Job's Daughters - Past Test Questions Flashcards
True or False?
In jurisdictions where Masons are prohibited from serving as Associate Grand Guardians or Vice Associate Grand Guardians, the Grand Guardian, with the advice and consent of the Executive GGC, may authorize election and installation of eligible women to serve in these offices.
True
True or False? The Chaplain does not sing the Mothers, Fathers & Guardians Prayer.
False
When may optional music not found in the Music Ritual be played? (Select all that apply)
A. Coin March
B. Picking up the chairs
C. Between Orders of Business
D. Escort, Introductions & Honors
A. Coin March
B. Picking up the chairs
D. Escort, Introductions & Honors
Which Officer says, “In the Heavenly Council, God commended the piety of his faithful servant Job”?
1st Messenger
Executive members of a BGC shall serve no more than ________ (number) consecutive terms in that office and shall be ineligible for reappointment in said office until after a lapse of one (1) year, unless otherwise provided for in the Manual of Rules and Regulations of the GGC or the Supreme Guardian deems it necessary for Bethels under Supreme.
a. Seven (7)
b. Five (5) years
c. Three (3) years
d. Two (2) years
c. Three (3) years
True or False? Officers must memorize all Ritualistic work.
True
What are the 3 song options for the Retiring March?
Onward Christian Soldiers
Forward All Job’s Daughters
We’re Job’s Daughters Fair & True
What does the Seven Point Seal represent?
The Supreme Guardian Council
True or False?
The Ritual was first revised in 1934.
True
What does IYOB FILIAE stand for?
IYOB is Greek for Job
FILIAE is Latin for Daughters
Where are the Supreme Headquarters of Job’s Daughters located?
Papillion, NE (or Omaha)
True or False?
The Recorder remains at her desk for the Mothers, Fathers and Guardians Prayer and Song.
True
How does the Lord’s Prayer begin?
“Our Father, who art in heaven…”
What should the Guide and Marshal do before visitors sit down during Escort?
Thank them for coming.
True or False? The door must be closed before a late member enters the semicircle.
True
In the Installation Ceremony, who turns the Bible for the Honored Queen’s Installation?
Installing Marshal
Who is the last Officer to enter the Bethel Room?
Honored Queen
True or False? The Ritual is secret and cannot be shared outside of Job’s Daughters.
False. (Only Proficiency Work is secret.)
What does the word “piety” mean?
Humble belief
Which office teaches that “respect for our parents and guardians is a virtue to be practiced in our daily lives and that we must strive to be an example for others”?
First Messenger
Which of the following jewelry items MAY NOT be worn with the official regalia of the Order?
A. Regulation membership jewelry
B. Officer’s jewels
C. Small stud-style earrings, no more than ¼” in size, white or purple in color
D. Job’s Daughters Awards
E. Wrist watch
F. One additional piece of jewelry in keeping with the regalia of our Order and approved by the Executive members of the Bethel Guardian Council.
C. Small stud-style earrings, no more than ¼” in size, white or purple in color
The Supreme Headquarters of Job’s Daughters International is located in __________________, ___________________________.
Papillion, Nebraska
What does “virtue” mean?
Quality of moral excellence and responsibility
What song is sung before the Officers recite their Stations & Duties?
Behold, We Are The Daughters of Job
After the Outer Guard gives her charge and instructs the Inner Guard to return to her station, which Guard shuts the Anteroom door?
Outer Guard
Who is the first Officer leading the Opening Ceremony from the Preparation Room?
Marshal
During the Opening Ceremony, when does the Bethel Guardian nod to the Officers as a signal to turn center?
As the Princesses approach the base of the aisle
What does the word “banish” mean?
Expel or send away
What were the names of Job’s 3 friends from the East?
Eliphaz, Bildad and Zophar
The object of the Supreme Guardian Council is to have jurisdiction over the International Order of Job’s Daughters and to band together girls for spiritual and moral upbuilding, and one of the following:
a. To encourage integrity
b. To help build character
c. To develop leadership
d. To teach social skills
C. To develop leadership
Which office teaches “that we must guard against sin and protect ourselves from the temptations of the world to the end of our earthly journey”?
Outer Guard
True or False
If the Daughter selected as Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter is chosen Miss International Job’s Daughter, she shall forfeit her title of Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter and the title shall be given to the contestant selected First Runner-up.
True
The Bethel Flag Bearer holds the Bethel Flag on her (choose one) RIGHT or LEFT side, at a 60 degree angle.
Left
Name the 5 countries that currently have Job’s Daughters.
- United States
- Canada
- Brazil
- Philippines
- Australia
True or False? The Inner Guard always opens the door.
False
The Bethel members, with the approval of the Executive members of the Bethel Guardian Council, may choose the ____________________________________, ______________________________, or __________________________ formation for their Closing Ceremony.
a. Cross, Square & Compass, Star
b. Cross, Square & Compass, Triangle
c. Cross, Star, Triangle
d. Cross, Rainbow with Cross, Triangle
b. Cross, Square & Compass, Triangle
What are the four questions the Guide asks the Pilgrims during Initiation?
- Do you believe in God and in regular prayer as communication with God?
- Do you love the flag of your nation and the government for which it stands?
- Do you promise not to divulge the Proficiency lessons of Job’s Daughters?
- Do you now agree to join with us in promoting love and respect for all worthy persons, especially our elders?
When was the founder of Job’s Daughters born?
March 9, 1881
The backs of the Chaplain’s and Treasurer’s chairs are on a line with the _______ side of the Altar.
West or back
Who is the first person to speak in a Bethel meeting?
Bethel Guardian
How does the Mothers, Fathers & Guardians Prayer begin?
“Our Father in Heaven”
What are the 2 song options for the Closing Formation?
Nearer My God to Thee
Let There Be Peace on Earth
Where is the Bible placed on the Altar?
Near the East edge with the back at the center and the open edge facing North
Name six things a Daughter is required to commit to memory after becoming a member of Job’s Daughters.
- Signs
- Responses
- Obligation
- Salutation Sign
- Mothers Fathers & Guardians Prayer
- Grip of the Order
When may a Majority Member participate in the discussion on a motion?
When called upon by the HQ to clarify a point
What does F&AM stand for?
Free & Accepted Masons
What is the first line that an Honored Queen says during a Bethel meeting?
“The Officers will take their stations.”
Mrs. Ethel T. Wead Mick, Founder and first Supreme Guardian served in that office during the years _______________ - _______________.
1921-22
When was Ethel T Wead Mick Supreme Guardian?
1921-1922
What does the word “Adversary” mean?
Enemy
What is the full name of the founder of the International Order of Job’s Daughters?
Ethel T. Wead Mick
True or False? The Marshal sings while holding the National Emblem.
False
All Daughters and Majority Members face East after the Bethel Flag Song…
A. After the last chord of the Bethel Flag Song
B. After the HQ completes the introduction for the Bethel Flag Bearer to display the Flag in the East
C. Whenever they want
D. When it passes them (they follow the Flag)
B. After the HQ completes the introduction for the Bethel Flag Bearer to display the flag in the East
True or False? Within thirty (30) days after the new officers are installed in a chartered Bethel, the Honored Queen and members shall plan a financial affair, two (2) each year, for the benefit of the Educational and Mick Memorial Scholarship Funds.
False
Educational and Promotion Funds
True or False? The Chaplain doesn’t kneel at the Altar until the music stops.
True
What does the abbreviation BUS mean?
Bethels Under Supreme
What does the word “adversary” mean?
Enemy
True or False? Majority Members may assume the Attitude of Prayer.
True
True or False? A special dispensation is required to hold a special election to fill a vacancy in an elective Bethel office.
True
What does the word “integrity” mean?
Honor
True or False?
When attending the Recorder’s desk to sign the Permanent Record Book, the Guide and Marshal line up the Pilgrims who are not signing at the Junior Custodian’s pedestal.
True
What was the name of Job’s first daughter?
Jemima
Each term, one duty of the Associate Bethel Guardian is to:
a. Audit the Bethel financial books and make a report to the Bethel
b. Buy charms for the girls who sell the most pancake breakfast tickets
c. See that the books of the Bethel are audited and that a report is made
d. Take the books to H&R Block for an official audit
c. See that the books of the Bethel are audited and that a report is made
True or False?
Miss International Job’s Daughter is expected to represent the ideals of Job’s Daughters at Masonic related functions and other events when requested to do so by the Miss International Job’s Daughter Pageant Committee.
False
When requested by the Supreme Guardian
In the Ceremony of Initiation, the Fourth Messenger relates the ___________ of Job.
Triumph
A Daughter shall be eligible to compete in the Miss International Job’s Daughter Pageant _____ time(s)
One
Recite the Opening Prayer
Blessed Father, we thank You for the opportunity to meet together. Make us ready and eager to gather knowledge and wisdom that we may grow to become confident young women. Give us faith to trust that You will always guide us and help us to be more accepting of others. We ask that You watch over us and help us learn to do Your will. Amen.
True or False? After the Marshal posts the National Emblem, she takes 2 steps back to repeat the Pledge of Allegiance.
False (only 1 step back)
What does the abbreviation BoT mean?
Board of Trustees
Explain the significance of the Bethel Flag.
The Bethel Flag shows the emblem of our Order. The three corners of the triangle remind us of the three main teachings of Job’s Daughters – the love of God, love of country and love of home. The Honored Queen, Senior Princess and Junior Princess remind us of the three Daughters of Job. Our colors are purple and white: purple for the royalty of womanhood, and white for the purity of a beautiful and womanly life.
When do the BG and ABG go to the East for the Closing Ceremony?
As the Custodians reach the Altar Line
The Preparation Committee is to show or explain to candidates for Initiation which of the following? (Indicate all that apply).
A. The Attitude of Prayer
B. The signs and responses of the three Epochs
C. The correct kneeling position
D. How to turn square corners
E. The symbolism of the emblems of the Order
F. A copy of the Mothers’ Fathers’ and Guardians’ Prayer
G. How to bow when name is mentioned
H. How to introduce parents
a. The Attitude of Prayer
c. The correct kneeling position
d. How to turn square corners
g. How to bow when name is mentioned
h. How to introduce parents
What were the names of Ethel T. Wead Mick’s daughters?
Ruth and Ethel
What song is played when the Pilgrims enter during the Ceremony of Initiation?
Close to Thee
What does the acronym HIKE stand for?
Hearing Improvement Kids Endowment
True or False? The correct wording is Escorts, Introduction and Honors.
False
A duty of the Grand Secretary is to report to the appropriate Grand Secretary or Jurisdictional Secretary and the Executive Manager the names and addresses of all new Majority Members, Majority Members who have moved and ______________________________________________.
(3) Members and adult workers who have moved outside the jurisdiction.
During the Ceremony of the Second Epoch, the Fourth Messenger tells that God’s wrath was specifically kindled against one of Job’s friends, who served as the leader of the group. Who does God single out, as explained in the Fourth Messenger’s lecture?
A. Eliphaz
B. Bildad
C. Zophar
A. Eliphaz
Each State, Province, Territory, Region and/or Country has the right to send ____ (number) Daughter(s) to compete in the Miss International Job’s Daughter Pageant.
One
What length dress must the MNJD wear with the cape?
Floor length formal
Who does the Bethel Guardian say are invited to remain at a closed Bethel meeting?
All members, parents, grandparents, guardian of Job’s Daughters, and adults with proper Masonic relationship
True or False? A member desiring to make a motion must wait until she is recognized by the HQ.
True
How must Officers sit during a Bethel meeting?
Upright
Feet flat
Hands in lap
Which Officers are lined up at the Preparation Room door and in what order?
Marshal Outer Guard Senior Custodian Librarian Chaplain Third Messenger Fourth Messenger Fifth Messenger Senior Princess
What does the word “habitation” mean?
Place of abode or residence
True or False? It is acceptable for Grand Jurisdictions to adopt their own Book of Ceremonies.
True
If the geographic location is such that it allows a Bethel to participate in a more active manner in another location, the Supreme Guardian may, after advising with ______________ authorize the jurisdiction to expand its authority over the Bethel(s) making this request.
a. The Supreme Guardian Council and Trustees
b. The executive manager of the Supreme Office
c. Executive members of the SGC, the GGCs and/or JGCs involved
d. Associate Supreme Guardian and trustees
c. Executive members of the SGC, the GGCs and/or JGCs involved
What does “proficiency” mean?
Special part of the ritualistic work that is known only to members and those who have attended a Job’s Daughters meeting
Miss International Job’s Daughter is selected at a pageant held
A. In conjunction with the Annual Session of the Supreme Guardian Council
B. During Supreme Workshop
C. During Job’s Daughters Week in March
D. The Miss International Job’s Daughter Pageant is a stand-alone event and not held in conjunction with any other Job’s Daughter activity.
a. in conjunction with the Annual Session of the Supreme Guardian Council
When at the altar presenting the National Emblem, the Marshal does not sing the National Anthem but while at the altar with the Bethel Flag, the Bethel Flag Bearer does sing the Bethel Flag Song.
True
TRUE or FALSE
In the event that the candidate selected as Miss Nebraska Congeniality is also selected as Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter, she will hold both titles for the ensuing year.
False
What is the Trademark of our Order?
The Three Point Emblem
What is the Corporate Emblem of Job’s Daughters?
The JDI logo
Which Landmark states “Membership to be composed of developing girls who believe in God and bear a Masonic relationship”?
2nd
What is the emblematic flower of the Order?
Lily of the Valley
What are the two prayer options for the first prayer in the meeting?
Lord’s Prayer or the Opening Prayer
What was the name of Job’s third daughter?
Keren Happuch
What four things is the Honored Queen allowed to have on the pedestal?
- Order of Escort
- Names & titles of those being introduced
- Outline of Order of Business
- Order of Business to be discussed
The current Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter is _________________.
Katie Warwick
When may the lights be dimmed during a Bethel meeting?
During Prayers and the Closing Formation
True or False? A Special Dispensation must be read at every Bethel meeting.
False
True or False?
Babies and children under age 2 who are not members of the Order are allowed to attend closed Bethel meetings when accompanied by a parent.
False
When does the HQ vote on a motion?
A. Only to break a tie
B. Never
C. Always
D. Other
A. Only to break a tie
Which office teaches that “righteous service will lead to life eternal”?
4th Messenger
What does two raps mean?
Calls up the Bethel Officers
The HIKE Fund provides
A. Hearing devices for children
B. Corrective walking shoes for crippled children
C. Monetary support for crippled children in the Shrine Hospitals
D. Funds for the creation of hiking trails in local communities
A. Hearing devices for children
According to the Rules and Regulations for Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter, the Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter Pageant is planned, administered, produced and directed by the:
A. current Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter
B. current Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter’s Bethel
C. Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter Committee
D. Grand Guardian and Associate Grand Guardian
C. Miss Nebraska Job’s Daughter Committee
Who is responsible for setting up the Bethel Room before meetings?
Marshal & Custodians
True or False? The Supreme Guardian Council has 10 elected officers.
True
True or False? The Memorial Ceremony may be presented at a funeral home or another appropriate location.
True
True or False? All Bethels are required to donate to HIKE at least once a term.
False
What five “gifts” do the Messengers give to members during the Majority Ceremony?
Friendship Honor Truth Charity Love
The date on which a Bethel should observe its birthday is the date on which it was ______________________________________.
Instituted
Which Officer tells us “we are taught the triumph of faith in God as we journey through life”?
Honored Queen
The current Associate Grand Guardian is ____________________.
Dave Sieler
In the event of a tie in the Miss International Job’s Daughter Pageant, it will be broken by referring to the combined _____________________________ and ____________________________ for the tied contestants. The contestant with the highest score will be declared the winner.
a. interview, the recitation scores
b. written test, the recitation scores
c. written test, the robe inspection
d. interview, stage presence scores
b. written test, the recitation scores
Robes shall be a length of ____ inches from the floor.
3
The Second Messenger tells us that Job’s children were killed during the trial of the Adversary. What brought about their deaths?
A. Lightening
B. Plundering tribes
C. Swordsmen
D. A mighty wind
D. A mighty wind