welfare

Focus on your authorized communications; Resist providing a confession