#1
What is the term used to describe the process of potential new members joining a fraternity or sorority?
Pledging
ExplanationPledging refers to the period of membership candidacy.
#2
What is the term for a member of a fraternity or sorority who has graduated?
Alumnus/Alumna
ExplanationAlumni are former members who have graduated from the organization.
#3
What is the term used to describe the elected leader of a fraternity?
President
ExplanationThe President leads the fraternity, overseeing its activities and operations.
#4
What is the term used to describe a member of a fraternity or sorority who serves as a mentor or advisor to newer members?
Big Brother/Big Sister
ExplanationBig Brothers or Big Sisters mentor and advise newer members within Greek organizations.
#5
Which fraternity is considered the first Greek-letter fraternity in North America?
Phi Beta Kappa
ExplanationEstablished in 1776 at the College of William & Mary, it's known for its academic focus.
#6
In what year was the first fraternity founded?
1825
ExplanationPhi Beta Kappa is considered the first, founded in 1776.
#7
Which of the following fraternities is known as the 'Divine Nine'?
Delta Sigma Theta
ExplanationDelta Sigma Theta is one of the nine historically Black Greek-letter organizations.
#8
Which fraternity is known for its strong emphasis on brotherhood and community service?
Sigma Chi
ExplanationSigma Chi emphasizes brotherhood and community service in its values.
#9
What is the meaning of 'Rush Week' in the context of Greek life?
A period of recruitment for fraternity and sorority members
ExplanationRush Week is the designated time for recruiting new members into Greek organizations.
#10
What is the Greek name for the first sorority?
Kappa Alpha Theta
ExplanationFounded in 1870 at DePauw University, it's the first Greek-letter sorority.
#11
Which fraternity's philanthropy focuses on the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)?
Sigma Phi Epsilon
ExplanationSigma Phi Epsilon's philanthropy includes supporting the JDRF.
#12
Which fraternity was founded at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, and is famous for its red carnation as a symbol?
Beta Theta Pi
ExplanationBeta Theta Pi, founded in 1839, uses the red carnation as its symbol.
#13
Which fraternity is famous for its motto 'Building Balanced Men' and its membership of former U.S. Presidents?
Phi Delta Theta
ExplanationPhi Delta Theta emphasizes developing well-rounded individuals and counts former U.S. Presidents among its members.
#14
Which fraternity was founded at the College of William & Mary and is famous for its crest featuring a pair of crossed swords?
Pi Kappa Alpha
ExplanationPi Kappa Alpha, founded in 1868, uses crossed swords in its crest.