Scouting History
Who founded the Boy Scouts of America?
William D. Boyce
How long must a Scout serve in a leadership position while working toward the Life rank?
6 months
What knot is used to join two ropes of the same thickness?
Square knot
Finish the phrase: “A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, ______.”
Friendly
What is the name of the national Scout gathering held every four years?
The National Jamboree
In what year was the Boy Scouts of America officially established?
1910
Name one of the required merit badges for the Eagle rank that focuses on citizenship.What rank follows Tenderfoot?
Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the Community, or Citizenship in the World
What’s the safest way to purify water if you only have a pot and fire?
Bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute (three at high elevation)
How many points are in the Scout Law?
12
Which U.S. president was an Eagle Scout?
Gerald Ford
Which British general started the Scouting movement?
Robert Baden-Powell
What leadership positions can count toward rank advancement for Star, Life, or Eagle?
Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Senior Patrol Leader, Quartermaster, Scribe,Troop Guide, Librarian, Historian, Webmaster,
What knot creates a fixed loop that won’t slip under tension?(often used in sailing)
Bowline
What is the Scout Motto?
Be Prepared
What organization honors "cheerful service" within Scouting?
Order of the Arrow
What was the name of the book Baden-Powell wrote that inspired Scouting?
Scouting for Boys
What is the first Eagle-required merit badge that was ever created?
First Aid
What are the three R’s of Leave No Trace?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
What is the Scout Slogan?
Do a Good Turn Daily
What year did girls officially join Scouts BSA?
2019
What good turn inspired Boyce to start the BSA after visiting London?
A helpful unknown Scout guided him through the fog
What special award recognizes Scouts who earn more than the required merit badges for ealge?
The Bronze Palm (then silver and gold)
What’s the best knot for joining two ropes of different thicknesses?
Sheet bend
What are the first three words of the Scout Oath?
On my honor
Which astronaut and Eagle Scout walked on the moon?
Neil Armstrong