Court Petitioner Requirements

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What is the purpose of petitioning?

To teach Humility among those who wish to enter this order (correct)
To raise funds for the chapter's charitable events
To teach leadership skills to new members
To provide a platform for members to voice their opinions

What should a petitioner wear during the petitioning process?

Blue shirt and black jeans
White polo shirt and black slacks (correct)
Red shirt and black trousers
Black shirt and blue jeans

What is the significance of the 'Sandwich form of speaking'?

It is a form of communication used only during meetings
It is a method of addressing senior members
It is a way of speaking that starts and ends with the phrase 'Address' (correct)
It is a way of greeting fellow members

What is the 'Ticker' in the context of petitioning?

A color-coded system (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of being 'Snappy' during petitioning?

It helps to follow every command precisely and perfectly (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the '45 Degrees' in the context of petitioning?

It is a posture or stance (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the essence of petitioning?

To teach Humility among those who wish to enter this order (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of 'What happens inside, Stays inside'?

It is a rule for maintaining confidentiality (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should a DeMolay be addressed?

Sir (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to address a Mother of a DeMolay and a wife of a Mason?

Mom (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the motto of a Petitioner?

A Petitioner never quit and never squeal, and always accept and expect the worse. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the slogan of DeMolay?

Once a DeMolay, Always a DeMolay. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper way to approach someone in a DeMolay chapter?

Proper Address, Greetings, I am Complete Name a petitioner of Chapter Name sponsored by Sponsoring Body. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do you say when saying goodbye in a DeMolay chapter?

Address Good Day and Goodbye may you have a great day ahead of you Address. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Pledge of Allegiance of the Philippines?

Ako ay Pilipino, Buong katapatang nanunumpa Sa watawat ng Pilipinas (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to address a Job’s Daughter and a Rainbow sister?

Sister (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the national anthem mentioned in the text?

Lupang Hinirang (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the theme of the DeMolay Hymn?

Brotherhood and unity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the chapter that the author is a senior councilor of?

Emmanuel Baja Chapter No. 2 (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many chapters is the author a member of?

4 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the poem that starts with the line 'Bayang Magiliw, Perlas ng Silanganan'?

Lupang Hinirang (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the theme of the poem 'Lupang Hinirang'?

Patriotism and national pride (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the author's honorary chapter?

Dr. Jose P. Laurel Centennial Chapter No. 104 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the organization that the author is a part of?

Order of DeMolay (B) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Petitioner's Attire and Requirements

Complete petitioner form with 2x2 picture
White polo shirt, black slacks, black socks, black leather shoes, and black belt
Name tag with complete name, batch name, chapter name, and petitioner's motto
Proper haircut required

Standard Operating Procedures (S.O.P)

Always be snappy and follow every command precisely and perfectly
Arrive on time, stomach in, chest out
What happens inside, stays inside
Speak slowly, loudly, and clearly
Use "Po" at "Opo"
Address authority figures with respect (e.g., "Sir DeMolay", "Dad", "Mom")
Clean up messes in the lodge or chapter room

Petitioning

Teaches humility among those who wish to join DeMolay
Vouches for and accepts individuals worthy of comradeship
Prepares aspirants for their DeMolay journey

Communication

Use the "Sandwich" method: start and end sentences with "Address"
Address authority figures with respect (e.g., "Sir DeMolay", "Dad", "Mom")
Use proper titles and addresses (e.g., "Master", "General", "Sire")

Chapter Addresses

Examples of proper chapter addresses include:
- "Master" for Emmanuel Baja Chapter
- "General" for Gen. Mariano C. Trias Chapter
- "Patriot Sire" for Dasmariñas Chapter

Petitioner's Approach

Greet with a proper address, introduce yourself, and ask for biodata
Example: "Proper Address, Greetings, I am [Complete Name], a petitioner of [Chapter Name] sponsored by [Sponsoring Body]. May I have the honor and privilege to know your biodata, Proper Address?"

DeMolay Motto and Slogan

DeMolay motto: "No DeMolay shall fail as a Citizen, as a Leader, and as a Man"
DeMolay slogan: "Once a DeMolay, Always a DeMolay"

Philippine Pledge of Allegiance and National Anthem

Pledge of Allegiance: Ako ay Pilipino, Buong katapatang nanunumpa...
National Anthem: Lupang Hinirang, Bayang Magiliw, ...

DeMolay Hymn

To Thee we pay a tribute with our voices loud and free...
Encourages unity, guides, and leads a manly life

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