Merit Badges
How many merit badges are offered in Scouts BSA (answer must be within 15 places away to be correct)
135
Which steps are often used to control bleeding?
Apply pressure to the wound, clean it, and bandage it.
What is the cub scout Motto?
Do Your Best!
What direction does the compass always point?
Magnetic North
What is the class A uniform for Scouts BSA?
Field Uniform - Scout Shirt, Neckerchief, Slide, Scout Belt, Scout Pants.
What type of knot is used to connect two pieces of rope?
Square knot
When was Scouting for Boys published?
1907
Which merit badge is earned most often?
First Aid
What is the term for attempting to help someone breathe via C.P.R.?
Rescue Breathing
What is the Scout BSA Slogan?
Do a good turn daily
Recite the Outdoor Code.
As an 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.
Where does a Scout wear his rank?
Left Pocket
A knot that can be utilized for a rescue operation.
Bowline
What year was the first ever Eagle rank awarded?
1912
How many non-Eagle merit badges are required for Eagle Scout rank?
10
What should you do if your clothes are caught on fire?
(Think like a dog!)
Stop, Drop, and Roll
What is the Scout BSA Motto?
Be Prepared!
Name 2 ways to start a fire without a match that involve friction.
Bow Drill
Flint and Steel
(Other answers may be accepted)
What is the Class B uniform?
Activity Uniform - A scouting t-shirt, scout belt and scout pants.
What type of knot is used in lashing?
Clove Hitch
What year was Boy Scouts founded in the US?
1910
How many merit badges are required for Eagle?
21
What is C.P.R.?
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
C.P.R. is intended to restart the heart and help the unconscious person breathe.
What is Scout Spirit?
Living by the Scout Oath and Scout Law, Scout Slogan, and Scout Motto.
Name at least 5 of the scouting essentials
flashlight
map
compass
fire starter
water bottle
pocket knife
first aid kit
back up clothing
rain gear
sun gear
food
whistle
water treatment
solar blanket
Where will you wear your arrow of light badge on your Scouts BSA uniform.
Below your left pocket.
What type of knot is used to shorten a rope without cutting it?
Sheepshank
What year were Cub Scouts formed in the US?
1930
Who is responsible for teaching a scout through a merit badge?
Merit Badge Counselor
What device can help restart a heart if it stops pulsating?
AED - Automated External Defibrillator
What are the 2 ways to salute the US flag and when is each used?
In uniform: Scout Salute
Out of uniform: Right hand over heart
Describe a hot meal you can make without pots or pans.
Answer varies
What is the optional piece of the Scouts BSA uniform?
Scout Hat
What are 2 types of lashing?
Square Lashing
Diagonal lashing
Shear Lashing
Tripod Lashing
What year was the first World Scouting Conference?
1920
Name 3 merit badges.
135 possible answers
What can we use to hold a broken bone in place?
Splint
List the scouting chain of command to follow when asking for help. (Hint, there are 6 total)
Scoutmaster
Assisstant Scoutmaster
Senior Patrol Leader
Assisstant Senior Patrol Leader
Patrol Leader
Assisstant Patrol Leader
What should you do if you are lost outdoors?
STOP
stop, think, observe, plan
Where do Scouts wear their patrol symbol.
On the right sleeve underneath the American Flag.
What is a type of rope that can easily be used for lashing?
Nylon or Paracord
What year was the Order of the Arrow founded?
1915
Where does a scout wear merit badges?
On a sash
What should we do if we suspect head or neck injury?
Stabilize the head and neck.
Name 2 other leadership roles in Scouts BSA.
den chief
scribe
quartermaster
chaplain
troop guide
Name two different ways you can signal for help.
Fire
Whistle
Signal Mirror
Bright Colors
Use rocks and/or sticks
Every Scout wears this insignia above his or her left pocket.
World Crest Scout Emblem
What are 2 things to do to the end of a rope to protect it?
Whip
Fuse
What 2 major additions were made to scouting in 2018 and 2019.
Lions and then Girls were permitted into Cub Scouting.