Scouting Fundamentals

Please record yourself while reciting the Scout Oath and Law correctly.

How many points are there in the Scout Law?

• 10

• 11

• 12

• 13

What is our Scout Motto?

• "Laging Handa"

• "Handa Magpakailanman"

• "Ready to Follow Anytime, Anywhere"

• "Let's Go, Scouts!"

What is our Scout Slogan?

• "Do a Good Turn Daily"

• "Be Good Always"

• "Honesty is the Best Policy"

• "Time is Gold"

What does the three fingers in the Scout Sign indicate?

Answer explanation

The three fingers pointing upward indicate the three points of the Scout Oath, the same as

the meaning of the three points of the Scout Badge. They also show that the Scout climbs upwards to bigger and finer things. The two other fingers stand for the bond of brotherhood and friendship that ties all Scouts together.

Which hand do we use when we give the Scout Handshake?

• Left Hand only

• Right Hand only

• Both Hands

Answer explanation

Scout leaders all over the world have agreed on the use of the left handshake. It is a warm grip like and sincere handshake. The only difference is that the left hand is extended when a Scout is shaking hands.

Scouts all over the world shake hands with their left hand to show that they are members of the brotherhood of Scouts. It also denotes trust for one another.brotherhood of Scouts. It also denotes trust for one another.

In Africa, warriors once fought with spears and they used their left hand for holding a shield to protect a shield to protect themselves. If they met a friend, they didn’t need protection so they extended their left hand to show trust and them.