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Kappa Alpha Psi Test Flashcards

1
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What nickname was Elder Watson Diggs known by?

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the Dreamer

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What degree did Elder Watson Diggs earn first, and from which school?

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A.B. degree from the Indiana’s Univeristy School of Education

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In what year did Elder Watson Diggs graduate with his A.B. degree?

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1916

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What advanced degree did Elder Watson Diggs earn in 1944?

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Master of Education

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During World War I, where did Elder Watson Diggs join the first training camp for Black soldiers?

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Fort Des Moines, Iowa

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What rank did Elder Watson Diggs achieve during his service in World War I?

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First Lieutenant

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With which infantry did Elder Watson Diggs serve in Europe?

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368th Infantry

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What rank did Elder Watson Diggs hold in the Army Reserve Officers Training Corps?

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Captain

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Elder Watson Diggs was a member of which organization in Indianapolis?

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a Masonic lodge

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10
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Who worked with Elder Watson Diggs to create the fraternity’s Coat of Arms?

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Byron and Irven Armstrong

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What significant sacrifice did Elder Watson Diggs make to help the fraternity?

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sold his watch to help pay for the fraternity to be officially recognized

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12
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What did Elder Watson Diggs write the words for?

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the Kappa Hymn

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What magazine did Elder Watson Diggs start that was one of the first for Black college fraternities?

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The Kappa Alpha Nu Journal

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14
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How many of the first chapters did Elder Watson Diggs help start?

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nine

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15
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In which city did Elder Watson Diggs help start one of the first chapters?

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Indianapolis

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16
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What is the name of the award that honors members for their achievements, named after Elder Watson Diggs?

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The Elder Watson Diggs Award

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18
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What is the full name of Boomkski?

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Byron Kenneth Armstrong

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19
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When was Byron Kenneth Armstrong born?

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April 8, 1892

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20
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Where was Byron Kenneth Armstrong born?

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Westfield, Indiana

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21
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Who was Byron Kenneth Armstrong’s cousin?

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Irven Armstrong

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22
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In what year did Byron Kenneth Armstrong graduate?

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1913

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23
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From which university did Byron Kenneth Armstrong earn his master’s degree?

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Columbia University

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24
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What degree did Byron Kenneth Armstrong earn in 1940?

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Doctor of Philosophy

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From which university did Byron Kenneth Armstrong receive his Doctor of Philosophy?

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University of Michigan

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26
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What fraternity motto and insignia did Byron Kenneth Armstrong help create?

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Coat of Arms and badge

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27
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What positions did Byron Kenneth Armstrong hold in the fraternity?

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1st Grand Strategus and 5th Grand Historian

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28
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What handbook did Byron Kenneth Armstrong help write?

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‘1928 Handbook of Kappa Alpha Psi®’

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29
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What award did Byron Kenneth Armstrong receive?

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6th Laurel Wreath

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30
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What is the title of the book written by Byron Kenneth Armstrong?

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‘Crossing the Jordan and Beyond’

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31
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What is the birth date of Guy Levis Grant?

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April 9, 1891

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32
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In which city was Guy Levis Grant born?

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New Albany, Indiana

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What degree did Guy Levis Grant earn from Indiana University?

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A.B. degree in chemistry

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What year did Guy Levis Grant earn his A.B. degree?

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1915

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From which institution did Guy Levis Grant receive his D.D.S.?

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Indiana Dental School

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36
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In what year did Guy Levis Grant complete his D.D.S.?

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1920

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37
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How long did Guy Levis Grant practice dentistry?

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Over 50 years

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38
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What military conflict did Guy Levis Grant serve in?

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World War I

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39
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What role did Guy Levis Grant play in establishing the Beta Chapter?

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He helped establish it

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40
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What position did Guy Levis Grant hold in the Indianapolis Alumni Chapter?

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First Polemarch

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41
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How many years did Guy Levis Grant serve as Grand Historian?

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16 years

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42
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What recognition did Guy Levis Grant receive in 1967?

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Grand Historian Emeritus

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43
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In which publication was Guy Levis Grant’s work as Grand Historian recognized?

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The 2nd Edition of the Story of Kappa Alpha Psi®

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44
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Who is Marcus Peter Blakemore?

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Known as ‘Blakie’, born on January 3, 1889, in Franklin, Indiana

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45
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What military service did Marcus Peter Blakemore participate in?

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Served as a Private in the U.S. Army during World War I

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46
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What degrees did Marcus Peter Blakemore earn from the University of Pittsburgh?

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Bachelor of Science, D.D.S., and first Black M.S. in Prosthetic Dentistry in 1949

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47
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What notable achievement did Blakemore accomplish related to fraternity houses?

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Wired the first fraternity house for electricity

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How long did Marcus Peter Blakemore practice dentistry?

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Practiced dentistry for 35 years

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49
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Who is Ezra Dee Alexander?

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Known as ‘Dee’, born on July 18, 1891, in Bloomington, Indiana

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50
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What degrees did Ezra Dee Alexander earn?

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A.B. degree from Indiana University in 1917 and M.D. in 1919

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51
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What military roles did Ezra Dee Alexander serve in?

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Member of the Army Medical Corps during WWI and medical examiner in WWII

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52
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How long did Ezra Dee Alexander practice medicine?

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Practiced medicine in Indianapolis for nearly 50 years

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What significant event did Ezra Dee Alexander participate in 1957?

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Dedicated the new KAΨ flag at the 47th Grand Chapter Meeting

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54
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What is the birth date and place of John Milton Lee?

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September 7, 1890, in Danville, Indiana

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55
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In which military conflict did John Milton Lee serve?

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World War I

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56
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What notable achievement is John Milton Lee known for during World War I?

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Firing the first shot in combat

57
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What significant club did John Milton Lee establish?

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Fairview Golf Club, Pennsylvania’s first Negro Golf Club

58
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What role did John Milton Lee serve in his fraternity?

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Secretary and helped develop its emblems

59
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What is unique about John Milton Lee’s burial?

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He was the only founder to be cremated

60
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Where are John Milton Lee’s ashes housed?

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At the fraternity’s International Headquarters in Philadelphia

61
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What is the birth date and place of Henry Tourner Asher?

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June 30, 1890, in Owensboro, Kentucky

62
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Which degree did Henry Tourner Asher earn in 1914?

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Bachelor of Arts from Indiana University

63
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What advanced degrees did Henry Tourner Asher obtain?

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  • Master of Arts from the University of Minnesota in 1917
  • LL.B. from the Detroit College of Law in 1928
64
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In which military unit did Henry Tourner Asher serve during World War I?

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809th Pioneer Infantry

65
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What profession did Henry Tourner Asher engage in?

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Real estate

66
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What fraternity was Henry Tourner Asher one of the first members of?

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Alpha of Kappa Alpha Nu

67
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What is the birth date and place of Edward Giles Irvin?

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August 13, 1893, in Spencer, Indiana

68
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What notable achievement did Edward Giles Irvin have as a student?

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Co-founded Kappa Alpha Psi® Fraternity in 1910

69
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What role did Edward Giles Irvin serve in the U.S. Army during World War I?

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Combat medic

70
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What awards did Edward Giles Irvin receive for his military service?

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  • Distinguished Service Cross
  • Two Distinguished Service Awards from Presidents Truman and Eisenhower
71
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What was Edward Giles Irvin’s role in the media?

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Owner of The Shining Star newspaper

72
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To which organization did Edward Giles Irvin belong?

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Masonic Order

73
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What award did Edward Giles Irvin receive?

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24th Laurel Wreath Award

74
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Fill in the blank: Edward G Irvin wore a T-shirt that said _______.

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None is greater than the originator.

75
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True or False: Edward Giles Irvin believed that none is greater than the originator.

76
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Who was George Wesley Edmonds?

A

Enigmatic founder of Kappa Alpha Nu Fraternity

Born on August 13, 1890, in Vanderburgh County, Indiana

77
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What role did George Wesley Edmonds serve in the Kappa Alpha Nu Fraternity?

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Corresponding Secretary in the fraternity’s articles of incorporation

78
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What significant action did George Wesley Edmonds take in 1911?

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Withdrew from school to work in coal mines and railroads

79
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Who was Paul Waymond Caine?

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Accomplished entrepreneur and chef

Born on May 17, 1890, in Greencastle, Indiana

80
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How did Paul Waymond Caine develop his culinary skills?

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Worked as a cook at DePauw University

81
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What was Caine noted for in his catering career?

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Particularly noted for his work with White fraternities

82
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What adversity did Paul Waymond Caine face while in school?

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A fire in the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity house destroyed his belongings

83
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What business did Paul Waymond Caine found after withdrawing from school?

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Caine Catering Company in Peoria, Illinois

84
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What book did Paul Waymond Caine publish in 1919?

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‘Artistic Dishes’

85
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What types of businesses did Paul Waymond Caine own in Rockford, Illinois?

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Clothing store and dry-cleaning business

86
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What tragic event led to Paul Waymond Caine’s death?

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Sustained injuries from a fire in his dry-cleaning business and died from pneumonia

87
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When did Paul Waymond Caine die?

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April 15, 1931

88
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What is one of Caine’s legacies in the fraternity community?

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The highest Grand Chapter award for outstanding alumni chapters

89
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Fill in the blank: Paul Waymond Caine’s catering book published in 1919 is titled _______.

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‘Artistic Dishes’

90
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What is Kappa Alpha Psi Headquarters’ Address?

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2322-24 North Broad Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19132

91
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What are the five objectives of Kappa Alpha Psi, Inc.

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  1. To unite college men of culture, patriotism, and honor in a bond of fraternity.
  2. To encourage honorable achievement in every field of human endeavor.
  3. To promote the spiritual, social, intellectual, and moral welfare of its members.
  4. To aid the aims and purposes of colleges and universities.
  5. To inspire service in the public interest.
92
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What was the original name used first to form the fraternity?

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Alpha Omega

93
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When was Kappa Alpha Psi first created?

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January 5, 1911

94
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When was Kappa Alpha Psi charted?

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May 15, 1911

95
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What date was the change of the name from Kappa Alpha Nu to Kappa Alpha Psi?

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April 15, 1915

96
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At Indiana University, what was the only sport blacks could participate in?

A

Track and field

97
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What three founders passed away in the month of November?

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Elder Watson Diggs, Guy Levis Grant, and Edward Giles Irvin

98
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What is Kappa Alpha Psi’s Motto?

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Achievement in Every Field of Human Endeavor

99
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Who is the Polemarch/Board member of the Savannah, GA Alumni Chapter?

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Brother Johnny McDonald

100
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Who is the Vice Polemarch/Board member of the Savannah Chapter?

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Brother Johnnie Miller

101
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Who is the Keeper of Records/Board Member for the Savannah, GA Alumni Chapter?

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Brother Chris Calhoun

102
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Who is the Keeper of Exchequer/Board member of the Savannah, GA Alumni Chapter?

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Brother Larry Jackson

103
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Who is the Strategus for the Savannah, GA Alumni Chapter?

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Brother David Chavis

104
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Who is the Lieutenant Strategus for the Savannah, GA Alumni Chapter?

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Brother John Cason

105
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Who is the Reporter for the Savannah, GA Alumni Chapter?

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Brother Joseph Brown

106
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Who is the Historian for the Savannah, GA Alumni Chapter?

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Brother Richard Mole

107
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Who is the MTA Chairman for Savannah Chapter?

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Brother Curtis Singleton

108
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Who is the Immediate Past Polemarch/Board member for the Savannah, GA Alumni Chapter?

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Brother Maznyl Newsome

109
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Who is the 35th Grand Polemarch?

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Brother Jimmy McMikle

110
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Who is the Senior Grand Vice Polemarch?

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Brother Robert L. Jenkins, Jr. Esq.

111
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Who is the Secretary of the Savannah Pan-Hellenic Council for the Savannah Chapter?

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Brother Antonio Stewart

112
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When was the Savannah Kappa Alpha Psi Chartered?

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April 18, 1941

113
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Who was the First polemarch for Savannah Chapter?

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Brother Joseph R. Jenkins (1940-1944)

114
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Who was the first black to be elected on Savannah’s City Council?

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Brother Bowles C. Ford

115
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Who was one of the first eight African-American police officers hired in the City of Atlanta and is a recipient of the Joseph R. Jenkins Award?

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Brother Johnnie P. Jones

116
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Name three past Savannah Kappa Alphas?

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Brother Melton Bryant, John W. Lyons, and James W. Brown

117
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What is the purpose of Guide Right?

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Make the experience and friendly interest of successful men accessible to the youth needing inspiration and guidance regarding their choice of a life’s career.

118
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Who is the Director of Guide Right & Kappa League?

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Brother Cameron Stewart

119
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What is a subset of Guide Right?

A

Kapa League

120
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What are the objectives of Guide Right?

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To Create the Next Generation of Leaders via Leadership Development

Prepare students for college

Mentor students to college graduation

To positively impact youth through mentoring and training

To prepare youth for academic success in middle school, high school and college

To learn by interaction, doing and group dynamics

121
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Who is the National Spokesman for Kappa League?

A

John Marshall Jones

122
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What are some programs that the Kappa League has?

A

your next steps and Pathway to College

123
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When was the Kappa League founded?

A

February 12, 1969

124
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When was Guide Right created?

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In 1922, by Leon W. Stewart

125
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Recite Proverbs 3:1-10

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My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:
2 For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.
3 Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart:
4 So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man.
5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
7 Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil.
8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
9 Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:
10 So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.

126
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What is the mission of Kappa Alpha Psi?

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The mission of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. is to promote achievement, service, and the well-being of its members.

127
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What is the sentence to help you remember the founders?

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Diggs had Armstrong Asher and Lee. So that Blakemore could Grant Edmonds some Caine, but Alexander and Irvin was not having that.

128
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Whose founders last name was Diggs?

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Elder Watson Diggs

129
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Whose founders last name was Armstrong?

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Byron Kenneth Armstrong

130
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Whose founders last name was Lee?

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John Milton Lee

131
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Whose founders last name was Asher?

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Henry Tourner Asher

132
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Whose founders last name was Blakemore?

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Marcus Peter Blakemore

133
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Whose founders last name was Grant?

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Guy Levis Grant

134
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Whose founders last name was Caine?

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Paul Waymond Caine

135
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Whose founders last name was Edmonds?

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George Wesley Edmonds

136
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Whose founders last name was Alexander?

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Ezra Dee Alexander

137
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Whose founders last name was Irvin?

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Edward Giles Irvin

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