Scout basics
What is the Scout motto?
Be Prepared
What knot is used to join two ropes of equal size?
Square Knot
What should you do first for a minor cut?
Clean it
How many merit badges are required for Eagle Scout?
21
What is the buddy system used for?
Safety
How many points are in the Scout Law?
12
What knot is best for adjusting a tent line?
What is the first step for a burn?
Stop the burning
List 3 eagle required merit badges
First Aid
Citizenship in the Community
Citizenship in the Nation
Citizenship in the World
Communication
Cooking
Personal Fitness
Personal Management
Emergency Preparedness OR Lifesaving
Environmental Science OR Sustainability
Cycling OR Hiking OR Swimming
Why do Scouts wash dishes in three pots?
To clean and sanitize
What rank comes right before First Class?
Second Class
Why should you pitch a tent on higher ground?
To avoid flooding
What does RICE stand for?
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
Which Eagle-required merit badge involves budgeting over time?
Personal Management
What should you do with a campfire before leaving it?
Drown, stir, feel
Which Scout Law point deals most with good manners?
Courteous
What should you do with food scraps at camp?
Dispose of properly / store away
Why shouldn’t you give food or drink to an unconscious person?
They could choke
Which merit badge would best help a scout plan and lead a large group activity, and why?
Communication
Why is food stored away from tents?
To keep animals away
Which part of the Scout Oath mentions helping others?
“To help other people at all times”
Name the principles of Leave no Trace?
Plan Ahead & Prepare, Travel & Camp on Durable Surfaces, Dispose of Waste Properly, Leave What You Find, Minimize Campfire Impacts, Respect Wildlife, and Be Considerate of Other Visitors
Name one sign of dehydration
Thirst
Dry mouth
Dark yellow urine
Urinating less often
Fatigue
Dizziness
Headache
Dry skin
Muscle cramps
Confusion
How many Merit badges are there in Scouts BSA currently?
135
Name one way to show good patrol spirit
Teamwork, helping others, participation