- 1a: Repeat from memory the Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout motto, and Scout slogan. In your own words, explain their meaning.
- 1b: Explain what Scout spirit is. Describe some ways you have shown Scout spirit by practicing the Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout motto, and Scout slogan.
- 1c: Demonstrate the Scout sign, salute, and handshake. Explain when they should be used.
- 1d: Describe the First Class Scout badge and tell what each part stands for. Explain the significance of the First Class Scout badge.
- 1e: Repeat from memory the Outdoor Code. In your own words, explain what the Outdoor Code means to you.
- 1f: Repeat from memory the Pledge of Allegiance. In your own words, explain its meaning.
- 2: After attending at least one Scout troop meeting, do the following:
- 2a: Describe how the Scouts in the troop provide its leadership.
- 2b: Describe the four steps of Scout advancement.
- 2c: Describe what the Scouts BSA ranks are and how they are earned.
- 2d: Describe what merit badges are and how they are earned.
- 3a: Patrol: Explain the patrol method. Describe the types of patrols that are used in your troop.
- 3b: Patrol: Become familiar with your patrol name, emblem, flag, and yell. Explain how these items create patrol spirit.
- 4a: Knots & ropes: Show how to tie a square knot, two half-hitches, and a taut-line hitch. Explain how each knot is used.
- 4b: Knots & ropes: Show the proper care of a rope by learning how to whip and fuse the ends of different kinds of rope.
- 5: Tell what you need to know about pocketknife safety.
- 6: With your parent or guardian, complete the exercises in the pamphlet How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide and earn the Cyber Chip Award for your grade.
- 7: Since joining the troop and while working on the Scout rank, participate in a Scoutmaster conference.