Exploring Scouting Fundamentals

Who founded the Boy Scouts movement?

• Robert Baden-Powell

• James West

• Robert Peel

• Lord Baden-Powell

In what year was the Boy Scouts of America established?

• 1920

• 1915

• 1905

• 1910

What is the main purpose of scouting?

• To focus solely on academic achievements in schools.

• To develop skills, leadership, and community service among youth.

• To promote competitive sports among youth.

• To provide entertainment and leisure activities for adults.

What are the three parts of the Scout Promise?

• To do my duty to God and to the Queen, to help other people, and to keep the Scout Law.

• To follow the rules of the campfire.

• To respect nature and wildlife.

• To always be prepared for adventure.

Name one of the Scout Laws.

• A Scout is dishonest.

• A Scout is selfish.

• A Scout is untrustworthy.

• A Scout is trustworthy.

What does the Scout Law say about a Scout's character?

• A Scout's character is defined by trustworthiness, loyalty, helpfulness, friendliness, courtesy, kindness, obedience, cheerfulness, thriftiness, bravery, cleanliness, and reverence.

• A Scout's character is defined by their ability to win competitions.

• A Scout's character is determined by their academic achievements.

• A Scout's character is based solely on physical strength.

What is the significance of the Scout badge?

• The Scout badge represents a scout's achievements and skills in scouting.

• The Scout badge is awarded for participation in community service.

• The Scout badge signifies a scout's age and rank.

• The Scout badge is a symbol of membership only.

What are the essential items in a basic survival kit?

• Fishing rod

• Water, non-perishable food, first aid kit, flashlight, multi-tool, fire starter, whistle, space blanket.

• Camping stove

• Tent

What is the first step in building a shelter outdoors?

• Gather materials for construction.

• Start building the walls immediately.

• Choose a suitable location.

• Create a fire pit for cooking.

How can you purify water in the wild?

• Add salt to the water

• Let it sit in sunlight for a day

• Boil, filter, or chemically treat the water.

• Use a cloth to soak up impurities