Masonic Code of Iowa Chapter 25

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What is the purpose of appointing an Investigating Committee in Freemasonry?

  • To serve as the Worshipful Master.
  • To conduct Stated Communications.
  • To organize Lodge of Sorrow ceremonies.
  • To review and ensure the applicant's good character and compatibility with the Fraternity. (correct)

When does a Stated Communication occur in Freemasonry?

  • During conferral of degrees.
  • At regular monthly meetings. (correct)
  • Only during Lodge of Sorrow ceremonies.
  • At every formal meeting of the lodge.

What is the primary purpose of a Called Communication in Freemasonry?

  • To initiate new members into the Fraternity.
  • To confer Last Masonic Rites on deceased brothers.
  • To formally open the lodge for special meetings. (correct)
  • To appoint Investigating Committees.

During which type of communication is an Investigating Committee typically appointed in Freemasonry?

<p>Stated Communication at regular monthly meetings. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event triggers the appointment of an Investigating Committee in Freemasonry?

<p>The formal submission of a petition. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step after the Investigating Committee recommends a petition for adoption or rejection?

<p>The petition is formally proposed and voted upon by the lodge. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the requirement for a petitioner to be officially accepted into the lodge?

<p>Unanimous election by all eligible brethren present at the meeting. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would happen if even one eligible brother voted against the petitioner's membership?

<p>The petitioner's entrance fee would be refunded, and they would not be allowed to join. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would have happened if a petitioner's petition was rejected by the lodge members?

<p>Entrance fee returned and not allowed to join. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was required of every eligible brother present at the lodge meeting when voting on a petition?

<p>They had no excuse and were expected to vote. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who had the final say on whether a petitioner was accepted into the lodge?

<p>The Worshipful Master alone. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the duty of the committee mentioned in the text?

<p>To conduct a diligent inquiry into the petitioner's character and habits (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be more challenging in larger communities or for a petitioner new to the community?

<p>Gathering information about the petitioner's character and habits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can the Master do if the petitioner resides in a different city or town?

<p>Ask the Master of the nearest lodge to appoint the investigating committee (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What permission does the petitioner grant when submitting the petition?

<p>Permission to conduct a background check (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the investigation as mentioned in the text?

<p>To ensure good men join for the right reasons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What wrong impression about Freemasonry does the text mention?

<p>That financial returns may be forthcoming from the Fraternity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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