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- 1. Open EndedWhat tragic event occurred that caused police agencies across the US to change their tactics in rapid response to actor(s) killing innocent people? A) University of Texas Tower Shooting B) Columbine High School C) North Hollywood Shoot Out D) 9/11 Terrorist Attacks
- 2. Fill in the BlankIt is imperative that the first responding officer(s) to a random act of violence differentiate between a _____________________ and _____________________. A) Active Shooter / Homicide in Progress B) Hostage Situation / Barricaded Suspect C) Hostage Situation / Active Shooter D) Mass Murderer / Thrill Killer
- 3. Open EndedWhich of the following is the correct response to a hostage / barricaded situation? A) Conduct a hostage Rescue with at least one other officer B) Search, Find and Confront the Hostage Taker C) Locate, Triangulate, and Confront the Hostage Taker D) Contain, Control, Communicate, Call SWAT and Hostage Negotiators, Create Immediate Action Plan
- 4. Open EndedWhich of the following is not a concept and principle of team movement? A) Move as fast as you can B) Stay together as much as possible C) Cover the angles D) Threshold evaluation
- 5. Open EndedThe number one goal when responding to an active shooter or Homicide in progress is to: A) Treat the Injured B) Contain the Incident C) Establish Command Post D) Stop the Killing
- 6. Open EndedWhen evaluating the need to close distance, you should ask which of the following? A) Can you eliminate the threat? B) Can you restrict or isolate the suspect's movement? C) Can you take resources away from the suspects (weapons, escape routes)? D) All of the above questions would be asked
- 7. Open EndedWhat are the priorities of work after a lethal engagement occurs? A) Check Ammo, Fluids, and Communicate B) Security, Immediate Action Plan, Medical C) Phone Legal Representation and Chain of Command D) Search other Un-cleared Areas
- 8. Fill in the BlankWhen faced with an armed threat and limited / no cover is available, it is important to remember that _____________________. A) Most Active Shooters commit suicide B) Action is faster than reaction C) Time is on your side D) Communication is the key to surrender / apprehension
- 9. Open EndedA solo officer should make a direct-to-threat entry into an Active Shooting crisis site except for when: A) Active gunfire can be heard by the officer B) Screaming and Yelling can be heard by the officer C) Actionable intelligence regarding the location of the suspect is known D) There is no driving force (nothing heard, seen or known upon arrival)
- 10. Open EndedIn most situations, secondary / follow-up responders should not move into an area believed to be occupied by friendly forces: A) Unit is notified by Incident Command B) Unless friendly forces are clearly visible C) Unless no friendly forces can be seen D) Until positive "link-up" has been made
- 11. Open EndedWhat is the maximum number of officers used to form a single contact team when entering into an enclosed structure? A) No more than 3 B) No more than 5 C) No more than 7 D) No more than 9
- 12. Open EndedALl team movement is based upon the concept of: A) 540 degrees of cover B) 360 degrees of cover C) Train and Cover D) Bound and Cover
- 13. Open EndedThe "Laser Rule" refers to: A) Passing open doors B) Weapon's muzzle discipline C) Quick Team movement D) Telegraphing of weapon or flashlight
- 14. Open EndedWhat technique is taught to clear the majority of a room without entering into the room? A) "Leading the Edge" B) "Picking the Point" C) "Threshold Evaluation" D) "Cutting the Cake"
- 15. Open EndedWhen encountering the subjects inside the threat area, you should always: A) Use the "Quick Scan Technique" B) Read the eyes C) Hold in place D) Close distance quickly
- 16. Fill in the BlankWhen responding to an active shooter, the Contact Team should _____________________ the sounds of gunfire. A) Assess B) Run From C) Move quickly to D) Slowly approach
- 17. Open EndedWhat is the minimum "recommended" number of officers that should enter into and clear a room? A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4
- 18. Fill in the BlankThe most important aspect in working as a team is _____________________. A) Speed of movement B) Communication C) Marksmanship skills D) Officer safety
- 19. Fill in the BlankThe first two officers who enter a room for any reason must ensure they always _____________________. A) Communicate their intent to incident Command B) First pass off areas of responsibility C) Clear the room for any possible threats D) Announce "Police" prior to entry
- 20. Open EndedAny use of force, especially deadly force, must be consistent with: A) Applicable State and Federal Law B) Agency Policy and Procedure C) Applicable case Law D) All of the Above
- 21. Open EndedWhich of the following is not one of the three rules when dealing with an explosive device on an active shooter scene? A) Do not touch the device B) Turn off your radio and cell-phone C) Create distance with angles and air gaps D) Communicate the device
- 22. Open EndedWhat two items should be in every rapid response or bail-out bag? A) Flashlight and Extra Ammunition B) Extra Ammunition and Medical Equipment C) Breaching tools and Flashlights D) Extra Ammunition and Chemical Lights
- 23. Open EndedFirst responders who are engaged by a suspect from inside a building though a window / doorway should use which tactic in response? A) Suppressive Fire B) Directed Fire C) Grazing Fire D) Serpentine Movement
- 24. Open EndedFor purposes of this course, the human brain is viewed as having two basic operating systems: A) Reactionary and Responsive B) Reflexive and Reflective C) Fight or Flight D) Flexible or Rigid
- 25. Open EndedWhen attempting to gain entry into a crisis point, what tools can be used to make a successful breach? A) Sledge Hammer B) Patrol Vehicle C) Shotgun D) All of the above
- 26. Open Endedwhat are the course goals for ALERRT: Active Shooter Response Level 1?
- 27. Open Endedwhat is an active shooter?
- 28. Open EndedList in descending order the priority life scale
- 29. Open Endedwhat are the concepts & principles for team movement in response to an active shooter?
- 30. Open Endedwhat are the ABCs of cover?
- 31. Open Endedhow fast should you move in an active shooter response?
- 32. Open Endedwhat is the communication loop?
- 33. Open Endedname the three places to get into a gunfight?
- 34. Open Endedwhat are the elements of a dynamic entry?
- 35. Open Endedwhat is the OODA Loop?
- 36. Open Endedwhat is the order of the scanning sequence?
- 37. Open Endedwhat is the ALERRT strategy for civilians in an active shooter situation?
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