Which General Order states: To take charge of this post and all government property in view?

• A. To take charge of this post and all government property in view.
• B. To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.
• C. To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.
• D. To keep my post in view and maintain constant communication.

Answer: (A)

The main idea being tested is identifying which General Order assigns a guard the responsibility to take charge of the post and everything government property within sight. The line stating “to take charge of this post and all government property in view” is the one that directly codifies that duty. It establishes the guard’s authority and accountability at the post from the moment they are posted and until they are relieved. In this context, “in view” means everything you can see from your post, so you’re responsible for safeguarding both the post and the government property you can observe.

The other lines describe different duties of a sentry: walking the post with alertness concerns how you move and stay vigilant; reporting violations covers duty to relay infractions of orders; and the remaining option about keeping the post in view with constant communication isn’t a standard General Order.