e. After individual movements have been mastered, combinations and followup movements are taught. These movements are then practiced by the students until they become second nature. The most effective movement to follow another is influenced by the opponent’s reaction. These movements are stressed and practiced until they become automatic. The bayonet fighter cannot stop to consider his next move. It is necessary that the student be able to deliver a forceful, aggressive series of attack movements, accompanied by proper footwork, without hesitation or indecision. f. Practice of the attack and defensive movements against another student at half speed facilitates correction of errors. The two students correct one another, and secondary instructors move among the students, assisting with corrections. g. Throughout training the student should be relaxed to avoid rigidity. The weapons should be held firmly, but not tensely. All phases of bayonet fighting are practiced until they are executed instinctively. The student should be able to strike at openings without thinking, and remain in the attack until he has killed his opponent. 703. THE ASSAULT COURSE a. Purpose.—The bayonet assault course is constructed in order to achieve the following objectives: (1) To familiarize the student with situations simulating those with which he might be confronted in an actual combat situation. (2) To aid in developing the student’s speed, strength, and endurance. (3) To challenge the determination and will power of the student. These qualities are extremely important. (4) To provide a means for obtaining good bayonet fighting habits. (5) To develop skill in bayonet fighting and make the various movements instinctive and second nature. b. Obstacles.—The model assault course presented in this publication consists of ten obstacles. They are offered as examples of what can be used. The number and type of obstacles included in any given course depend on the ingenuity of the builders and local conditions. These obstacles are attacked with a mockup rifle which should resemble the M-14 rifle in weight and dimensions. (1) Obstacle number 1 represents an enemy in the guard position. The student executes a parry right, steps forward, and executes a jab. (See fig. 27.) [Illustration: Figure 27.—Obstacle 1.] (2) Obstacle number 2 represents an enemy in the guard position. The student executes a parry right, steps forward and executes a vertical butt stroke. (See fig. 28.) [Illustration: Figure 28.—Obstacle 2.] (3) Obstacle number 3 represents an opponent in a position best suited for attack by the smash. The student steps forward and delivers the smash. (See fig. 29.) [Illustration: Figure 29.—Obstacle 3.] (4) Obstacle number 4 is a target for a vertical butt stroke. (See fig. 30.)