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1
How many Merit Badges are required for Eagle?
18
21
22
13
2
What type of rope is best to fuse rather than whip.
Plastic/Nylon
Synthetic
Polypropylene
Polyester
3
Name this knot.
Taut-line
2 half-hitches
Bowline
Square knot
4
Which knot is known as the "Rescue Knot"?
Sheet Bend
Bowline
Two Half Hitches
Square
5
What type of Lashing?
Floor
Round
Tripod
Square
6
Which is NOT a sign of Hypothermia?
Become Irritable
Skin turns blue
Make Poor Decisions
Stumble and fall or lose consciousness
7
Which is NOT a part of the Scout Law?
Kind
Loyal
Nice
Trustworthy
8
What is the best place to take shelter from the options below?
On top of a hill
Next to a river
On flat terrain
On the lowest point of a valley
9
What troop do you belong to?
679
5571
571
5749
10
Which of the following is the best treatment for minor cuts and scrapes?
stop bleeding, clean wound, apply dressing
wash hands, stop bleeding, clean wound, apply dressing
wash hands, stop bleeding, clean wound, leave open
wash hands, clean wound, apply dressing
11
Which Merit Badge requires 8 hrs of service with a local charitable organization?
Cooking
Family Life
Communication
Citizenship in the Community
12
What rank is this?
Second Class
Scout
Tenderfoot
First Class
13
What is the first thing a person should do when coming across a person laying on the ground?
Call 911
Search for identification to see about medical conditions
Check the surrounding area for dangers
Initiate CPR
14
What kind of bird is this
Hawk
Falcon
Bald Eagle
Golden Eagle
15
What rank is this?
Star
Life
First Class
Eagle
16
An eagle scout must have at least 36 merit bags to earn the ________ palm
Gold
Bronze
Silver
Plantuim
17
Which famous person is an Eagle Scout?
Dwayne Johnson
Neil Armstrong
Kobe Bryant
Justin Timberlake
18
Name this animal
Skunk
Otter
White tail deer
Beaver
19
What are the 3 heat related conditions in order of severity?
Heat Cramps, Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke
Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke, Heat Cramps
Heat Cramps, Heat Stroke, Heat Exhaustion
Heat Cramps, Heat Execution, Heat Stroke
20
What rank is this?
Tenderfoot
Second Class
First Class
Scout
21
Which one of the poisnous plants is this?
Poison Oak
Poison Ivy
Poison Sumac
22
What kind of wood is used to start a fire?
Tinder
Maple
Oak
Pine
23
What are the parts 3 and 4 on the diagram?
I don't know
3: Truth and Knowledge, 4: 'Murica
3: Truth and Knowledge, 4: America's Freedom
3: America, 4: North Star and Polaris
24
Name the (3) BSA Swimming Classifications.
Leaf, Pebble, Rock
Non-Swimmer, Beginner, Swimmer
Non-Swimmer, Swimmer, Life Guard
Can't Swim, Learning, Can Swim
25
For every 100 that join scouts, how many will reach eagle?
2
6
10
12
26
What knot is this?
Bowline
Taut Line
Square Knot
Timber Hitch
27
Which one of the following is NOT an acronym found in the Scout Handbook
STOP
EDGE
PAUSE
SCOUT
28
Which is NOT part of scouting?
Scout Slogan
Scout Oath
Scout Pledge
Scout Motto
29
What is the correct order for washing dishes?
Hot Water Soap, Any Temp. Bleach, Cold Water Rinse
Hot Water&Soap, Hot Water Rinse, Any Temp. Bleach
Chilled water Soap, Cold Water Rinse, Hot Water Bleach
Hot Water Bleach, Hot Water, Cold Water Soap
30
Which is NOT a signal of a Heart Attack?
Pain in the lower Back area
Unusual Sweating
Shortness of Breath
Nausea or Feeling of Weakness
31
From what animal is this footprint?
Deer
Cow
Wild pig
Sheep
32
Which of the following is *not* a symptom of choking?
Skin, lips, and nails turning blue
Inability to talk
Difficulty Breathing
Red skin
33
What rank is this?
Life
Star
King Scout Cheese!!!
Eagle
34
Which is not considered a smellable?
First Aid Kit
Coals
Deodorant
Toothbrush
35
What is this?
Leaf on the Canadian Flag
Poison Ivy
Poison Supac
Poison Oak
36
What is a Taut-Line Hitch used for?
Tying two ropes together.
Whipping and fusing two ropes together.
Cowboys used it to tie up their horses.
Staking out the guy lines of a tent.
37
What does the knot at the bottom of the scroll represent?
Scout Slogan
Scout Motto
Scout Oath
Scout Law
38
What knot is used on a tent staked to ground?
Taut-line
None of the above
2 half Hitch
Bowline
39
What does the Eagle and Shield stand for?
Freedom and a Scout's willingness to defend that Freedom.
Freedom and the Constitution
Freedom and Liberty
Freedom and the Bill of Rights
40
What year was Scouts started?
1909
1908
1906
1907
41
What kind of bear is this?
Polar Bear
Grizzly Bear
Panda Bear
Black Bear
42
How many Ranks are there?
9
NONE
7
5
43
Which is NOT a sign of Hypothermia?
Become Irritable
Stumble and fall or lose consciousness
Skin turns blue
Make Poor Decisions
44
Name this knot.
2 half-hitches
Bowline
Square knot
Taut-line
45
Name this poisonous plant
Poison sumac
Poison ivy
Poison oak
Stinging Nettle
46
What type of knot is this?
Square Knot
Tangled
Circle Knot
Half-Hitch
47
What do the 2 stars symbolize?
Truth and Knowledge
Space Exploration
Liberty and Freedom
Purity and Innocence
48
This symbolizes what rank?
First Class
Tenderfoot
Second Class
49
Which stroke conserves the most energy?
Breaststroke
Trudgen
Elementary Backstroke
Sidestroke
50
How many points in the Outdoor Code
6
5
3
4
51
What are the four steps of scout advancement?
Learning, Testing, Reviewing, Recognizing
Scout, Tenderfoot, Some Class, Too far away to reach
Explain, Demonstrate, Guide, Enable
Basic Skills, Camping, Merit Badges, Eagle
52
What do the 3 points of the trefoil stand for?
3 Little Pigs
3 Swimming Classifications
3 Parts of the Scout Oath
3 Merit Badge Ranks
53
Which of these is a symptom of a Heart Attack?
Nonstop vomiting.
Pressure or pain in chest.
Male pattern baldness
Brittle bones
54
What describes the best method to remove a bee sting?
Remove stinger with edge of a credit
No need ot remove stinger
Rub vigorously on denim jeans
Just pull it out
55
Which is NOT one of the tools you learn how to use in scouts.
Flint/Steel
Knife
Saw
Ax
56
How long can an average person survive without water?
5 days
3 days
7 days
1 day
57
Name a type of fire setup!
log cabin fire
council fire
all of the above
backlog fire
58
Which of these plants are not poisonous?
Deadly nightshade
Stinging Nettle
Devil's club
Wild mint
59
Name this animal
Cardinal
Crow
Mourning dove
Robin
60
What principle is important in the outdoors?
Never leave your tent
Never ask your Scoutmaster anything
To drink all of your water
To Leave No Trace
61
When is it too late to get the rank of eagle?
17th bithday
Your 18th birthday
20th birthday
Not until you die
62
Which of these is not specifically talked about in the scout book on how to find directions?
Moss
A Watch
Shadows
Constellations
63
Which is NOT a signal of Heatstroke?
Skin that is hot to the touch
Rapid pulse and quick, noisy breathing
Confusion and unwillingness to cooperate with treatment
Extremely red and sweaty
64
What is one of the precautions that must be taken for a safe swim?
Look Out
Qualified Supervision
All of the above
Disipline
65
What do you need to earn before you can buy a knife?
Firem'n Chip
Firem'n Chit
Totin' Chip
Totin' Chit
66
Which of the following is *not* a recommended treatment for blisters on the feet?
Apply antibiotic ointment
Walk faster
Apply a dressing that limits friction
If blister is open, clean and dress as a minor wound
67
Using rope, what is it called when binding two or three poles together?
Pioneering
Lashing
Blood Circle
Camp Gadget
68
What type of Lashing?
Shear
Diagonal
Square
Angle
69
Name this poisonous plant
Stinging Nettle
Poison oak
Poison ivy
Poison sumac
70
What does the acronym PLC stand for?
Platoon Leaders Council
Platoon Leaders Conference
Patrol Leaders Conference
Patrol Leaders Council
71
What does the color WHITE on the American Flag represent?
Snow
Purity and Innocence
The Constitution
Cleanliness and Religious Freedom
72
Which of these plants is not poisonous?
Huckleberry
Raspberry
Buttercup
Holly
73
Which knot will NOT slip?
Taut-Line
Bowline
Sheet Bend
Square
74
What is the only award in cub scouting that is worn on the Scout Uniform?
Religious Award
Webelos Achievement Medallion
Arrow of Light
Bow of Darkness
75
Someone says, "I'm choking!!!" What's the best treatment?
Help the person relax and make they are not choking
Call 911
Heimlich maneuver
Strike center of back
76
Which of the following are *not* steps you should take for a snakebite?
Remain calm and move beyond the snake's striking distance.
Cut the wound and attempt to remove the venom.
Remove jewelry before swelling starts
Clean the wound. Cover it with a clean, dry dressing.
77
What is the primary symptom of severe sunburn which is a second degree burn?
peeling skin after a few days
blisters
pain
red skin
78
Which of the following is not part of the language of Knots?
Twist
Eye
Running End
Bight
79
From lowest to highest, which chain of command is correct?
ASPL--> PL--->APL-->SPL
APL-->PL--->ASPL--->SPL
SPL--->ASPL--->APL---PL
APL--->ASPL--->SPL
80
What kind of bird is this?
Barn Owl
Snow Owl
Great Horned Owl
Night Owl
81
What is the BSA Motto?
Do a good turn daily.
Sleep late.
Clean up after yourself.
Be prepared.
82
What kind of animal is this
Hamster
Field Mouse
Shrew Mole
Norwegian Rat
83
What direction is 270 degrees on a compass?
West
North
East
South
84
Which of the following is *not* recommended to prevent sunburn?
Wear a hat and sunglasses
Avoid sun at the hottest time of the day
Re-apply sunscreen every 2 hours
Get a base tan before exposure
85
Which is NOT a lashing?
Round Lashing
Shear Lashing
Side Lashing
Floor Lashing
86
Heatstroke occurs when the body's cooling system fails and the core temp rises above 106 degree
True
False
87
How should you treat a victim of shock? (Not electric shock).
Have the person lie down and raise their hands.
Have the person sit with their head between their legs.
Have the person run in place to get their heart working.
Have the person lie down and raise their legs.
88
What does it mean when someone says a tree is deciduous?
It is tolerant of high temperatures and drought conditions
It never loses its leaves
It is poisonous
It loses it leaves every year
89
What knot is also called the Joining Knot?
Bowline
Clove Hitch
Square Knot
Granny knot
90
Which knot is used to tie two different ropes together?
Bowline
Square
Sheet Bend
Taut-Line
91
Which knot has been around for over 4000 years?
Square
Timber Hitch
Bowline
Granny
92
Which of these is not a recommended treatment for sunburn?
Take a cool shower or bath
Apply melted butter to affected area
Apply moisturizer, aloe vera, or hydrocortisone cream
Prevent additional exposure to sun
93
Name this animal
Skunk
Otter
Beaver
Opossum
94
What kind of fish is this
Coho Salmon
Tuna
Chinook Salmon
Trout
95
Which describes the best method to remove a tick?
cover the tick with nail polish
burn the tick with a match
cover tick with alcohol
grasp with tweezers close to the skin and gently remove
96
Which material is best to use to start a fire?
Plastic
Green leaves
Dry bast of a tree
Dry branches the size of your hand
97
Which is NOT a hurry case?
Someone isnt breathing
Someone has heatstrock
Someone's arm got chopped off
Someone's heart isnt beating
98
What should you do if your clothes catch on fire?
Run for water
Scream and jump
Jumping Jacks
Stop, Drop, and Roll
99
How many white stripes are on the American flag?
9
6
8
7
100
How can you tell directions at night?
Find Jupiter it always points to the west.
Look for the north star or southern cross.
Look for Venus. It is always in the East.
It's impossible to find your way at night.
101
What is the only thing a compass tells you?
North
Where you are going
North/South
Directions
102
What is the minimum amount of time water needs to be boiled to kill most organisms?
3 Minutes
1 Minute
5 Minutes
2 Minutes
103
Heat exhaustion is when the body's cooling system becomes overworked and struggles to keep up
True
False
104
Which knot would be good for tying a tarp to a tree?
taut-line hitch
bowline
slipknot
two half-hitches
105
Which type of knot should be use to tie the rope to something?
Granny
Square
Sheet Bend
Hitch
106
Which of these is the Boy Scout Motto?
Be Prepared
On my Honor
Do a Good Turn Daily
A Scout is Trustworthy
107
What rank is this?
Tenderfoot
Scout
Second Class
First Class
108
What are the various types of lashings?
Square, Shear, Diagonal, Tripod, Round, Floor
Square, Round, Floor, Shear, Side, Step
Shear, Diagonal, Tripod, Step, Floor, Side
Square, Diagonal, Tripod, Ceiling, Round, Side
109
When are you allowed to go off by Yourself?
Mess Hall
Bathroom
None OF the Above
Swimming
110
What does this map symbol mean?
Bridge
Trail
Contour line
Road
111
What rank is this?
First Class
Life
Star
Eagle
112
Name this leaf
Maple
Sycamore
Sassafras
Beech
113
When hiking at night, a scout should always...
Get off the road immediately and turn off flashlights.
Face oncoming traffic and shine flashlights down.
Shine flashlight towards oncoming traffic so they see you.
Shine flashlights up in the air so they don't blind traffic.
114
Which is NOT one of the tools you learn how to use in scouts.
Ax
Knife
Saw
Flint/Steel
115
Name this knot.
Square knot
2 half-hitches
Bowline
Taut-line
116
Who founded Scouting.
Dr. E. Urner Goodman
Lord Robert Baden Powell
Carroll A. Edson
James Buchanan
117
Which of the following are the most common poisonous plants?
Poison Ivy, poison corn, poison tick
Poison Ivy, poison oak, and poison leaf
Poison Ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac
118
Which is NOT a signal of Heatstroke?
Confusion and unwillingness to cooperate with treatment
Extremely red and sweaty
Rapid pulse and quick, noisy breathing
Skin that is hot to the touch
119
Which is NOT part of the Scout Oath?
To be careful with fire.
I will do my best
Do my duty to God and my country
To keep myself physically strong.
120
Which is the correct order of steps you should take in an emergency?
Provide care, Check scene, Call 911, Approach Safely
Check scene, approach safely, call 911, Provide Care
Check scene, call 911, Approach safely, Provide care
Call 911, Check scene,Approach safely, Provide care
121
Which is NOT a signal of Heat Exhaustion?
Skin that is pale and clammy from heavy sweating
Nausea and Tiredness
Red face and fingertips
Headache, muscle cramps and weakness
122
What is the scout motto?
Be Kind
Be Prepared
Be Helpful
Explore
123
What does this map symbol mean?
Water
Road
Trail
Contour line
124
What does, "EDGE" mean?
Extricate, deny, goof, enforce
Erratic, distribute, gum, example
Explain, Demostrate, Guide, Enable
Embody, destroy, grade, excersise
125
Which is NOT part of leave no trace?
Dont Make Fires
Leave What You Find
Camp on Durable Surfaces
Dispose of Waste Properly
126
Which is NOT advised for a Cold-Weather Campout?
Hiking Boots
Extra Socks
Rain Gear
Hat for shade
127
Which lf these survival needs can you go the longest without?
Water
Oxygen
Food
128
How long must a scout be Star before meeting the time requirement for Life?
No minimum time requirement
4 months
6 months
1 year
129
Name this knot.
Taut-line
Square knot
Bowline
2 half-hitches
130
How old do you have to be to join Scouts?
12
13
10
11
131
How many merit badges are there?
67
101
136
98
132
Which is not a position of responsibility?
Assistant Patrol Leader
Den cheif
Assistant Senior Patrol Leader
Scribe
133
Which is NOT part of the Scout Law? (A Scout Is...)
Rich
Thrifty
Kind
Couteous
134
Name this leaf
Sassafras
Tulip
Maple
Oak
135
What is the one thing you must do to achieve all scout ranks
Demonstrate a knot
Use Figet Spinner
Go to a Scout Masters Conference
All of the above
136
Which hand do you use for the scout handshake?
Right hand
Left hand
Both hands
137
Which does NOT have do with heat?
Hyperventilation
Heatstroke
Hypothermia
Heat Exhaustion
138
What type of Lashing?
Square
Round
Floor
Shear
139
Which of the following is NOT part of Leave No Trace...
Respect Wildlife
Be Considerate of other Visitors
Don't feed Wildlife
Plan ahead and Prepare
140
Which Hitch is used to start most Lashings?
Half Hitch
Taut-Line Hitch
Clove Hitch
Timber Hitch
141
Scouting began in which country?
United States
South Africa
England
Canada
142
What is an example of a Hurry Case?
Crying
Paper Cut
Choking
Asthma Attack
143
What are the first 2 things you do in response to an emergency based on the first aid method?
Check the scene, call 911
Attract attention, Call 911
Rush to help the person, treat the wound
Run in, Call 911
144
Which of these is NOT part of the Scout Oath?
Duty to Self
Duty to God and Country
Duty to Nature
Duty to Others
145
Which of the following are the best treatment for a nosebleed?
Pack nostril with dirt
Call 911 immediately
Lean back, pinch nostril
Sit upright, lean forward, pinch nostril
146
What direction is 315 degrees.
Northeast
Southwest
Southeast
Northwest
147
If you want to navigate by using the growth of moss on trees, what direction does it indicate?
North
South
East
West
148
When among 2 other flags, where should the American flag be placed?
In the middle
On its own left
On its own right
149
Which is a symptom of shock?
Nausea.
Abnormally slow heart beat.
Trouble seeing.
Weakness and confusion.
150
What is Scout Spirit?
Living by the Oath and Law
Being excited to be a scout
An alcoholic beverage
151
How to tell if a snake is poisonous?
The snake has a triangular shaped head
The snake has a round shaped hea
152
Which knot will NOT slip?
Bowline
Square
Sheet Bend
Taut-Line
153
What should you do if you get lost while hiking?
walk away from the trail
try to walk back the way you came
Stay in place, wait for someone to find you
keep hiking and hope you find a road
154
Which of these plants is not poisenous?
Rhodadendrun
Meadow Mushroom
Foxglove
Bracken Fern
155
Which is the right order of water rescues? (which should be attemped first)
Reach,Throw,Row,Go
Row,Throw,Go,Reach
Go,Reach,Row,Throw
Throw,Row,Go,Reach
156
What is the minimum hours required for an Eagle Project?
50
No minimum hour requirement
25
100
157
Which Knot is not found in the Boy Scout Handbook?
Granny Knot
Square Knot
Trucker's Hitch
Half Windsor
158
Name this leaf
Maple
Sycamore
Beech
Tulip
159
What information should be included on a Safety Chart?
Activity, Possible Injuries, Emergency Phone Numbers
Troop, Hazards, Location of First Aid Kit
Hazard, Prevention, Treatment
Name, Activity, Remedy
160
How can you keep from cutting yourself with a pocketknife?
Make sure the knife is dull.
Make sure the knife is sharp.
Nothing.
161
How should you treat Hypothermia?
Warm them up slowly, get into warmer clothes.
Get them warm as fast as possible.
Get them outside.
162
How do you know the directions during the day without a compass?
The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
The sun rises in the north and sets in the south.
The sun rises in the west and sets in the east.
The sun rises in the south and sets in the north.
163
What kind of doctors speciallizes with rashes from contact with Poison ivy?
Dermatologists
Dentists
Physical Theraphists
164
What is the scout motto?
Be Prepared
Be Reday
Semper Fi
Make America Great Again
165
Which of these are symptoms of a Heart Attack?
Rapid pulse, Fear, Rapid Breathing
The urge to sing "Heart Attack" by Demi Lovato
Nausea, Weakness, Sweating.
Choking, Irritability, Thirst.
166
Name this animal
Beaver
Skunk
Otter
White tail deer
167
What are contour lines for?
None of the above
They are marks on the ground
They are used to chart waves
They are used to mark the height of a point on a map
168
Which of these isn't a way to treat Heat Stroke/Exhaustion?
Cool them down.
Get them in the shade.
Let them chug water.
Give them small sips of water.
169
Which of the following is *not* a treatment for frostbite?
Rub snow on affected area
Gently warm exposed area
Get out of the cold
Check for hypothermia
170
How many entrances should there be to an axe yard?
2
None
3
1
171
Name this poisonous plant
Poison sumac
Poison oak
Poison ivy
Stinging Nettle
172
What kind of mammal is this?
Otter
Beaver
Mini bear
Marmot
173
What does PFD stand for?
Palmetto Fire Department
Personal Flotation Device
Pets For Democracy
Pirates Fighting Dragons
174
What Rank is this?
Admiral
Second Class
Tenderfoot
First Class
175
Robert Baden-Powell is the founder of scouting. From which country was he?
Croatia
Czech
England
Austria
176
Name this leaf
Sycamore
Maple
Oak
Tulip
177
What is commonly recognized as the honor society of scouting?
Arrow of Light
Order of the Arrow
Outdoor Woodsman
Woodbadge
178
What Poisonous snake is not found is the US?
Coral
Viper
Rattlesnake
Copperhead
179
What does this map symbol mean?
Contour line
Trail
Bridge
Road
180
Which one is NOT a ten essential?
Extra Clothing
Insect Repellent
Matches/Fire Starter
Map/Compass
181
What do the 2 stars on the scout badge symbolize?
Trust and kindness
Freedom and liberty
Knowledge and Freedom
Truth and knowledge
182
Which is a knot you would use to save someone who feel off a cliff?
Two Half Hitches
Bowline
Timber Hitch
Sheet Bend
183
What do you do for a snakebite if you're uncertain it was a venomous snake?
Don't worry, you're probably fine
Apply a tourniquet.
Treat it as as venomous bite and seek professional help
Attempt to remove the venom
184
What is the average walking speed of humans?
2 km/h
8 km/h
7 km/h
4 km/h
185
What does this map symbol mean?
Road
Contour line
Trail
Bridge
186
Who do you salute with the Scout Salute?
You salute Scouts and Scout leaders
you salute your parents
The U.S Flag
you salute your pet
187
What is used for the treatment of blisters.
Gauge
Bandaids
Cotton balls
Moleskin
188
To what side of a speaker is the American Flag posted?
Front
Left
Right
Back
189
What does the Outdoor Code teach?
Teaches to show respect for others
Teaches Scouts the importance of caring for the environment
To be nice
To be respectful
190
Name this animal
Skunk
Opossum
Beaver
Otter
191
What is one of the steps if you have a small object in the eye to remove?
freak out
pull it out
Blink rapidly until it falls out
rub your eyes until it falls out
192
What rank is this?
Second Class
Scout
First Class
Tenderfoot
193
How many points are there to the Scout law?
12
7
13
10
