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Rh boy can learn the motto, "Be Prepared." And he can learn the Scout law that he promises to obey when he becomes a Scout.

1. A Scout Is Trustworthy

A Scout’s honor is to be trusted. If he were to violate his honor by telling a lie, or by cheating, or by not doing exactly a given task, when trusted on his honor, he may be directed to hand over his badge.

2. A Scout Is Loyal

He is loyal to all to whom loyally is due: his Scout leader, his home, and parents and country.

3. A Scout Is Helpful

He must be prepared at any time to save life, help injured persons, and share the home duties. He must ''do at least one good turn to somebody every day.''

4. A Scout Is Friendly

He is a friend to all and a brother to every other Scout.

5. A Scout Is Courteous

He is polite to all, especially to women, children, old people, and the weak and helpless. He must not take pay for being helpful or courteous.

6. A Scout Is Kind

He is a friend to animals. He will not kill nor