Pledge Quiz - Alpha Phi Omega Identity
This quiz was designed by Section 67 Staff to help you study and learn important information about Alpha Phi Omega as you prepare for active membership in the fraternity. This quiz covers information provided in the "Alpha Phi Omega Identity" section of your pledge manual, pages 34-40.
We have the utmost of faith in you, and look forward to your activation in the coming weeks! Good luck!
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What is the fraternity jewel?
- A.
Diamond
- B.
Ruby
- C.
Sapphire
- D.
Emerald
Correct Answer
A. DiamondExplanation
"JEWEL: DIAMOND
The most precious of all gemstones representing brilliance, luster, always increasing in value, and an expression of the greatest gift of love when given." - p. 34Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the fraternity flower?
Correct Answer
Forget-Me-Not
Forget Me NotExplanation
"FLOWER: FORGET-ME-NOT
A perennial flower with royal blue blossoms. It is everlasting, always remembered." - p. 34Rate this question:
- 3.
The fraternity tree is the Elm Tree.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
"TREE: OAK TREE
We have all heard from a parent or mentor at least once in our lives the story of the sturdy oak tree that grew from a small acorn. The oak is stately, sturdy, and sheltering." - p. 34Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is the fraternity bird?
- A.
Golden Eagle
- B.
Bluebird
- C.
Great Northern Loon
- D.
Owl
Correct Answer
A. Golden EagleExplanation
"BIRD: GOLDEN EAGLE
The 1976 national Convention declared the golden eagle as a new Fraternity symbol. The golden eagle symbolizes strength, gracefulness, keenness of vision, and endurance." - p. 34Rate this question:
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- 5.
What are the fraternity colors? (Check all that apply.)
- A.
Blue
- B.
Gold
- C.
Silver
- D.
Red
- E.
Black
- F.
White
- G.
Green
- H.
Yellow
Correct Answer(s)
A. Blue
B. GoldExplanation
Fraternity colors are the specific colors that represent a particular fraternity. In this case, the correct answer is Blue and Gold. These colors are commonly associated with many fraternities and are often used in their logos, symbols, and official merchandise. Blue and Gold may hold symbolic meaning for the fraternity, such as representing loyalty, honor, or tradition.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What is the name of the Fraternity's official newsletter?
Correct Answer(s)
Torch & Trefoil
Torch and TrefoilExplanation
The name of the Fraternity's official newsletter is Torch & Trefoil or Torch and Trefoil.Rate this question:
- 7.
How often is the official newsletter of the Fraternity distributed?
- A.
Biannually
- B.
Annually
- C.
Quarterly
- D.
Monthly
Correct Answer
C. QuarterlyExplanation
The official newsletter of the Fraternity is distributed four times a year, which means it is distributed on a quarterly basis. This means that it is sent out every three months, providing regular updates and information to the members of the Fraternity.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Complete the lyrics of the first verse of the Toast Song. Here's to ______________, loyal brothers we, True to ____ and to each other, firm in ______. Daily ______, daily ______, ever more to be, ___ of Alpha Phi Omega, our ______.
Correct Answer
Alpha Phi Omega, self, loyalty, working, striving, Men, fraternity
Alpha Phi Omega self loyalty working striving Men fraternityExplanation
"Here's to Alpha Phi Omega, loyal brothers we,
True to self and to each other, firm in loyalty.
Daily working, daily striving, ever more to be,
Men of Alpha Phi Omega, our fraternity." - p. 36Rate this question:
- 9.
Complete the lyrics of the second verse of the Toast Song. Brothers _____ the hands of brothers, _____ the circle we, Ever ______, ever serving all ________. Now we raise our ______ voices, in our song to ____, Men of Alpha Phi Omega, may we ______ be.
Correct Answer
clasp, strong, mindful, humanity, grateful, thee, always
clasp strong mindful humanity grateful thee alwaysExplanation
"Brothers clasp the hands of brothers, strong the circle we,
Ever mindful, ever serving all humanity.
Now we raise our grateful voices, in our song to thee,
Men of Alpha Phi Omega, may we always be." - p. 36Rate this question:
- 10.
The Torch Logo is the graphic identity that should be used for all external audiences.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The Fraternity’s Torch Logo was adopted by the delegates of the 2006 National Convention. It was designed by National Distinguished Service Key recipient Brother Kay Krenek, Beta Sigma ’79, at the request of the National Marketing Committee. Although primarily designed for communicating the Fraternity’s brand identity to external audiences, it contains important elements drawn from other Alpha Phi Omega symbols." - p. 37Rate this question:
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