BIG BOOK FACTS
How many AA members were there when they wrote the book "Alcoholics Anonymous"?
100
What is the final step?
We continued our spiritual progress?
What's the name of Bill W.'s friend who influenced him to get sober?
Ebby
"Frothy emotional appeal seldom suffices."
The Doctors Opinion
What is the "number one" offender?
Resentment.
When was the first edition of the big book published?
April 1939
Which step is the first step to include talk of a higher power?
Who justifies taking their first drink with a glass of milk?
Jim
"Those who do not recover are people who cannot or will not completely give themselves to this simple program, usually men and women who are constitutionally incapable of being honest with themselves."
How It Works
Bonus- page 58
The alcoholic has a daily reprieve from drinking contingent upon what?
The maintenance of our spiritual condition.
When did Bill W. and Dr. Bob meet?
1935
What is our primary purpose?
To carry this message to help another alcoholic.
Who was Bill W.'s first sponsee?
Dr. Bob
"God will constantly disclose more to you and to us."
Chapter 11- Vision for You
What do we think is the root of our troubles?
"Selfishness- self centeredness!"
What was the name of the group that Bill W. was a member of before he formed AA with Dr. Bob?
Oxford Group
Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character.
Step 6
Who wrote the chapter "To Wives"?
Bill W.
Where is the first description of The Alcoholic?
The Doctors Opinion.
This is a saying to avoid complaceny
"Don't rest on your laurels."
How many steps were there before Bill W. wrote the twelve steps?
6
Step 10 advises that we continue to watch for what four things?
selfishness, dishonesty, resentment, and fear
Who was the nun who helped form A.A in the Akron hospitals?
Sister Ignatia
What is the name of the chapter has all 12 steps mentioned?
Chapter 5 - How it works.
What is Bill W.'s sobriety date?