Things every scout needs to know
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What is the scout law
A scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent
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Say the pledge of allegiance
I pledge my allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic which it stands one nation under God inadvisable with liberty and justice for all
100
how to tie a square knot
Cross the two ends of a rope.
Pass the right end over the left end, forming an X.
Wrap the right end (now on the left) over and around the left end.
tying two ropes together
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how does leadership work in the troop
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What is the scout oath
On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to god and my country and to obey the scout law; to help other people at all times to keep myself physically strong mentally awake, and morally straight.
200
What are the three parts of the First class badge
- Eagle and shield: National emblem of the US, symbolizing freedom and readiness to defend it.
- Two stars: Represent truth and knowledge of the Scouting movement.
- Three-point design/fleur-de-lis of the top half: Resembles the north point of an old sailor's compass
200
how do you tie two half hitches
Wrap the rope’s working end around a support, like a pole or a post.
Pass the working end over the top of the standing end.
Pass the working end through the loop and pull tight to create a half hitch.
To make the second half hitch, bring the working end of the rope back around and over the standing end of the rope.
Pull tightly to complete the knot. Note: It’s important that you tie the second Half Hitch in the same direction as the first.
Securing boats: They are commonly used in boating to moor boats securely.
Outdoor activities: Useful for dragging logs, fishing, and camping.
Decorative crafts: Popular in macrame projects.
Tying guy lines to tents and dining flies.
Securing ropes to vehicle luggage racks.
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describe the four steps of scout advancement
The Scout learns
The Scout is tested
The Scout is reviewed.
The Scout is recognized.
- The Scout learns. A lot of learning comes from other youth in a Scout's patrol or troop and by active participation in troop programs. His patrol activities are directed toward the skills he needs
- The Scout is tested. The specific requirements determine the kind of testing
- The Scout is reviewed. This ensures that all requirements have been met
- The Scout is recognized
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what is the scout motto
Be prepared
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What is a rank and how do you rank up
Rank is a physical representation of a scout's skills that they have learned while trying to complete that rank and how you earn rank is by learning skills and showing that you are proficient in those skills.
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how do you tie taut-line hitch and how do you use the taut-line hitch
- Make a turn around a post or object several feet from the free end of the rope.
- Coil the free end twice around the standing line, working back toward the post.
- Make one additional coil around the standing line on the outside of the previous coils.
- Tighten the knot and slide it on the standing line to adjust tension.
Loop around the support (post, stake, etc.).
Wrap the end around the standing part of the rope.
Wrap it again.
Hold and pull to tighten.
Slide to adjust the tension.
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describe what the scout ranks are
Scout Rank-
First rank, teaches the basic of scouting such as the Scout Oath and Law. You earn by complete the requirements in your scout book and going to a bord of review
Tenderfoot Rank-
Second rank, teaches Physical Fitness, Personal Growth and Scout craft.You earn by complete the requirements in your scout book and going to a bord of review
Second Class Rank-
Third rank, teaches more thing in Personal Growth, and Scout Spirit.You earn by complete the requirements in your scout book and going to a bord of review
First Class Rank-
Fourth ranks, most boys reach this rank in the first two years. You earn by complete the requirements in your scout book and going to a bord of review
Star Rank-
Third highest rank, this focuses on Merit badges, leadership, and service. You earn by complete the requirements in your scout book and going to a bord of review
Life Rank-
Second highest rank- Continues to focus on leadership and Merit Badges. You earn by complete the requirements in your scout book and going to a bord of review
Eagle Rank-
The highest rank in Scouting, it is the hardest rank to earn, it includes merit badges and the well known Eagle Project. You earn by complete the requirements in your scout book and going to a eagle bord of review
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What is the scout slogan
Do a good turn daily
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what do you need to know to use a pocketknife safely name three things
- Always carry a closed knife.
- Never pass an open knife to someone else.
- Don't treat a pocket knife as a toy.
- Check your knife for rust, damage, or broken parts before using it.
- Practice safe usage.
- Clean the knife after each use.
- Exercise safety when closing the pocket knife.
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how do you whip a rope
Lay the twine against the rope and wrap the long end around the rope about 8 turns.
Make a bight in the short end.
Wrap the long end about 8 more times around both the rope and the bight.
On the final turn pass the long end through the bight.
Pull the short end to hide and secure the long one.
- Trim the ends off.
Alternatively, you can tie half-knots around the rope's end, or wrap the twine around the rope and bight of twine securely. You can use twine, string, or dental floss to whip the rope.
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Describe what merit badges are and how to earn them
- Learn about the subject: Scouts learn about sports, crafts, science, trades, business, and future careers related to the merit badge.
- Complete requirements: Scouts must complete specific requirements for each merit badge.
- Demonstrate skills: Scouts demonstrate skills and increase their understanding of the badge's subject.
- Submit blue card: Scouts submit their merit badge blue card to the troop advancement committee.
- Record on ScoutBook: The merit badge is recorded on ScoutBook.
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What is the outdoor code
As a American I will do my best to
Be clean in my outdoor manners
Be careful with fire
Be considerate in the outdoors
Be conservation-minded
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how do you fuse rope
- Grab your frayed rope and a lighter.
- Hold the lighter sideways and pass the flame back and forth across the frayed ends.
- The rope will start to melt and fuse together.