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June 5, 2025 18 mins

In this episode, we aren't going to just ask and answer a bunch of questions about AR 600-52. No, we are going to focus on questions that are at a difficulty level that every PVT should be able to answer.

The episode is broken into 4 chapters:

The Pre-Test

The Lesson

The Re-Test

Repetition

Feel free to jump into the Pre-Test, and if you know everything, skip to the next difficulty level. If you want to know more about a question, stick around for the Lesson, where we will teach you what everything means. Then we'll re-evaluate at the Re-Test, and help you have it down consciously and sub-consciously in the Repetition chapter.

The questions we are going over are:

What does SHARP stand for?

What is the Army’s Policy on Sexual Harassment?

What regulation covers SHARP?

What is retaliation?

What is the Army’s slogan for the SHARP campaign?

What are the two types of SHARP reports?

What is Restricted reporting?

What is Unrestricted reporting?

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(00:00):
Welcome to the Board Questions podcast, where you can study for
your promotion or Soldier of theMonth board while driving,
commuting, or playing video games.
Today we will be focusing on questions about the SHARP
program that every E1 private and above should know shortly
after leaving Basic Training. Each of these episodes will
start with a pretest chapter, and if you confidently answer

(00:22):
every question, move on to the next most difficult episode and
test yourself there. If you didn't stick around and
start the lesson chapter where we will teach you each of the
answers in the lesson phase. Then the retest chapter will
give you a chance to try again. If you want to solidify your
answers subconsciously, the repetition chapter will repeat

(00:43):
the questions and answers, and you can solidify what you've
just learned by repeating them out loud.
Let's get started with the pretest, the pretest chapter.
Question one. What does SHARP stand for?
Sexual harassment, Assault response and prevention.

(01:03):
Question 2. What is the Army's policy on
sexual harassment? It is unacceptable.
Question three. What regulation covers SHARP AR
600 to 52. Question 4.
What is retaliation? Acts like ostracism or reprisal

(01:27):
against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment,
assisting an investigation, or intervening.
This can include withholding privileges such as events,
schools, positions, awards, or incentives, as well as issuing
punishments. Question 5.
What is the Army's slogan for the SHARP campaign?

(01:49):
I am strong. Question 6 What are the two
types of sharp reports, restricted and unrestricted?
Question 7 What is restricted reporting?
Restricted reporting provides more confidentiality and is
aimed at getting the victim the help they need medically,

(02:10):
physically, and emotionally without pursuing legal action.
Question 8. What is unrestricted reporting?
Unrestricted reporting still gives the victim the help they
need, but is also designed to launch a formal investigation
and pursue legal action. It requires actions be taken
within specific timelines. The Lesson Chapter If you feel

(02:35):
confident in your answers in thepretest, skip this episode and
move on to the next episode where the questions will be a
little harder. If you want to learn more, let's
dive into the lesson chapter. We will ask the question again,
give you the answer, and then explain why that is the correct
answer and what it actually means for you.
The soldier Question one. What does SHARP stand for?

(03:00):
Sexual harassment, assault response and prevention.
SHARP stands for Sexual Harassment Slash Assault
Response and Prevention. It is the Army's comprehensive
program aimed at eliminating sexual harassment and assault
through prevention, education, victim advocacy, and appropriate
response. Many make the mistake of

(03:20):
thinking the P stands for program, so remember it stands
for prevention. Question 2 What is the Army's
policy on sexual harassment? It is unacceptable.
The Army's policy is straightforward and unequivocal.
Sexual harassment is unacceptable.
This reflects A0 tolerance stance rooted in Army values,

(03:43):
respect, integrity, and honor. Harassment violates not just
individual rights, but unit cohesion and operational
readiness. Any behavior that degrades or
demeans others has no place in the profession of arms.
Soldiers must understand that even subtle forms of harassment
are violations of this policy and are subject to action under

(04:05):
the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
UCMJ, question three. What regulation covers SHARP?
AR 600 to 52 SHARP used to be covered as a part of Army
Command Policy AR 600 to 20, Chapter 7.
However, this was changed in 2025.

(04:27):
Sharp became its own stand aloneregulation and it is now AR 600
to 52. Question 4.
What is retaliation? Acts like ostracism or reprisal
against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment,
assisting an investigation or intervening.
This can include withholding privileges such as events,

(04:49):
schools, positions, awards, or incentives, as well as issuing
punishments. Retaliation includes any adverse
action like ostracism, intimidation, or punishment
taken against someone for reporting sexual assault or
harassment, helping an investigation, or simply
intervening. Examples range from withholding

(05:10):
schools or awards to issuing unwarranted disciplinary
actions. Retaliation is not only
unethical, it is illegal under Army policy and UCMJ.
Question 5. What is the Army's slogan for
the SHARP campaign I am Strong? The SHARP campaign slogan is I

(05:31):
am Strong, which stands for Intervene, Act and Motivate.
It reminds soldiers of their shared responsibility to stop
harmful behavior before it escalates, to take action when
they see it, and to motivate others to do the same.
The slogan personalizes the fight.
I am puts accountability on the individual.

(05:51):
Think of it as a call to moral courage.
Question 6. What are the two types of sharp
reports, restricted and unrestricted?
There are two types of sharp reports, restricted and
unrestricted. These are the official channels
through which a victim can report a sexual assault.

(06:11):
The distinction gives victims control over how their
information is handled, allowingfor either confidentiality
restricted or formal action unrestricted.
Question 7. What is restricted reporting?
Restricted reporting provides more confidentiality and is
aimed at getting the victim the help they need medically,

(06:32):
physically, and emotionally without pursuing legal action.
Restricted reporting allows victims of sexual assault to
receive medical care, counseling, and victim advocacy
without triggering a formal investigation or notifying the
chain of command. This option is ideal for those
who want support but are not ready to take legal action.

(06:52):
It can be made through SARCVA, healthcare provider or chaplain.
This path respects privacy whilestill ensuring access to
critical services. Remember our for resources and
respect. You get help, not headlines.
Question 8. What is unrestricted reporting?

(07:14):
Unrestricted reporting still gives the victim the help they
need, but is also designed to launch a formal investigation
and pursue legal action. It requires actions be taken
within specific timelines. Unrestricted reporting initiates
a full official response, command notification, law
enforcement investigation, and formal accountability processes.

(07:36):
Victims still receive all the services available under
restricted reporting, but this option also opens the door to
legal action. It is essential for holding
offenders accountable and preventing future misconduct.
The key is you. For uncovered and underway, the
truth comes out and the Army moves forward with action.
The retest chapter. Now that we have learned each

(07:58):
topic, let's go over our answersin this retest chapter to make
sure you got it. Question one.
What does SHARP stand for? Sexual harassment, assault
response and prevention. Question 2 What is the Army's
policy on sexual harassment? It is unacceptable.

(08:20):
Question three What regulation covers SHARP AR 600 to 52?
Question 4 What is retaliation? Acts like ostracism or reprisal
against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment,
assisting an investigation, or intervening.

(08:41):
This can include withholding privileges such as events,
schools, positions, awards, or incentives, as well as issuing
punishments. Question 5.
What is the Army's slogan for the SHARP campaign?
I am strong. Question 6.
What are the two types of SHARP reports, restricted and

(09:03):
unrestricted? Question 7.
What is restricted reporting? Restricted reporting provides
more confidentiality and is aimed at getting the victim the
help they need medically, physically, and emotionally
without pursuing legal action. Question 8.
What is unrestricted reporting? Unrestricted reporting still

(09:26):
gives the victim the help they need, but is also designed to
launch a formal investigation and pursue legal action.
It requires actions be taken within specific timelines.
The repetition chapter, if it took you a second to answer
those questions, would recommendstaying around for a rapid fire
repetition of the questions. Feel free to move on to the next

(09:49):
difficulty anytime you feel likeyou have this down.
What does SHARP stand for? Sexual harassment, assault
response and prevention. What is the Army's policy on
sexual harassment? It is unacceptable.
What regulation covers SHARP? AR 600 to 52.

(10:09):
What is retaliation? Acts like ostracism or reprisal
against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment,
assisting an investigation, or intervening.
This can include withholding privileges such as events,
schools, positions, awards, or incentives, as well as issuing
punishments. What is the Army's slogan for

(10:31):
the SHARP campaign? I am strong.
What are the two types of SHARP reports?
Restricted and unrestricted. What is restricted reporting?
Restricted reporting provides more confidentiality and is
aimed at getting the victim the help they need medically,
physically, and emotionally without pursuing legal action.

(10:52):
What is unrestricted reporting? Unrestricted reporting still
gives the victim the help they need, but is also designed to
launch a formal investigation and pursue legal action.
It requires actions be taken within specific timelines.
What does Sharp stand for? Sexual harassment, assault
response and prevention. What is the Army's policy on

(11:14):
sexual harassment? It is unacceptable.
What regulation covers SHARP AR 600 to 52.
What is retaliation? Acts like ostracism or reprisal
against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment,
assisting an investigation, or intervening.

(11:34):
This can include withholding privileges such as events,
schools, positions, awards, or incentives, as well as issuing
punishments. What is the Army's slogan for
the SHARP campaign? I am Strong.
What are the two types of SHARP reports?
Restricted and unrestricted? What is restricted reporting?

(11:56):
Restricted reporting provides more confidentiality and is
aimed at getting the victim the help they need medically,
physically, and emotionally without pursuing legal action.
What is unrestricted reporting? Unrestricted reporting still
gives the victim the help they need, but is also designed to
launch a formal investigation and pursue legal action.

(12:17):
It requires actions be taken within specific timelines.
What does Sharp stand for? Sexual harassment, assault
response and prevention. What is the Army's policy on
sexual harassment? It is unacceptable.
What regulation covers SHARP AR 600 to 52.

(12:38):
What is retaliation? Acts like ostracism or reprisal
against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment,
assisting an investigation, or intervening.
This can include withholding privileges such as events,
schools, positions, awards, or incentives, as well as issuing
punishments. What is the Army's slogan for

(12:59):
the SHARP campaign? I am Strong.
What are the two types of SHARP reports?
Restricted and unrestricted? What is restricted reporting?
Restricted reporting provides more confidentiality and is
aimed at getting the victim the help they need medically,
physically, and emotionally without pursuing legal action.

(13:21):
What is unrestricted reporting? Unrestricted reporting still
gives the victim the help they need, but is also designed to
launch a formal investigation and pursue legal action.
It requires actions be taken within specific timelines.
What does Sharp stand for? Sexual harassment, assault
response and prevention. What is the Army's policy on

(13:43):
sexual harassment? It is unacceptable.
What regulation covers SHARP AR 600 to 52.
What is retaliation? Acts like ostracism or reprisal
against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment,
assisting an investigation, or intervening.

(14:03):
This can include withholding privileges such as events,
schools, positions, awards, or incentives, as well as issuing
punishments. What is the Army's slogan for
the SHARP campaign? I am Strong.
What are the two types of SHARP reports?
Restricted and unrestricted? What is restricted reporting?

(14:25):
Restricted reporting provides more confidentiality and is
aimed at getting the victim the help they need medically,
physically, and emotionally without pursuing legal action.
What is unrestricted reporting? Unrestricted reporting still
gives the victim the help they need, but is also designed to
launch a formal investigation and pursue legal action.

(14:46):
It requires actions be taken within specific timelines.
What does Sharp stand for? Sexual harassment, assault
response and prevention. What is the Army's policy on
sexual harassment? It is unacceptable.
What regulation covers SHARP AR 600 to 52.

(15:07):
What is retaliation? Acts like ostracism or reprisal
against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment,
assisting an investigation, or intervening.
This can include withholding privileges such as events,
schools, positions, awards, or incentives, as well as issuing
punishments. What is the Army's slogan for

(15:29):
the SHARP campaign? I am Strong.
What are the two types of SHARP reports?
Restricted and unrestricted? What is restricted reporting?
Restricted reporting provides more confidentiality and is
aimed at getting the victim the help they need medically,
physically, and emotionally without pursuing legal action.

(15:50):
What is unrestricted reporting? Unrestricted reporting still
gives the victim the help they need, but is also designed to
launch a formal investigation and pursue legal action.
It requires actions be taken within specific timelines.
What does Sharp stand for? Sexual harassment, assault
response and prevention. What is the Army's policy on

(16:13):
sexual harassment? It is unacceptable.
What regulation covers SHARP AR 600 to 52.
What is retaliation? Acts like ostracism or reprisal
against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment,
assisting an investigation, or intervening.

(16:33):
This can include withholding privileges such as events,
schools, positions, awards, or incentives, as well as issuing
punishments. What is the Army's slogan for
the SHARP campaign? I am Strong.
What are the two types of SHARP reports?
Restricted and unrestricted? What is restricted reporting?

(16:54):
Restricted reporting provides more confidentiality and is
aimed at getting the victim the help they need medically,
physically, and emotionally without pursuing legal action.
What is unrestricted reporting? Unrestricted reporting still
gives the victim the help they need, but is also designed to
launch a formal investigation and pursue legal action.

(17:15):
It requires actions be taken within specific timelines.
What does Sharp stand for? Sexual harassment, assault
response and prevention. What is the Army's policy on
sexual harassment? It is unacceptable.
What regulation covers SHARP AR 600 to 52.

(17:37):
What is retaliation? Acts like ostracism or reprisal
against someone for reporting sexual assault or harassment,
assisting an investigation, or intervening.
This can include withholding privileges such as events,
schools, positions, awards, or incentives, as well as issuing
punishments. What is the Army's slogan for

(17:58):
the SHARP campaign? I am Strong.
What are the two types of SHARP reports?
Restricted and unrestricted? What is restricted reporting?
Restricted reporting provides more confidentiality and is
aimed at getting the victim the help they need medically,
physically and emotionally without pursuing legal action.

(18:19):
What is unrestricted reporting? Unrestricted reporting still
gives the victim the help they need but is also designed to
launch a formal investigation and pursue legal action.
It requires actions be taken within specific timelines.
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