ANSWERS TO Sparks LeaderReview Basic Training Test
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1: The name AWANA is based on 2 Timothy 2:15.
True False
2: The ultimate purpose of AWANA is to reach and train boys and girls with the gospel of Christ.
3: AWANA is an integral part of the total church ministry.
4: Sparks is not distinctive from third through sixth-grade AWANA Clubs.
5: The three main segments of Sparks Club are Green Meadow Time, Sparkle Time, and Game Time.
6: Clubs may supplement the official AWANA awards system.
7: The purpose of the awards system is to motivate clubbers to memorize God's Word and complete handbook achievements.
8: Sparks uses the first-book method for handbook progression and achievement.
9: Sparks program materials are divided into two types: required and extra credit.
10: Use of the uniform is an optional element of the AWANA program.
11: Two benefits of the AWANA uniform are that it encourages discipline and group unity.
12: The flag ceremony is important because it provides an opportunity to establish an atmosphere of discipline.
13: Balanced discipline is positive and motivating.
14: Sparks Game Time is distinctive because it is developmentally appropriate for Sparkies.
15: Awards Time should be scheduled at the beginning of Club.
16: The recommended order of the main segments of an Awana Sparks Club segments are Sparkle Time, Game Time, Green Meadow Time.
17: All Sparks leadership should attend and participate in Leader's Prayer and Planning Sessions.
18: Leaders do not need to participate during Green Meadow Time.
19: Only the club Director may teach the Gren Meadow Time lesson.
20: All leaders should be trained and ready to lead a Sparkie to Christ.
21: The recommended memorization pace for Sparkies completing a handbook for the first time is three to five sections per club meeting.
22: Total Time Teaching applies only to Sparkle Time.
23: All Sparks Club leaders are involved in Total Time Teaching
24: Sparks Game Time features a more non-competitive atmosphere than third through sixth-grade clubs.
25: What is the most important qualification for service in AWANA?
A love for children A desire to serve the Lord A personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior
26: Who is ultimately responsible for the AWANA program in a church?
Commander Pastor Director
27: The main teaching segment of Sparks Club is called...
Green Meadow Time Sparkle Time Game Time
28: The handbook segment of the Sparks Club is called...
29: Three distinctives of Sparks Game Time are...
High intensity competition, a "cool down" period, a snack Unique game equipment, low intensity competition, rough and tumble games Low intensity competition, a "cool down" period, low points
30: Using the first-book method, a new first-grader would begin with the...
Skipper Handbook Hiker Handbook Climber Handbook
31: A kindergartner may complete...
The Skipper Handbook, review, and the Skipper Workbook The Skipper and Hiker handbooks, handbook reviews, the Skipper and Hiker workbooks Skipper, Hiker, and Climber handbooks, all reviews, and workbooks
32: A first-grader may complete...
33: A second-grader may complete...
34: When Sparkies review a handbook, how many helps are they allowed?
None One Two
35: When responding to an invitation, what should Sparkies be instructed to do?
Raise their hand Come forward Seek out a leader to talk to
36: What row of the Sparks award crown contain which color of jewels?
Top row=Green, middle row=Red, bottom row=Blue Top row=Green, middle row=Blue, bottom row=Red Top row=Red, middle row=Green, bottom row=Blue
37: What are the 3 main tools available to Sparks leaders for proper training?
Sparks LeaderSource, Sparks Training Video, Annual Leadership Conferences Sparks LeaderSource, AWANA Web Site, Sparks Handbook Sparks LeaderSource, Sparks Training Video, AWANA Web Site
38: When are weekly awards presented?
At the opening ceremony During the awards time at the end of club After game time
39: For what achievements are Red Jewels presented?
Crafts Bringing visitors Bible Drills
40: For what achievements are Green Jewels presented?
41: What weekly records do Sparks leaders maintain?
Sparks one-year record cards Sparks two-year record cards Sparks three-year record cards
42: In the ABC's of Salvation, what words do the letters A, B, and C stand for?
Accept, Believe, Choose Admit, Believe, Choose Accept, Believe, Continue
43: How many Rank Paths does a Sparkie complete in each handbook?
One Two Three
44: How many red jewels are included in each rank handbook?
Two Three Four
45: How many green jewels are included in each rank handbook?
46: How many Sunday School attendance awards may a Sparkie earn in a calendar year?
47: How many blue jewels may a Sparkie earn during one club year?
48: Essay: Using the ABC's of Salvation included in the Sparks training materials, write out how you would lead a Sparky to Christ. Include references to at least three scriptures that you would use.
49: Optional: What is the name of your local AWANA representative?