1. Jail
   Bar
2. Nightclub
   Diner

The "brig" is undoubtedly a place in which a Marine doesn't want to end up. If you are sent to the "brig," you are put into the military equivalent of jail. And how long will a Marine stay in the "brig?" Well, it all depends on their offense.

1. Going to clean their barracks.
   Fresh out of boot camp.
2. Going to go on a 5-mile hike.
   None of the above.

Old Marines have seen it all. They are no longer "boots." That is the term reserved only for new Marines, fresh out of boot camp and still a little wet behind the ears. But don't worry. In a few months, they will have their own "boots" to mess with!

1. Flyboy
   GI
2. Jarhead
   Puddle pirate

The term "Jarhead" has been used to describe Marines since World War II. It was a name given to them by sailors on U.S. naval ships. The term also refers to a book by ex-Marine, Anthony Swofford which was turned into a Hollywood movie starring Jake Gyllenhaal.

1. Rain jacket
   Sleeping bag
2. Ammunition
   Rations

A "box nasty" is something a Marine out in the field will receive. It is the nickname given to rations, particularly "A" rations. A lunch "box nasty" would include a boiled egg, fruit, a sandwich and a drink. It is sometimes referred to as a "bag nasty" since it comes in a brown paper bag.

1. The back of the vessel
   The front of the vessel
2. Below deck
   None of the above

Naval terms figure strongly in Marine lingo. After all, they do spend plenty of their time at sea. The front of the ship is called the "bow," pronounced as you would say "cow," not as the weapon that shoots arrows.

1. Boots
   Infrared glasses
2. Helmet
   Gloves

Yes, a simple description that tells it like it is. To Marines, a helmet is a "brain bucket" and certainly one of their most important pieces of equipment, along with their weapon, especially in combat!

1. A physical training contest
   An actual dog and pony show
2. A parade of some kind
   None of the above

A "dog and pony show" is usually a parade of some kind in which Marines will take part. This is usually requested by senior commanders.

1. A day spent cleaning their barracks
   A trip to the local zoo
2. A day off
   None of the above

A "field day" is not a trip away from the base. It is time all Marines hate. "Field days" are spent cleaning the barracks. And this means everything needs to be spic and span. Everything is cleaned and cleaned again, and furniture is moved to ensure all floors are clean as well. And all this is done at night, not during the day.

1. The time the roll call is taken
   To dispose of something overboard
2. The time Marines must be in their beds
   None of the above

While on a ship, things get thrown overboard. That's called to "deep six" something.

1. Second tour as a Marine
   Failed flight school
2. Died in an air crash
   None of the above

When a Marine officer fails flight school and takes up another military occupational specialty, or "MOS," they are said to be a "fallen angel." This is used in a derogatory way.

1. A burn or scar received on the neck from an ejected cartridge
   A wake-up call before 6 a.m.
2. A quick meal before the mess hall closes
   None of the above

It's a scar, alright, and it's generally in the neck region. This is a result of hot cartridges ejected from a weapon as a Marine fires it. Turning up a shirt collar can help protect the neck, however.

1. Match
   Flashlight
2. Weapon
   Night vision goggles.

That's a brilliant description for a flashlight ... a moonbeam! Obviously, flashlights are never used on the battlefield, but they're useful in camp on a dark night when you have to find the latrine.

1. Getting a bite to eat
   Playing a role-playing game
2. Drunk and disorderly
   None of the above

Like most armed forces, Marines enjoy their downtime. That said, they are expected to behave at all times. A Marine that is "D and D," or drunk and disorderly, could end up with a serious problem.

1. The oldest member
   The newest member
2. The youngest member
   None of the above.

In modern Marine slang, the "Grand old man of the Marine Corps" is a term reserved for the oldest member of the unit. It originally was the nickname given to Archibald Henderson, a Commandant of the Corp who served for an incredible 54 years.

1. A warm bomber jacket
   Sweets
2. Medals and ribbons
   None of the above

Think about it, it makes complete sense to call medals and ribbons "chest candy". Although this is usually used in positive way, it can also be very derogatory.

1. Sleep
   Shower
2. Eat
   None of the above

On U.S. Navy ships, Marines, and sailors for that matter, sleep in very close proximity on bunks. These are often called "racks."

1. True
2. False

It's true; Marines are known as "devil dogs." It is thought the phrase came from German soldiers in World War I who were so impressed by the Marines that they called them "teufelhund," which, in German, means ... you guessed it, devil dog.

1. Boot camp glasses
   A uniform
2. Boot camp gadgets
   None of the above

No matter what you tell the Marine Corps when you sign up and attend boot camp, your eyes will be checked. If you need glasses, you will receive special Marine issues. These are called "BCGs," boot camp glasses. And no, they aren't very fashionable.

1. Chicago
   Hawaii
2. New York
   Detroit

Marines tend to have shortened names for all their major bases. The one on the island of Hawaii is known simply as "K-Bay."

1. The right side
   The back
2. The front
   The left side

The "aft" of the ship is the rear. A good joke when you get there is to say to a fellow Marine, "Do you come here aften?" OK, so maybe it's not such a good joke!

1. Aircraft
   Helicopter
2. Dinghy
   Aircraft carrier

Helo" is military slang for a helicopter. They play a significant role in the military and are indispensable vehicles, as demonstrated during a war, either bringing Marines to contact points or removing the injured.

1. Sit in the fuller unit
   Suck it the f*** up
2. Say it to federal units
   See it there fully installed

When a Marine complains about something, his fellow Marines might take exception and tell him to "SITFU" or "suck it the f*** up!" To tell them subtly, Marines might ask the moaning member of the corps if they are in possession of a straw.

1. Dirty Dogs
   Bullet Sponges
2. Grunts
   None of the above

Marines spend a lot of time on Navy ships. This was especially true during World War II as they moved through the Pacific. Of course, when they got to the field of conflict, the Marines had to do their job. They were called "bullet sponges" by the Navy crews.

1. True
2. False

True! The term has been used to describe Marines for many years. It is thought to have originated due to the fact that their stiff collars were made of leather to protect from sword strikes.

1. Preparing food in the mess
   On guard duty
2. Going to fight a fire
   Taking a nap

A "fire watch" is simply Marine slang for guard duty. And guard duties are handed out from the moment a Marine steps into boot camp and will continue throughout their service.

1. Clap
   To report to a certain area
2. Put on their dress uniform with gloves
   None of the above

"All hands on deck" is a phrase often used in both the U.S. Navy and the Marine Corps. It means all Marines on board that ship must report to the staging area on the deck.

1. Swimming
   Slacking off
2. Sleeping
   None of the above

Any Marine said to be "skating" isn't rolling around on small wheels. No, they are "slacking off." For example, when cleaning for an inspection, a Marine not pulling their weight will be said to be "skating." This has another term in the U.S. Army. Here it is known as "shamming."

1. Major
   Master Gunnery Sergeant
2. Colonel
   Lieutenant

A "Master Gunny" or a "Master Guns" is the term Marines affectionately give to the Master Gunnery Sergeant in a unit. You will remember them from many Hollywood movies, as they are often the grizzled veteran who tries to look after all the troops, especially new Marines.

1. It's lights out! Time to rest
   They will ready their weapons
2. They will attend a meeting
   They will be given the weekend off

When U.S. Marines "muster," it is for a roll call (the most likely use of the word) or perhaps for a meeting.

1. Running out of ammo
   Kilometers
2. The need to sleep
   A shower

Five klicks till contact, sir. You understand that, right? A klick is a kilometer. You would not associate the use of kilometers with the U.S. military, but it is used as a standard distance measurement by all branches of the military, including the Marines.

1. Small talk between Marines
   A piece of paper
2. A plastic cup
   None of the above

A "chit" is thought to come from the word "citthi," which were pieces of paper used by Hindu traders for money. It can refer to any type of paper, including dollar bills, Navy orders or a form that needs to be filled out.

1. To dance.
   To have a chat over a beer.
2. For something to be explained simply.
   None of the above.

Struggling to understand something been explained to you? Well, if you were a Marine, you would ask for it to be "broken down, Barney-style." Yes, as in Barney the purple dinosaur explains things to kids. Simply.

1. Swimming
   Training
2. Moving as quickly as possible
   Under fire

This is probably one you have heard before. To a Marine, "on the double" means doing whatever task they are performing as fast as possible and certainly without delay.

1. They have a weekend pass.
   They are on leave with the blessing of their commanding officer.
2. They are absent without leave.
   None of the above

Marines who have gone "A.W.O.L." have left their post or unit without permission and are said to be absent without leave. This is a very serious offense and can turn into desertion if a Marine is gone for 30 days or more.