Centennial Proficiency/ Membership IORG Study
Questions and Answers 2023 with complete solution
Who is the Reverend W. Mark Sexson?
The Founder of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls.
When were the Degrees first exemplified?
On April 6, 1922, the degrees were exemplified for the first time on a class of one
hundred and seventy-one girls in the auditorium of the Scottish Rite Temple, McAlester,
Oklahoma.
What is the response to all prayers at Rainbow functions?
"Lord, help us to keep our promise." Is given by Rainbow Girls after all prayers at any
Rainbow function.
How many Officers constitute an Assembly?
Twenty-one
Where is the Holy Bible found in the Assembly Room?
The Holy Bible is placed at the center of the Altar, near the west edge.
At what Scripture is the Altar Bible opened at Rainbow meetings?
Ezekiel 1:28
Name the contents of the Pot of Gold?
The Holy Bible, American Flag,
Declaration of Independence and Constitution of the United States, list of Presidents
who were Master Masons, and a miniature Lambskin Apron. (Use italicized contents
appropriate to each country.)
To what are all assemblies dedicated?
"To God in Love and Service"
Why are Charity and Hope north and south of the Altar while officers and
members ballot?
Hope and Charity act as guards to the Ballot Box, seeing that no one approaches the
Box, except those who are members of their Assembly and entitled to
ballot, also that all members make the Sign of the Rainbow to the open Book.
What sign is given before casting your ballot?
Sign of the Rainbow
To what is the sign given at the Altar?
The Open Bible
Which hand do you use to ballot?
Left Hand
On which hand is the lambskin apron tied?
Lambskin aprons are tied on the left wrist, tape (tie) next to the hand.
When should the Grand Cross of Color medallion be worn?
The Grand Cross of Color medallion may be worn at any and all Rainbow functions,
activities, and Grand
The Grand Cross of
Cross of Color ceremonies
When and how are members suspended for non-payment of dues?
, If any
member fails to pay her dues within six (6) months, or by July first, the Recorder shall
immediately notify such member at her last known address of such delinquency. If dues
are not paid within thirty (30) days, or by August first, a second notice is sent. If there is
no response by the second meeting in August, report is made to the Assembly and the
member is automatically suspended. The Recorder shall notify the member of her
suspension.
When can pictures be taken in Rainbow?
Pictures may be taken while the Bible is open on the Altar at Installations only.
What Honors are given to Supreme Officers?
Supreme Honors
What Honors are given to Grand Officers of Rainbow, (includes Grand
Representatives)?
Grand Honors
What Honors are given to Worthy Advisors and Past Worthy Advisors?
Sign of the Rainbow
What honors are given to members of the Sponsoring Orders?
Sign of the Rainbow or Grand Honors
Give the Test Oath and explain the duties of the examining committee.
FOUND IN RITUAL
Present Charity's Lecture from memory, without prompting.
FOUND IN RITUAL
Describe the raps at the door by the Outer Observer.
Confidential Observer goes to the door, gives three raps, and is answered by four raps
from the Outer Observer. Confidential Observer opens the door and says her part in the
Ritual, then closes the door and gives three (3) raps. Outer Observer answers with four
(4) raps. Confidential Observer returns to her Station and reports to the Worthy Advisor
Who may witness the degrees?
Only members in good standing of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls,
Master Masons, Order of the Eastern Star, Order of the Amaranth, Order of the White
Shrine of Jerusalem, and Majority Members, Parents, Grandparents or Legal Guardians
of Active or Majority Rainbow members, or non-affiliated wives of Masters Masons, may
witness the Rainbow Degrees.
Give twenty-five (25) hours of community or fraternal service and share what
service you performed.
PRESENT TO MOTHER ADVISOR
Name the twenty officers and jewels in order as they appear in the Ritual.
Worthy Advisor/Gavel, Worthy Associate Advisor/Crossed Gavels, Charity/Money Bag,
Hope/Anchor, Faith/Dove, Recorder/Pen, Treasurer/Key, Chaplain/Open Bible, Drill
Leader/Spear, Love/Red, Religion/Orange, Nature/Yellow, Immortality/Green,
Fidelity/Blue, Patriotism/Indigo, Service/Violet, Confidential Observer/Crossed Swords,
Outer Observer/Sword, Musician/Music Note, Choir Director/Harp
What does the money bag symbolize?
It represents life's treasures preserved through charitable deeds.
During Opening, who vouches for all adults present?
Mother Advisor
Questions and Answers 2023 with complete solution
Who is the Reverend W. Mark Sexson?
The Founder of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls.
When were the Degrees first exemplified?
On April 6, 1922, the degrees were exemplified for the first time on a class of one
hundred and seventy-one girls in the auditorium of the Scottish Rite Temple, McAlester,
Oklahoma.
What is the response to all prayers at Rainbow functions?
"Lord, help us to keep our promise." Is given by Rainbow Girls after all prayers at any
Rainbow function.
How many Officers constitute an Assembly?
Twenty-one
Where is the Holy Bible found in the Assembly Room?
The Holy Bible is placed at the center of the Altar, near the west edge.
At what Scripture is the Altar Bible opened at Rainbow meetings?
Ezekiel 1:28
Name the contents of the Pot of Gold?
The Holy Bible, American Flag,
Declaration of Independence and Constitution of the United States, list of Presidents
who were Master Masons, and a miniature Lambskin Apron. (Use italicized contents
appropriate to each country.)
To what are all assemblies dedicated?
"To God in Love and Service"
Why are Charity and Hope north and south of the Altar while officers and
members ballot?
Hope and Charity act as guards to the Ballot Box, seeing that no one approaches the
Box, except those who are members of their Assembly and entitled to
ballot, also that all members make the Sign of the Rainbow to the open Book.
What sign is given before casting your ballot?
Sign of the Rainbow
To what is the sign given at the Altar?
The Open Bible
Which hand do you use to ballot?
Left Hand
On which hand is the lambskin apron tied?
Lambskin aprons are tied on the left wrist, tape (tie) next to the hand.
When should the Grand Cross of Color medallion be worn?
The Grand Cross of Color medallion may be worn at any and all Rainbow functions,
activities, and Grand
The Grand Cross of
Cross of Color ceremonies
When and how are members suspended for non-payment of dues?
, If any
member fails to pay her dues within six (6) months, or by July first, the Recorder shall
immediately notify such member at her last known address of such delinquency. If dues
are not paid within thirty (30) days, or by August first, a second notice is sent. If there is
no response by the second meeting in August, report is made to the Assembly and the
member is automatically suspended. The Recorder shall notify the member of her
suspension.
When can pictures be taken in Rainbow?
Pictures may be taken while the Bible is open on the Altar at Installations only.
What Honors are given to Supreme Officers?
Supreme Honors
What Honors are given to Grand Officers of Rainbow, (includes Grand
Representatives)?
Grand Honors
What Honors are given to Worthy Advisors and Past Worthy Advisors?
Sign of the Rainbow
What honors are given to members of the Sponsoring Orders?
Sign of the Rainbow or Grand Honors
Give the Test Oath and explain the duties of the examining committee.
FOUND IN RITUAL
Present Charity's Lecture from memory, without prompting.
FOUND IN RITUAL
Describe the raps at the door by the Outer Observer.
Confidential Observer goes to the door, gives three raps, and is answered by four raps
from the Outer Observer. Confidential Observer opens the door and says her part in the
Ritual, then closes the door and gives three (3) raps. Outer Observer answers with four
(4) raps. Confidential Observer returns to her Station and reports to the Worthy Advisor
Who may witness the degrees?
Only members in good standing of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls,
Master Masons, Order of the Eastern Star, Order of the Amaranth, Order of the White
Shrine of Jerusalem, and Majority Members, Parents, Grandparents or Legal Guardians
of Active or Majority Rainbow members, or non-affiliated wives of Masters Masons, may
witness the Rainbow Degrees.
Give twenty-five (25) hours of community or fraternal service and share what
service you performed.
PRESENT TO MOTHER ADVISOR
Name the twenty officers and jewels in order as they appear in the Ritual.
Worthy Advisor/Gavel, Worthy Associate Advisor/Crossed Gavels, Charity/Money Bag,
Hope/Anchor, Faith/Dove, Recorder/Pen, Treasurer/Key, Chaplain/Open Bible, Drill
Leader/Spear, Love/Red, Religion/Orange, Nature/Yellow, Immortality/Green,
Fidelity/Blue, Patriotism/Indigo, Service/Violet, Confidential Observer/Crossed Swords,
Outer Observer/Sword, Musician/Music Note, Choir Director/Harp
What does the money bag symbolize?
It represents life's treasures preserved through charitable deeds.
During Opening, who vouches for all adults present?
Mother Advisor
