Cadet Marquez holds which position?

• A. Cadet Company Commanding Officer
• B. Cadet Gunnery Sergeant
• C. Cadet Executive Officer
• D. Cadet First Sergeant

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is understanding who serves as the second-in-command in a cadet company and what that role entails. The Executive Officer is the second-in-command to the Company Commander, so this cadet helps plan, supervise, and coordinate the staff to ensure orders are carried out and operations run smoothly. When the commander isn’t available, the Executive Officer often takes the lead for the company, making this position the natural fit for Cadet Marquez.

This role is distinct from the Company Commander, who leads the company; from the Gunnery Sergeant, who is a senior enlisted leader focused on drill, weapons, and related duties; and from the First Sergeant, who concentrates on enlisted welfare, discipline, and administrative tasks.