NHS Trivia
What does NHS and NJHS stand for?
National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society
Why is service an important part of NHS/NJHS?
It encourages the student body to give back in their communities!
What is the winter solstice and around which date does it usually occur in the Northern Hemisphere?
The shortest day of the year which is normally around Dec. 21st
David's father has three sons: Snap, Crackle, and _____?
David
True or False: Members are expected to be role models both in and out of school
Ture!
What role does leadership play in NHS/NJHS membership?
Members are expected to lead by example
Which U.S. state is known for having the coldest recorded temperature?
Alaska
What goes up but never comes down?
Age
What is one key difference between NHS and NJHS
NHS is high schoolers and NJHS is middle schoolers
What year was National Honor Society established?
1921
What type of cloud is most likely to produce snow?
Nimbostratus
A cowboy rode into town on Friday. He stayed for three nights and rode out on Friday. How is this possible?
The horses name was Friday
True or False: Membership in NHS is based on grades alone
False
Who founded the National Honor Society?
NASSP
What is hypothermia, and why is it dangerous?
A dangerous drop in body temperature that can show down organs.
Seven is an odd number, what can you take away to make it even?
The "S"
Name the four pillars of NHS/NJHS
Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character
What organization oversees NHS/NJHS nationally?
NASSP (National Association of Secondar School Principles)
Which hemisphere experiences winter when the Northern Hemisphere is experiencing summer?
The Southern Hemisphere
I'm tall when I'm young, but short when I'm old, what could I possibly be?
a candle