Optional - Sparks LeaderReview Basic Training Test

Copyright: Awana Clubs International. A grade of 70 percent or better is required to pass this LeaderReview. This is the same, official test given by Awana Clubs International in their training manuals. Preparatory material for the test is the Awana LeaderSource manual for Sparks. You may take the test as many times as you like. The results are not recorded anywhere. When you have test results that are passing or above, please notify the Awana Commander via email, phone or in person. Grades will not be monitored, only pass or fail. When you have answered all the questions, click the "Display Answers" link at the top or bottom of the screen.  It will display this same test with the correct answers checked in a new window so you can compare.

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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.

True
False

3: AWANA is an integral part of the total church ministry.

True
False

4: Sparks is not distinctive from third through sixth-grade AWANA Clubs.

True
False

5: The three main segments of Sparks Club are Green Meadow Time, Sparkle Time, and Game Time.

True
False

6: Clubs may supplement the official AWANA awards system.

True
False

7: The purpose of the awards system is to motivate clubbers to memorize God's Word and complete handbook achievements.

True
False

8: Sparks uses the first-book method for handbook progression and achievement.

True
False

9: Sparks program materials are divided into two types: required and extra credit.

True
False

10: Use of the uniform is an optional element of the AWANA program.

True
False

11: Two benefits of the AWANA uniform are that it encourages discipline and group unity.

True
False

12: The flag ceremony is important because it provides an opportunity to establish an atmosphere of discipline.

True
False

13: Balanced discipline is positive and motivating.

True
False

14: Sparks Game Time is distinctive because it is developmentally appropriate for Sparkies.

True
False

15: Awards Time should be scheduled at the beginning of Club.

True
False

16: The recommended order of the main segments of an Awana Sparks Club segments are Sparkle Time, Game Time, Green Meadow Time.

True
False

17: All Sparks leadership should attend and participate in Leader's Prayer and Planning Sessions.

True
False

18: Leaders do not need to participate during Green Meadow Time.

True
False

19: Only the club Director may teach the Gren Meadow Time lesson.

True
False

20: All leaders should be trained and ready to lead a Sparkie to Christ.

True
False

21: The recommended memorization pace for Sparkies completing a handbook for the first time is three to five sections per club meeting.

True
False

22: Total Time Teaching applies only to Sparkle Time.

True
False

23: All Sparks Club leaders are involved in Total Time Teaching

True
False

24: Sparks Game Time features a more non-competitive atmosphere than third through sixth-grade clubs.

True
False

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...

Green Meadow Time
Sparkle Time
Game Time

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...

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

33: A second-grader 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

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?

Crafts
Bringing visitors
Bible Drills

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?

Two
Three
Four

46: How many Sunday School attendance awards may a Sparkie earn in a calendar year?

Two
Three
Four

47: How many blue jewels may a Sparkie earn during one club year?

Two
Three
Four

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?

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