How to lead a girl scout troop
  • 1. What is the primary goal of Girl Scouts?
A) To build girls of courage, confidence, and character.
B) To sell the most cookies.
C) To teach girls domestic skills.
D) To win competitions.
  • 2. What is the Girl Scout Promise?
A) On my honor, I will try to serve God and my country, to help people at all times, and to live by the Girl Scout Law.
B) I promise to sell a lot of cookies.
C) I promise to be the best Girl Scout ever.
D) I promise to always follow directions.
  • 3. What is the Girl Scout Law?
A) Obey all adults.
B) Win every competition.
C) I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.
D) Always be polite.
  • 4. Which age level is considered Brownie Girl Scouts?
A) 6th and 7th Grade
B) 2nd and 3rd Grade
C) 4th and 5th Grade
D) Kindergarten and 1st Grade
  • 5. What is the Juliette program for?
A) Leaders who need extra training.
B) Girls with disabilities.
C) Girls who are delinquent in dues.
D) Girls who participate individually rather than with a troop.
  • 6. Where can a leader find official Girl Scout resources?
A) Google
B) Pinterest
C) Facebook
D) Girl Scout Council Website
  • 7. What is the Volunteer Toolkit (VTK)?
A) A manual for outdoor activities.
B) A cookie sales tracking app.
C) A digital platform for troop planning and management.
D) A first-aid kit for emergencies.
  • 8. What is a crucial element in planning troop meetings?
A) Leader-dominated instruction
B) Constant adult supervision
C) Girl-led activities
D) Strict adherence to a schedule
  • 9. What should a troop leader do regarding finances?
A) Use troop funds for personal expenses.
B) Maintain accurate records and follow council guidelines.
C) Ignore receipts and financial documentation.
D) Keep all money in a personal bank account.
  • 10. What is the importance of parent involvement?
A) Overwhelms the troop leader.
B) Distracts from girl-led activities.
C) Provides support and expands troop resources.
D) Creates unnecessary conflict.
  • 11. What's the purpose of earning badges and Journeys?
A) To learn new skills and explore interests.
B) To impress other troops.
C) To accumulate awards for prestige.
D) To keep girls busy during meetings.
  • 12. What is the first step in resolving conflict within the troop?
A) Immediately punish the offending party.
B) Encourage girls to communicate and find a solution together.
C) Report the conflict to the council.
D) Ignore the conflict and hope it resolves itself.
  • 13. How should you handle safety concerns during troop activities?
A) Prioritize safety, follow safety guidelines, and have emergency plans.
B) Assume everything will be fine and don't worry about it.
C) Overprotect the girls and avoid all potential hazards.
D) Let the girls take risks and learn from their mistakes.
  • 14. What is the importance of inclusivity in a troop?
A) Ensures all girls feel welcome and valued.
B) Makes planning activities more difficult.
C) Creates unnecessary challenges.
D) Is unnecessary if the girls are already friends.
  • 15. What does 'Leave No Trace' mean in outdoor activities?
A) Take souvenirs from nature.
B) Leave a thank you note for the park rangers.
C) Minimize impact on the environment.
D) Hide all your trash.
  • 16. What is the process for reporting an incident?
A) Tell everyone about the incident on social media.
B) Handle everything internally without outside help.
C) Follow council guidelines for reporting serious incidents promptly.
D) Ignore the incident if no one was seriously hurt.
  • 17. Why is it important to follow the Girl Scout age-level program?
A) The younger girls will feel left out.
B) Activities are designed to be developmentally appropriate.
C) It doesn't matter, just do whatever is fun.
D) The older girls will get bored.
  • 18. What is the purpose of the cookie program?
A) To make the most money possible.
B) To compete with other troops.
C) To teach girls business skills and raise money for troop activities.
D) To learn how to bake.
  • 19. How should you respond to girls' ideas for troop activities?
A) Only choose ideas that are easy to implement.
B) Dismiss their ideas if they seem unrealistic.
C) Encourage and support their ideas, even if they require more planning.
D) Ignore their ideas and stick to your own plans.
  • 20. What is the benefit of attending leader training?
A) It's too expensive.
B) Only new leaders need training.
C) It's a waste of time.
D) Gain valuable skills and resources for leading a troop.
  • 21. What is the meaning of 'GSUSA'?
A) Girls Studying Under Supervision Always
B) Greatest Scouting Union of America
C) Girl Scouts of the USA
D) Girl Scout United States Army
  • 22. What should a leader do if a parent has a complaint about the troop?
A) Argue with the parent and defend your actions.
B) Ignore the parent's complaint.
C) Listen respectfully and try to find a mutually agreeable solution.
D) Dismiss the complaint as unimportant.
  • 23. How can you foster a sense of community within the troop?
A) Let girls do their own thing without interacting with each other.
B) Dictate all activities and discourage independent thought.
C) Encourage teamwork, cooperation, and mutual respect.
D) Promote competition and individual achievement.
  • 24. What is the role of a co-leader?
A) To handle all the administrative tasks.
B) To act as a supervisor and evaluate the other leader's performance.
C) To take over the troop when the primary leader is absent.
D) To share responsibilities and provide support to the other leader.
  • 25. What type of insurance is necessary for Girl Scout activities?
A) Only vehicle insurance is needed.
B) Insurance is not necessary for troop activities.
C) Council-provided insurance is generally needed.
D) Personal homeowner's insurance is sufficient.
  • 26. Which is the best practice for communicating with parents?
A) Establish clear communication channels (email, group text, etc.).
B) Avoid communicating with parents to maintain authority.
C) Communicate only when there's a problem.
D) Rely solely on the girls to relay information to their parents.
  • 27. What should you do if a girl discloses abuse or neglect?
A) Report the disclosure to the proper authorities immediately.
B) Confront the alleged abuser.
C) Try to handle the situation independently.
D) Keep the disclosure confidential to protect the girl's privacy.
  • 28. How can you encourage girls to be environmentally conscious?
A) Tell them what to do instead of letting them discover ways to help.
B) Participate in environmental service projects and teach about conservation.
C) Focus solely on fundraising activities.
D) Ignore environmental issues as they are too complex.
  • 29. What are the general age levels of Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts?
A) Senior: 6th & 7th, Ambassador: 8th & 9th
B) Senior: 9th & 10th, Ambassador: 11th & 12th
C) Senior: 10th & 11th, Ambassador: 12th & 13th
D) Senior: 7th & 8th, Ambassador: 9th & 10th
  • 30. Why are background checks necessary for troop leaders?
A) Just to satisfy bureaucratic requirements.
B) To discriminate against individuals with criminal records.
C) To ensure the safety and well-being of the girls.
D) They are not necessary if you know the person well.
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