QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
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◉ The motto of Delta Sigma Theta is "Intelligence is the Torch of ..."
Answer: Wisdom
◉ Delta Sigma Theta was founded by students who had earlier been
initiated into... Answer: Alpha Kappa Alpha
◉ Who was named the 1st president of Delta Sigma Theta's Alpha
Chapter? Answer: Myra Davis Hemmings
◉ The collegiate founders sought to move towards social activism and
greater public service, rather than social activities. Answer: True
◉ Less than 2 months after the sorority's founding, Delta Sigma Theta
women began their political activism by participating in the historic
1913... Answer: Women's Suffrage March, March 13 1913
◉ On December 28, 1947, which expansion program was formally
adopted and copyrighted by Delta Sigma Theta? Answer: Jabberwock
, ◉ Delta Sigma Theta uses the 5-Point Thrust as an organizing structure
as it creates programs to benefit the African American community. What
does the 5-Point Thrust consist of? Answer: a) physical and mental
health
b) educational development
c) economic development
d) political awareness and involvement
e) international awareness and involvement
◉ The purpose of May Week is. . . Answer: To emphasize the
importance of higher education in the community, especially for black
women
◉ Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is the 1st and one of only 3 African
American organizations with the NGO special consultative status with
the United Nations Answer: True
◉ _______ is for girls (ages 11 - 14) who demonstrate the potential for
success, but may not have support systems or access to financial
resources. Participants are exposed to math, science, technology, and
non-traditional careers. Sessions may also include service learning
activities, field trips and book clubs. Answer: Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta
Academy