What is the purpose of drill?

• A. To render honors, preserve tradition, and stimulate Esprit de Corps.
• B. To move a unit from one place to another in an orderly manner, to instill discipline and precision, and to practice commanding troops.
• C. To recruit new soldiers.
• D. To train soldiers in basic fitness.

Answer: (B)

Drill focuses on getting soldiers to move and act as a coordinated unit, with precision and discipline. The reason this description fits drill best is that it emphasizes three core outcomes: moving from one place to another in an orderly way, instilling discipline and precise execution in movements, and giving practice in issuing and following commands. Together, these elements build smooth, predictable, and controllable troop movement, which is essential for effective operations and leadership.

Esprit de corps and tradition can grow from drill, but they’re not the primary purpose. Recruitment and basic fitness are addressed through other training activities, not drill itself.