Board of Review Questions

This is the Scout's first Board of Review experience. Questions focus on how the Scout is fitting into the troop and their enjoyment of activities.

Getting Started in Scouting

1. What is your favorite part of a troop meeting? Why?
2. How did you feel the first time you put on your Scout uniform?
3. Tell us about your patrol. What is your patrol name and why was it chosen?
4. What would you tell a friend who is thinking about joining Scouts?
5. Why do you think Scouts wear uniforms?
6. How do you demonstrate being a good patrol member?

Outdoor Skills & Camping

7. Tell us about your last troop campout. Where did you go and what did you do?
8. Where did you go on your hike? How did you choose the location?
9. If you were on a hike and got lost, what would you do?
10. How would you avoid poison ivy, oak, or sumac?
11. Why do we whip or fuse the ends of a rope?
12. Tell us about the knots you learned. Which one was hardest to master?
13. What meal did you assist in preparing on your campout?
14. Why is it important to take care of your camping gear?
15. What outdoor activity have you enjoyed most since joining Scouts?
16. Share an example of how you have shown respect for the environment.

First Aid & Safety

17. How would the first aid skills you learned for Tenderfoot help on a campout?
18. What did you learn about first aid for cuts and scrapes?
19. What is the "Buddy System" and why do we use it in Scouting?
20. Why do you think there are physical fitness requirements for the Tenderfoot rank?
21. Explain the importance of physical fitness in Scouting.

Scout Spirit & Values

22. Can you explain the meaning of the Scout Oath and Law?
23. What does it mean to a Tenderfoot Scout to "Be Prepared"?
24. What does "A Scout is Helpful" mean to you in everyday life?
25. Where did you learn how to fold the American flag? Tell us about your first experience with this skill.

Personal Growth & Future Goals

26. How has Scouting affected your life at home or school?
27. What is one thing you learned in Scouts that surprised you?
28. Discuss a merit badge you are interested in earning and why.
29. How do you plan to help newer Scouts who join the troop?
30. What are you most looking forward to as you continue in Scouting?

This is the Scout's second Board of Review. Questions focus on Scout skills learned and how the Scout is functioning within their patrol.

Patrol Involvement

1. How many patrol meetings has your patrol held in the last 3 months? How many have you attended?
2. Reflect on your involvement in the patrol. How do you contribute?
3. Describe a time when you worked well with your patrol on a task.
4. How has your patrol worked together to solve a problem?
5. Describe a leadership role you have taken on in your patrol or troop.

Outdoor Skills & Camping

6. Where did you go on your last troop campout? Did you have a good time? Why?
7. Share a memorable experience from a recent campout and what you learned.
8. What factors did you consider when recommending a patrol campsite and tent pitching location?
9. Explain a knot or lashing technique you have mastered.
10. Discuss your progress in developing outdoor skills.
11. What cooking skills have you developed since becoming a Scout?
12. How do you help keep your campsite clean and organized?
13. What fire safety rules do you follow when camping?
14. Tell us about a challenge you faced during a campout and how you handled it.
15. What new outdoor skills would you like to learn next?

Nature & Environment

16. Why is it important to be able to identify animals found in your community?
17. Share an example of how you have demonstrated Leave No Trace principles.
18. Why is it important to learn about nature and wildlife?
19. Tell us about the plants you learned to identify. Why is this important?

Safety & First Aid

20. Tell us about learning to use a pocketknife safely. What are the key safety rules?
21. What did you learn from the safe swim defense requirements?
22. How have your first aid skills improved since Tenderfoot?

Scout Spirit & Service

23. Tell us about a service project in which you participated.
24. Tell us about the flag ceremony in which you participated.
25. One of the requirements is to participate in a program about drug, alcohol, and tobacco. Tell us about it.
26. What does "A Scout is Courteous" mean to you?

Personal Growth & Goals

27. What Scout skill have you learned that you've used outside of Scouting?
28. Share a personal goal you have set for yourself as a Scout.
29. How do you balance Scouting activities with school and other responsibilities?
30. What advice would you give to a Tenderfoot Scout just starting out?

First Class is a significant achievement. Questions explore the Scout's growing responsibility to the troop and patrol, and future advancement opportunities.

Outdoor Skills & Navigation

1. Tell us about your last campout with the troop. How did you help with meal preparation?
2. If you were in charge of planning a dinner for your next campout, what would you prepare?
3. What did you learn about using a compass while completing the orienteering requirement?
4. Describe your experience with orienteering and map reading.
5. Tell us about using a map and compass together. What did you learn?
6. How do you usually check the weather before an outdoor activity?
7. What outdoor cooking techniques have you mastered?
8. How do you prepare for different weather conditions when camping?

First Aid & Emergency Preparedness

9. Why do you think swimming is emphasized in Scouting?
10. Why is it important to know how to transport a person with a broken leg?
11. What emergency situations do you feel prepared to handle after earning First Class?
12. Describe a time when you had to be resourceful during an activity.

Leadership & Teamwork

13. As a First Class Scout, what do you think Star, Life, and Eagle Scouts expect from you?
14. How do you demonstrate leadership within your patrol?
15. Describe your experience planning and leading an activity for your patrol.
16. How do you help younger Scouts learn new skills?
17. How has Scouting helped you develop teamwork skills?
18. What are the qualities of a good patrol leader?
19. Have you invited anyone to join Scouts or encouraged an inactive Scout to participate?

Scout Spirit & Values

20. What is the Scout Slogan? What does it mean for a First Class Scout?
21. How is it possible to live the Scout Oath and Law in your daily life?
22. What does it mean to say "A Scout is Trustworthy"?
23. What does "A Scout is Kind" look like in your daily interactions?
24. Tell us about a service project that was meaningful to you.

Personal Growth & Future Goals

25. Does your family do any camping? What have you shared with them from Scouting?
26. Reflect on your personal growth since achieving Second Class.
27. Describe a challenging situation you faced and how you overcame it.
28. What merit badges are you working on or planning to earn?
29. How has your confidence grown through your Scouting experiences?
30. What goals have you set for your advancement to Star Scout?

Star rank emphasizes service, merit badges, and leadership. Questions explore how the Scout is helping lead the patrol and troop.

Leadership & Teaching

1. What leadership roles have you taken on in your troop?
2. What leadership position are you interested in holding? Why?
3. Tell us about a time you helped teach a skill to another Scout.
4. How do you handle disagreements within your patrol?
5. How do you balance your leadership responsibilities with being a team player?
6. Is there any aspect of the troop that you think could be improved? How?
7. How have you helped recruit or retain other Scouts in the troop?

Merit Badges & Skills

8. How many merit badges have you earned? Which was the most challenging?
9. Which merit badge have you enjoyed the most? Why?
10. Tell us about a merit badge that taught you something unexpected.
11. How have the Scout skills you've learned helped in a non-Scouting activity?
12. Are there skills or lessons from Scouting you've applied outside of troop activities?

Service & Troop Participation

13. How many troop outings have you attended in the last three months?
14. Tell us about the last service project in which you participated.
15. What service projects would you like to see the troop do in the future?
16. What camping trip has been most memorable for you? Why?
17. What has been the most fun activity you've done in Scouts?

Scout Spirit & Values

18. What does it mean for a Star Scout to "Be Prepared" on a daily basis?
19. Can you explain the significance of the Scout Oath and Law in your life?
20. How do you approach fulfilling your duty to God?
21. How do you show Scout Spirit at school or in your community?
22. What does "A Scout is Loyal" mean in your daily life?
23. Describe a situation where you had to make a difficult decision as a Scout.

Personal Growth & Future Goals

24. Which is more important: becoming a Star Scout, or learning the skills for Star Scout?
25. What has been your most rewarding experience as a Scout?
26. How has being a Scout affected your school life or relationships?
27. What was the most difficult obstacle you faced while progressing to Star?
28. How do you stay motivated to keep advancing in Scouting?
29. Discuss your future goals as you progress toward Life and Eagle.
30. How are you preparing for the increased expectations of Life Scout?

Life is the final rank before Eagle. Focus is on leadership, teaching younger Scouts, and "giving back" to Scouting.

Leadership & Mentoring

1. What have you done since becoming a Star Scout to carry out additional responsibilities?
2. What leadership position did you hold? What was your biggest challenge?
3. Tell us about teaching another Scout using the EDGE method.
4. Describe a time when you guided others effectively as a leader.
5. How do you mentor and support younger Scouts in the troop?
6. Describe a leadership situation that didn't go as planned. What did you learn?
7. How do you set an example for other Scouts in the troop?
8. What do you like most about the Patrol Method? What do you like least?

Service & Community

9. Which service projects did you work on for the rank of Life? What did you do?
10. How have you contributed to conservation efforts?
11. What impact has community service had on your personal development?
12. What does "giving back to Scouting" mean to you at this stage?

Merit Badges & Skills

13. Which of your merit badges did you enjoy the most? Why?
14. What required merit badges have you completed? Which remain?
15. Is there a specific skill or lesson from Scouting you'll value as an adult?
16. Tell us about a high adventure activity you've participated in or want to do.

Scout Spirit & Values

17. What does "A Scout is Brave" mean to a Life Scout?
18. In this fast-paced world, what should "Be Prepared" mean to a Life Scout?
19. Can you share an example of how you applied the Scout Oath in real life?
20. How has your understanding of the Scout Oath deepened over time?
21. What does "A Scout is Reverent" mean in your life?
22. How do you handle stress or pressure during challenging activities?

Eagle Preparation & Future Goals

23. Have you begun to think about an Eagle Service Project? What are you considering?
24. What organizations or causes are you considering for your Eagle project?
25. What is your plan for advancing from Life to Eagle Scout?
26. How do you plan to stay involved in Scouting after earning Eagle?
27. Describe a time when you faced adversity in Scouting and overcame it.
28. How have you grown as a person through your Scouting journey?
29. What advice would you give to a Star Scout working toward Life?
30. How has Scouting influenced your thoughts about future career or education?

The Eagle Board of Review is the culmination of a Scout's journey. Questions cover the entire Scouting experience, the Eagle project, and future plans.

Scout Oath & Law

1. The first eight words of the Scout Oath are "On my honor I will do my best." What does honor mean to you?
2. Please recite the 12 points of the Scout Law and tell us what each one means to you.
3. What is the hardest point of the Scout Law for you to live by? Why?
4. What point of the Scout Law is most important to you? Why?
5. How do you demonstrate the Scout Oath and Law in your daily life?
6. If you could remove one point from the Scout Law, what would it be and why?
7. How has your understanding of "Duty to God and Country" evolved during your Scouting journey?

Eagle Project

8. Give us a brief description of your Eagle project and who it benefited.
9. Why did you choose this particular project?
10. What did you learn about leadership from your Eagle project?
11. What part of your Eagle project was the most challenging? Why?
12. If you were to manage another project, what would you do differently?
13. How many hours did volunteers contribute? How did you recruit and manage them?
14. What unexpected obstacles did you face during your project and how did you overcome them?
15. How did your Eagle project benefit your community in the long term?

Scouting Experience

16. Of all the patches on your uniform, which one means the most to you? Why?
17. If you could do your Scouting journey all over again, would you? Why?
18. What is the one Scouting memory that will always make you smile?
19. Out of all your merit badges, which gave you information most helpful later in life?
20. Which merit badge has the most meaning to you and why?
21. What camping experience have you had that you wish every Scout could have?
22. What was your worst camping experience in Scouting? What did you learn from it?
23. Tell us about a high adventure experience that challenged you.

Leadership & Character

24. What will you do as an Eagle Scout to give back to Scouting?
25. What do you believe society expects from an Eagle Scout?
26. How have you grown as a leader during your time in Scouting?
27. Share an example of how you have mentored younger Scouts.
28. Think about a time you didn't show as much Scout Spirit as you wanted. What did you learn?
29. How do you handle situations where doing the right thing is unpopular?

Future Plans

30. Where do you see yourself with Scouting in the next five years?
31. What are your future plans (college, career, military, etc.)?
32. One day you may have children. What will you tell them about Scouting?
33. If you could change one requirement for Eagle, what would it be?
34. If you could add one point to the Scout Law, what would it be and why?
35. Why should we declare you an Eagle Scout tonight?