DELTA ACHIEVEMENT TEST

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

A Service Sorority
NATIONAL DELTA ACHIEVEMENT TEST
REVISED 2021 EDITION
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. A Service Sorority Grand Chapter
NATIONAL DELTA ACHIEVEMENT TEST
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SECTION 1
PHILOSOPHY/IDEALS/PRINCIPLES
1. What is the sorority’s Most Sacred Trust?
2. What convention was Grand Chapter created?
3. What are the five (5) components of the Minerva Circle of Identity?
4. Name the Nine Jewels.
5. Delta Sigma Theta was incorporated in what year?
6. The Jewel Courtesy is dedicated to what group?
7. Which Honorary Member wrote the Delta Oath?
8. At what convention was the Delta Hymn adopted?
9. What is the meaning of the Jewel Dedication?
10. Who designed the Sorority Crest?
11. On what university campus was Delta Sigma Theta Sorority founded?
12. Name the writers of the Delta National Hymn.
13. What were the first two graduate (now called alumnae) chapters authorized by Delta Sigma Theta?
14. Write the mission statement of the sorority.
15. This Jewel is dedicated to the deceased Sorors of Delta Sigma Theta
16. How many principles provide the overall framework for all of the initiation activities?
17. Name one of the first three (3) Honorary members initiated into Delta Sigma Theta?
18. In what year was Mary McLeod Bethune initiated?
19. The Jewels representing the Nine Cardinal Virtues are located on which Greek letter on the Delta Pin?
20. Complete the following:
I will never belittle
and will try to persuade others to take the
. I will not shrink from undertaking what
of any kind confront me; but striving to preserve
barring bitterness from my heart,
21. This Honorary Member is a Special Correspondent for CNN
SECTION 2
FOUNDERS
On the line to the right of each item, write the letter from Column A that matches the Founder described. Each letter will be used only once.
Column A
A. Osceola McCarthy Adams L. Jimmie Bugg Middleton

B. Marguerite Young Alexander M. Pauline Orberdorfer Minor

C. Winona Cargile Alexander N. Vashti Turley Murphy

D. Ethel Cuff Black O. Naomi Sewell Richardson

E. Bertha Pitts Campbell P. Mamie Reddy Rose

F. Zephyr Chisom Carter Q. Eliza Pearl Shippen

G. Edna Brown Coleman R. Florence Letcher Toms

H. Jessie McGuire Dent S. Ethel Carr Watson

I. Frederica Chase Dodd T. Wertie Blackwell Weaver

J. Myra Davis Hemmings U. Madree Penn White

K. Olive Claire Jones V. Edith Motte Young

Directions: On the line to the right of each item in Column B, write the letter from Column A that matches the Founder described. Each letter will be used only once.
Column B
1. Became a music teacher in the Washington, D. C. school system
2. The only Founder to receive a doctorate degree
3. Taught at Claflin College in Orangeburg, S.C.
4. First Sergeant-at-Arms of the Alpha Chapter; charter member of the Dallas Alumnae Chapter
5. First Custodian (Historian) of the Alpha Chapter; was the first Black social worker with New York City and county charities.
6. Presented First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt to parents at the John Wesley AME Zion Church in 1945; had interactions with multiple US Presidents including William H. Taft and John F. Kennedy.
7. Gifted singer and actress who harnessed her vocal powers and sang for TV shows
8. The first Vice President of Alpha Chapter; first Black teacher in Richmond County, NY; charter member of the Queens Alumnae Chapter.
9. Was from a small town in Beta, South Carolina
10. Excellent musician and graduated as Valedictorian of the Teachers College.
11. Helped lobby Delta Sigma Theta to participate in the March for Women's Suffrage
12. Designed the ceremony for inducting Honorary Members.
13. Last surviving Founder in 1993; the first Black graduate of Washingtonville High School; married a member of Alpha Phi Alpha.
14. Born in Illinois; constant supporter of Alpha Chapter.
15. Born in Winfield, Kansas, and participated in the March on Washington in 1913 and 1981
16. President and valedictorian of her graduating class; married a Founder of Omega Psi Phi
17. Teacher for more than 30 years then began a career in dramatics.
18. First Corresponding Secretary of Alpha chapter, instrumental in integrating the Galveston Public School System.
19. Author of the novel "The Valley of the Poor" about poor Blacks in the South.
20. Served as Directress of the Harlem School of the Arts
21. First President of the Alpha Chapter, was an active member of the NAACP and the National Council of Negro Women.
22. Graduated from the first public high school for Blacks in the U. S. known as Dunbar H. S. in Washington, D. C.
SECTION 3
ADMINISTRATION/LEADERSHIP NATIONAL PRESIDENTS
Column A
A. Sadie T.M. Alexander M. Dorothy Pennman Harrison

B. H. Elsie Austin N. Dorothy Irene Height

C. Mona H. Bailey O. Anna Johnson Julian

D. Dorothy Pelham Beckley P. Jeanette Triplett Jones

E. Lillian Pierce Benbow Q. Yvonne Kennedy

F. Gwedolyn E. Boyd R. Vivian Osborne Marsh

G. Cynthia M.A. Butler- McIntyre S. Jeanne L. Noble

H. Ethel Lamay Calimese T. Louise A. Rice

I. Hortense G. Canady U. Bertha M. Roddey

J. Dr. Thelma T. Daley V. Gladys Byram Shepherd

K. Frankie Muse Freeman W. Mae Wright Peck Williams

L. Marcia L. Fudge X. Geraldine Pittman Woods

DIRECTIONS: On the line to the right of each question, write the letter from above that best matches with the National President described. Each letter will be used at least once; some may be used more than once.
1. First Doctrine published and Leadership Academy established
2. Special emphasis on Reclamation and Retention
3. Delegates voted to hold National Convention every two years
4. The National Pan-Hellenic Council was formed
5. Formed partnership with Habitat for Humanity to build 22 homes
6. Appointed to serve on several commissions by Presidents Kennedy, Johnson and Nixon
7. DREF granted non-governmental status at the United Nations
8. The “SEE” Program was implemented
9. Omega Omega was established as a Memorial Chapter
10. National Boards were created as part of the organizational structure
11. Theme was “Every Delta in the House”
12. Delta Academy II – Gems established
13. “Fortitude” commissioned and presented to Howard University as a tribute to the Founders
14. President when the 1stNational Convention was held
15. Emphasis was on education; focus was on voting and equal rights for women, employment practices and purchases of war bonds and ambulances
16. National Headquarters was established
17. An educator from Louisiana, regarded as “A Leader with a Servant’s Heart”
18. Graduate Chapters were authorized
19. The National Commission on Arts & Letters was established
20. Five Point Projects (now Five Point Programmatic Thrusts) established
21. The mortgage of Delta’s first Headquarters building was burned
22. Appointed to the Civil Rights Commission by President Lyndon B. Johnson
23. First Executive Director hired
24. Regional Conferences approved
25. Teen Lift Program was established
26. On-line registration implemented for Regional Conference and National
27. Office of 2nd National Vice President created
28. Delta became actively involved in the civil rights movement
29. Capital Funds Campaign implemented
30. Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy started
SECTION 4
ADMINISTRATION/LEADERSHIP
1. Who currently serves in the following positions?
National President
National First Vice-President
National Second Vice-President
National Secretary
National Treasurer
2. What National Officers are appointed for National Convention only?
A.
B.
C.
3. Name three (3) of the current National Committees:
A.
B.
C.
4. Name the Executive Director of National Headquarters:
5. List the seven (7) regions of the Sorority
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
6. Name the location of three (3) of the International Chapters of the Sorority:
A.
B.
C.
7. Which region is the chapter that you are seeking membership located?
8. Name the current Regional Director and Regional Representative of the region you named in #7:
Regional Director
Regional Representative
SECTION 5
PUBLIC SERVICE PROGRAMS OF DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY
Directions: Complete each of the following with the correct word or phrase

List two programs for each of the five points of the Five Point Programmatic Thrusts - any two of the listed programs constitute a correct response if listed correctly for the program thrust.
1. Economic Development
2. Educational Development
3. International Awareness and Involvement
4. Physical and Mental Health
5. Political Awareness & Involvement
List one local chapter program for each of the Five Points of the Sorority’s Public Service Program:
6. Economic Development
7. Educational Development
8. International Awareness & Involvement
9. Physical & Mental Health
10. Political Awareness and Involvement
SECTION 6
AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Directions: Match the award/scholarship in column A with the item/items that best describe the award/scholarship. May use items in column A more than once.

Match the award or scholarship in column A with item or items that describe it in column B
Column A
A. Mary Church Terrell Award F. Althea T.L. Simmons Award

B. Distinguished Professor Endowed Chair G. Keeper of the Flame Award

C. Osceola Award H. Minerva Award for Academic Excellence

D. Lillian Award I. Clara M. Hale Humanitarian Award

E. Patricia Roberts Harris Award J. Sadie T.M. Alexander Award
1. A bronze statue of a Black woman - arms are broken
2. Social Action Award
3. Honors work in the field of Civil Rights
4. Supports and sustains commitment to HBCUs
5. Tribute to the Arts & Artists
6. Outstanding contributions to African American Heritage
7. Collegiate Chapter with highest GPA
8. Honorary Member established home for unwanted babies
9. Given for Outstanding Government Service
10. Honors achievement in field of communication
SECTION 7
PROTOCOL AND TRADITIONS
Delta’s symbol, insignia, colors, and regalia are described below. From the description, write the name of each in the space provided.
1. Commissioned by the Sorority and unveiled at Howard University in 1979.
2. Embodied in the virtues of the nine Jewels and the Delta Oath
3. Designed by Soror Madree Penn White and comprised of three Greek letters, ∆ (Delta), Σ (Sigma), Θ (Theta).
4. Created in recognition for contributions of $1000+ for DREF. Can be worn as a pendant.
5. Symbolizes the public motto and is represented by the red candle used during ritualistic ceremonies.
6. Designed by Epsilon Chapter, the Ohio State University and adopted in 1920 at the second National Convention.
7. The Goddess Minerva, the Goddess of Wisdom.
8. "Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom"
9. "Scholarship, fellowship, service and a desire to attain all that would ennoble".
10. Below you will find the rap order for Delta meetings and ceremonies. Match the rap order in the Column A with the directions in Column B.
Column A
A. One Rap

B. Two Raps

C. Three Raps
Column B
Be seated
Please Stand
Attention
Affirm the Sacred Vow
End of the Ceremony
Affirm the Sacred Trust
PYRAMIDS STOP HERE!
DAT SCORING TALLY SHEET
The passing score for each section is indicated in the second column. If a Pyramid does not get an overall score of 77 points, she must be retested on the section(s) that a passing score was not achieved. If a retest is required, check the box for each applicable section, and score that section(s) only.
NAME
Section 1 /21 (Required to pass 14)
Retest - Section 1 Date
/21
Section 2 /22 (Required to pass 15)
Retest - Section 2 Date
/22
Section 3 /30 (Required to pass 21)
Retest - Section 3 Date
/30
Section 4 /8 (Required to pass 6)
Retest - Section 4 Date
/8
Section 5 /10 (Required to pass 7)
Retest - Section 5 Date
/10
Section 6 /10 (Required to pass 7)
Retest - Section 6 Date
/10
Section 7 /10 (Required to pass 7)
Retest - Section 7 Date
/10
Total Score
/111 (Needed to Pass) 77
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DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

NATIONAL DELTA ACHIEVEMENT TEST

REVISED 2021 EDITION

NATIONAL DELTA ACHIEVEMENT TEST

SECTION 1

PHILOSOPHY/IDEALS/PRINCIPLES

SECTION 2

FOUNDERS

Column A

Column B

SECTION 3

ADMINISTRATION/LEADERSHIP NATIONAL PRESIDENTS

Column A

SECTION 4

ADMINISTRATION/LEADERSHIP

SECTION 5

PUBLIC SERVICE PROGRAMS OF DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY

SECTION 6

AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Column A

SECTION 7

PROTOCOL AND TRADITIONS

Column A

Column B

PYRAMIDS STOP HERE!

DAT SCORING TALLY SHEET

/111 (Needed to Pass) 77

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