Which General Order directs a guard to take charge of this post and all government property in view?

• A. First General Order
• B. Second General Order
• C. Third General Order
• D. Seventh General Order

Answer: (A)

The main idea being tested is what a sentry’s first duty statement requires: taking charge of the post and everything within sight. This General Order sets the guard’s primary responsibility from the moment they assume duty, establishing accountability for the post and all government property in view. It clarifies that the guard’s authority and responsibility begin at the post and extend to whatever the guard can observe, until properly relieved. This wording is why it’s the best answer—the directive directly describes the guard’s initial charge and stewardship of property seen from the post. Other General Orders cover different expectations—how to conduct yourself while on duty, what to report, and how to handle emergencies—rules that complement the core duty but do not define the act of taking charge of the post and its visible property.