(Complete Study Guide with Exam Questions & Answers)|
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IMDP Process
Initiation Membership Development Process for fraternity members.
Passing Score
90% required for initiation into fraternity.
Sphinxman Prayer
Prayer emphasizing Alpha standards: Manly Deeds, Scholarship, Love.
Sphinxman Credo
Commitment to high standards, character, and brotherly love.
Sphinxman Hymn
Song reflecting commitment to fraternity ideals and customs.
Chapter 6 Title
Expansion and Internal Development in fraternity history.
Chapter 7 Title
The Leaven of Self-Examination in fraternity history.
Official Flower
Yellow Rose, symbol of Alpha Phi Alpha.
General President
Current leader of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Scope of Fraternity
Limitlessness in goals and aspirations of members.
Founders
Names of original members of aspiring chapter.
Cluster Chapters
, Names and founding dates of nearby chapters.
Poem 'If'
Ends with: 'yours is the Earth and everything in it.'
Poem 'Invictus'
Written by William Ernest Henley, about resilience.
Test of a Man
Author Unknown or Anonymous, explores character and integrity.
Exam Instructions
No talking, legible answers, turn in to instructor.
Points Deduction
More than 18 points off results in failure.
Multiple Choice Points
2 points each, no partial credit awarded.
Continued Answers
Use 'continued on back' for extra space.
Exam Duration
Complete within the designated time limit.
Brother's Use Only
Section reserved for personal identification and notes.
Legibility Requirement
All answers must be written clearly.
Study Requirement
Continue studying Alpha History if time permits.
Sphinxhead
Symbol of honor and identity for Sphinxmen.
Alpha Phi Alpha