Scouting Origins
SOA History
Ranks & Advancement
Scout Oath & Law
Traditions & Symbols
100

Who founded the Boy Scouts of America in 1910?

William D. Boyce

100

What does “SOA” stand for?

Scouting of America

100

What rank comes after Scout?

Tenderfoot

100

How many points are in the Scout Law?

12

100

What symbol is on the SOA uniform that shows rank?

Rank Badge

200

On what island did the first Scout camp take place?

Brownsea Island

200

Who brought Scouting to the United States after meeting Scouts in England?

William D. Boyce

200

What rank comes after First Class?

Star

200

What is the last point of the Scout Law?

Reverent

200

What do the three fingers in the Scout sign represent?

The three points of the Scout Oath

300

In what country did Scouting begin?

England

300

What city was the first national BSA office located in?

New York City

300

What is the highest rank a Scout can earn?

Eagle Scout

300

Which part of the Scout Oath mentions helping others at all times?

"To help other people at all times"

300

What is the Scout slogan?

Do a Good Turn Daily

400

What year did the Boy Scouts of America begin?

1910

400

Which organization honors Scouts with camping and service traditions?

Order of the Arrow

400

How many merit badges are required for Eagle Scout?

21

400

What point of the Scout Law means you can be trusted?

Trustworthy

400

What neckerchief item holds the neckerchief together?

Slide (or woggle)

500

What book written by Baden-Powell helped start Scouting worldwide?

Scouting of Boys
500

What high-adventure base in New Mexico is famous for backpacking?

Philmont Scout Ranch

500

Which Eagle-required merit badge focuses on helping others in emergencies?

First Aid

500

What does the word “morally straight” refer to in Scouting?

Doing what is right

500

What color background is used on rank badges for Scouts SOA?

Tan