Which of the following is true regarding bugle calls?

• A. Reveille, Retreat, Taps
• B. Reveille, Retreat, Reveille
• C. Taps, Retreat, Assembly
• D. Reveille, Taps, Retreat

Answer: (A)

Bugle calls are quick, audible signals used to communicate specific directives to troops in formation, each with its own purpose and time. The trio of Reveille, Retreat, and Taps is a fundamental set you’ll encounter frequently: Reveille wakes the unit and marks the start of the duty day; Retreat signals the end of the duty day and the lowering of colors; Taps marks lights out and is commonly used at the end of the day or at ceremonial/funeral occasions. This combination is the best answer because it captures the essential daily rhythm of operations that these calls convey. The other options either repeat a call or mix in a different call in a way that doesn’t align with the standard three-key routine emphasized in typical training.