Eagle Scout (Boy Scouts of America)

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/eagle-scout-boy-scouts-of-america

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the awarding body?Boy Scouts of America
2. What is the year of establishment?1912
3. What is an Eagle Scout?It is the highest honor in Boy Scouts, earned after many projects and skills.
4. How do you become an Eagle Scout?Finish earlier ranks, earn 21 merit badges (including special ones), hold leadership roles, and complete a big service project.

Boy Scouts of America: A prominent youth development organization focused on character, leadership, and citizenship.
Merit Badge System: A structured program allowing Scouts to explore diverse subjects and develop specific skills.
Eagle Scout Service Project: A leadership-intensive project undertaken by a Scout to benefit their community.
Rank Progression: The sequential advancement through different levels of achievement within the Scouting program.