Cub Scout Basics
Rank High
Scout Smarts
Halloween Candy
Halloween Trivia
100

When things get tough, Cubs remember this motto.  It's all about trying your hardest, no matter what.

What is "Do Your Best"

100

It's a 10-letter word for a beginner.  It is also the second rank you earn as a Scout.

What is "Tenderfoot"

100

When it's time to start a campfire, Scouts can build it like one of these two shapes - tall and pointy or stacked logs in a square.

What are teepee and log cabin

100

This candy bar is packed with peanuts, caramel, and nougat - and it really satisfies.

What is Snicker's

100

In the Nightmare Before Christmas, this curious skeleton travels from Halloween Town to Christmas Town

Who is Jack Skellington

200

In 3rd grade, Cub Scouts move up to this rank.  It's named after an animal that is strong, brave and loves the outdoors!

What is "Bear"

200

To reach the rank of Eagle, a Scout must earn at least this many merit badges.  It's the minimum you need to make the climb.

What is 21

200

Monkeys swing through trees in these groups, and ring-tailed lemurs travel in them too - just like Scouts do.

What is a Troop

200

This colorful candy dares you to taste the rainbow.

What are skittles

200

According to Google, this superhero costume swung inot the number-one spot for kids in 2024

What is Spiderman


300

This special Cub Scout rank shines so bright, you can keep wearing it after you join a scout troop (hopefully Troop 17).

What is "Arrow of Light".


300

After your Scoutmaster Conference, this final step is what you complete before you officially rank up.

What is Board of Review

300

When a grubmaster plans meals for campouts, they follow the MyPlate guide.  It includes these 5 food groups to keep Scouts strong and healthy.

What are fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy.

300

First they're sour, then they're sweet, then they're gone!

What are sour patch kids?

300

This town in Massachusetts is famous for its witch trials and spooky history.

What is Salem

400

This leader helps guide the whole pack on their adventures.

What is a "Cubmaster"

400

The words " On my honor, I will do my best..." is the opening line of this very important promise every Scout learns by heart. 

What is the Scout Oath

400

From paddling to diving, Scouts can earn these watery merit badges. Name 5 that make waves on (or under) the water.

What are kayaking, canoeing, swimming, lifesaving, whitewater rafting, and scuba diving

400

Whether it's a cup or pieces, this sweet treat's slogan says "There's no wrong way to eat one" and it's the most popular Halloween Candy in the U.S.

What are Reese's

400

This island country in northwestern Europe is where Halloween began.

What is Ireland

500

Cub Scout campouts aren't just for Scouts.  These family members are expected to join on the overnight fun. 

Who are parents or guardians.

500

Who is the only US President to reach the rank of Eagle Scout

President Gerald Ford

500

He's the founder who started  Boy Scouts back in 1910. His idea spread from England and became the adventure we know today. 

Who is Robert Baden-Powell

500

Known long ago as "chicken feed", this Halloween classic comes in three colors.  From bottom to top, in order, name them!

What are yellow, orange and white.

500

Long before pumpkins took over, people carved faces into this root vegetable. Sometimes, even placing a candle inside to scare away evil spirits

What is a turnip