Who Wants To Be A Lion? -An Orientation Program- By: Marv Goodyk, PDG

Help Options / Life Lines 1. Ask a friend 2. Poll the audience 3. 50/50 If you miss the question, someone else may be selected to finish the game for you. The object is to complete the game.

Begin Game 1

Place In Order Place these geographical areas in order from the earliest to the most recent, indicating when the first Lions club was formed. –Australia –Canada –Europe –Japan –Panama –USA

Answer: USA – 1917 Canada – 1920 (Windsor, Ont.) Panama – 1935 (First in Central America) Australia – 1947 Europe – 1948 Japan

For 100 Points

Lions Clubs International began in what city? A. Evansville, Indiana B. Chicago, Illinois C. Dallas, Texas D. Windsor, Ontario, Canada

Answer: Lions Clubs began in Chicago, Illinois.

For 200 Points

The first organizational meeting was held on June 7 of what year? A B C D. 1925

Answer: The first organizational meeting was held in Chicago, Illinois on June 7, 1917.

For 300 Points

Lions Clubs International began as the dream of : A. Dr. W.P. Woods B. Warren Coleman C. Helen Keller D. Melvin Jones

Answer: Lions Clubs International began as a dream of Melvin Jones, a Chicago insurance man who believed that local business clubs should expand their horizons from purely professional concerns to the betterment of their communities and the world at large.

For 500 Points

The first national convention was held in what city? A. Evansville, Indiana B. Chicago, Illinois C. Dallas, Texas D. Windsor, Ontario, Canada

Answer: The first National Convention of Lions Clubs was held in Dallas, Texas in October of 1917 with 36 delegates representing 22 clubs from 9 states.

For 1000 Points

The organization’s first President elected in Dallas was: A. Dr. W.P. Woods B. Warren Coleman C. Helen Keller D. Melvin Jones

Answer: Dr. W.P. Woods of Evansville, Indiana was elected as the first president. Melvin Jones was named the acting secretary.

For 2000 points

The Lions Clubs International motto is: A. Knights of the Blind B. We Serve C. Liberty, Intelligence, Our Nation’s Safety D. We Serve Too

Answer: The Lions motto is “We Serve”. It was adopted at the 1954 International Convention after being selected from over 6000 suggestions submitted by members from around the world.

For 4000 points

In 1925, Helen Keller addressed the Lions International convention and challenged the Lions to become: A. Crusaders for the blind B. Knights for the deaf C. Knights of the blind D. Crusaders against deafness

Answer: Helen Keller addressed the Lions at the International Convention in 1925 challenging the Lions to become “knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness”.

For 8,000 points

The 1925 convention, when Helen Keller challenged the Lions was held in what city? A. Chicago, Illinois B. Windsor, Ontario, Canada C. Dallas, Texas D. Cedar Point, Ohio

Answer: Helen Keller addressed the Lions at the International Convention in 1925 held in Cedar Point, Ohio, challenging the Lions to become “knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness”.

For 16,000 points

Lions Clubs international officially admitted Women as members in: A B C D. 1988

Answer: Even though women were not officially excluded at the very beginning, Lions Clubs International became the first service club to admit women as members in 1987.

For 32,000 points

The first International club was formed in what country? A. Cuba B. Canada C. China D. Mexico

Answer: Lions clubs became International in 1920 when the first club was established in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Clubs were later organized in Mexico, China and Cuba.

For 64,000 points

The official Lions Club International Web Site is: A. B. C. D.

Answer: The official web site of Lions Clubs International is

For 125,000 points

The official colors of Lions Clubs International are: A. Purple and Gold B. Blue and Gold C. Green and White D. Red, White & Blue

Answer: The official colors of Lions Clubs International are Purple and Gold. Purple represents loyalty to country, friends, to one’s self and to the integrity of mind and heart. It is the color of strength, courage and dedication to a cause. Gold symbolizes sincerity of purpose, liberality in judgement, purity in life and generosity in mind, heart and commitment to mankind. Dark blue is often used in the place of purple.

For 250,000 points

The Lions clubs International Headquarters is located in what city? A. Dallas, Texas B. Ames, Iowa C. Chicago, Illinois D. Oak Brook, Illinois

Answer: The Lions Club International Headquarters is located at 300 W. 22 nd Street in Oak Brook, Illinois.

For 500,000 points

The International Board of Directors consists of how many directors? A. 16 B. 32 C. 33 D. 35

Answer: Since the 1997 International Convention, the officers of the International Association of Lions Clubs include the President, Immediate Past- President, First Vice- President, Second Vice-President and 33 Directors representing various areas of the world. Each director serves a 2 year term with approximately ½ elected each year.

For 1,000,000 points and the game

The official publication of Lions Clubs International which is mailed to all members is: A. Who’s Who B. The Lion C. The Iowa Lion D. The Lions Quest

Answer The official magazine of Lions Clubs International is The Lion. It was established in November It is currently published in 20 different languages. (English, Chinese, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Flemish-French, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Thai and Turkish)

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Begin Game 2

Place in order from the most recent to the earliest, the last 5 International Directors from MD9 or Iowa.

Answer: Del Brown Gary Fry Donald McGee Norman Dean G.E. “Bud” Klise

For 100 Points

The Lions Clubs International slogan is: A. Liberty, Industry, Our Nation’s Safety B. Liberty, Intelligence, Our Nation’s Safety C. Liberty, Intelligence, Our Nation’s Security D. Liberty, Intelligence, Our Neighbor’s Safety

Answer: Liberty, Intelligence, Our Nation’s Safety is the slogan that was adopted at the 1919 National Convention.

For 200 Points

Most clubs are part of a district which is usually comprised of at least: A. 30 clubs B. 35 clubs C. 40 clubs D. 45 clubs

Answer: Most Lions clubs are part of a district which is usually comprised of at least 35 clubs.

For 300 Points

The chief administrative officer for the district is: A. The District Leader B. The District Chairman C. The District Governor D. The District President

Answer: The District Governor serves as the chief administrative officer for the district. He or she is elected to a one year term at the district convention and takes office at the close of the International Convention.

For 500 Points

A district must consist of at least: A members B members C members D members

Answer: A district must consist of at least 1250 members. If its membership falls below that level, the district is considered to be a “transitional” district. A transitional district will have an appointed District Governor rather than elected and the travel expenses to the International Convention do not include the spouse.

For 1000 Points

An optional position on the District Cabinet, whose duties would include supervising two or more zones is: A. Region Chairman B. Vice District Governor C. Cabinet Secretary D. Zone Chairman

Answer: The Region Chair is an optional position. They are usually appointed by the District Governor, however in some districts they are elected. The duties of the Region Chair include supervising the Zone Chairs in the region, supervising district committees as assigned, organizing new clubs and strengthening weak clubs.

For 2000 points

Which of the following does not need to have its own By-laws and Constitution? A. Multiple District B. Zone C. District D. Club

Answer: The Zone does not have a Constitution and By-laws. However, every club, district and multiple district should have a constitution and by-laws to govern their respective activities. These constitutions and by-laws may not conflict with the International constitution and by-laws.

For 4000 points

The custodian of club property and the sergeant-at-arms of club meetings is the: A. Tail Twister B. Immediate Past President C. Club Secretary D. Lion Tamer

Answer: The Lion Tamer serves as the custodian of club property. Duties include being responsible for club property such as (flags, banners, gavel, etc.) serving as a sergeant- at-arms during club meetings and distributing materials at the meetings.

For 8,000 points

The Charitable Arm of Lions Clubs International is: A. LEO B. LCIF C. Iowa Lions Foundation D. LCI

Answer: Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) is the charitable arm of Lions Clubs International. It was chartered in 1968 to support the efforts of Lions clubs around the world in serving their local communities and the world community through humanitarian service, major disaster relief and vocational assistance programs.

For 16,000 points

The aggressive global initiative that mobilizes Lions resources at all levels, responding to world-wide needs for prevention of blindness is: A. Lions Quest B. Leo C. Youth Outreach D. Sight First

Answer: Sight First is the aggressive global initiative that mobilizes Lions resources at all levels, responding to world-wide needs for prevention of blindness. Sight First grants support projects in both developing and developed countries. It has provided over 1 million cataract surgeries, started eye health programs, built hospitals and trained personnel.

For 32,000 points

An activity that is sponsored by a Lions club to provide young men and women with an opportunity to service is: A. Lions Quest B. Leo C. Sight First D. LCIF

Answer: A Leo Club is an activity that is sponsored by a Lions club to provide young men and women with an opportunity to service. Leo clubs can be either school affiliated or community based.

For 64,000 points

A youth outreach program that emphasizes drug awareness prevention through education is: A. Lions Quest B. Leo C. LCIF D. International Youth Exchange

Answer: The Lions Quest Skills for Growing (K-5), Skills for Adolescence (6-8) and Skills for Action (high school) teach youth how to make healthy decisions and say “no” to drug abuse and other negative behaviors. All three also include community service and violence prevention/conflict resolution components.

For 125,000 points

How many International Vice- Presidents are there? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4

Answer: There are two (2) International Vice Presidents. The Second Vice President is elected at the International Convention and then advances to First Vice President the following year. The year after, they are elected as International President.

For 250,000 points

Which of the following is not a LCIF grant? A. Core 4 B. Melvin Jones Fellowship C. Emergency Grant D. Major International Service Program

Answer: The Melvin Jones Fellowship is not a LCIF grant.

For 500,000 points

The highest form of recognition for LCIF donors is: A. Warren Coleman Award B. Ralph Whitten Award C. Bud Klise Award D. Melvin Jones Fellowship

Answer: The highest form of recognition for LCIF donors is the Melvin Jones Fellowship. The other three are all awards used in MD9 (Iowa). The Warren Coleman Award is associated with donations to the Iowa Lions Foundation. The Bud Klise Award is awarded annually to the one Iowa Lion who displays exemplary leadership and the Ralph Whitten Award is awarded annually to the one Iowa Lion who displayes exemplary service.

For 1,000,000 points and the game

The newest LCIF grant program is the Core 4 which provides up to ___?___ US dollars for high impact Lions service projects. A. 100,000 B. 200,000 C. 250,000 D. 1,000,000

Answer: The newest LCIF grant program is the Core 4 which provides up to 200,000 US dollars for high impact Lions Service projects. The Core 4 grant addresses the larger humanitarian needs in communities where Lions serve. They are limited to preserving eye sight, combating disabilities, promoting health, and serving youth.

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Begin Game 3

Name the programs that are supported through the Iowa Lions Foundation.

Answer: Coming to Your Senses Lions Eye Bank Glaucoma & Diabetes Screening Iowa Department for the Blind Education for the Blind Iowa Lions Hearing Aid Bank Iowa School for the Deaf Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School Leader Dogs for the Blind Camp Courageous Cochlear Implant Center

For 100 Points

The Lions of Iowa make up what is known as __________ A. MD9-X B. IA-9 C. MD9 D. LCI-9

Answer: The Lions of Iowa make up what is known as MD9 which represents the 9th Multiple District of Lions Clubs International.

For 200 Points

The first Lions Club in Iowa was located in ___________. A. Iowa City B. Sioux City C. Ames D. Davenport

Answer: The first Lions Club in Iowa was chartered in Sioux City on June 6, 1918 however this club was cancelled in 1920.

For 300 Points

Which is the oldest active club in Iowa? A. Sioux City Evening Lions Club B. Des Moines South Lions Club C. Davenport Host Lions Club D. Des Moines Host Lions Club

Answer: The oldest active club in Iowa is the Des Moines Host Lions club which was chartered in 1920.

For 500 Points

Who was the only International President from Iowa? A. William A. Westfall B. Harry A. Newman C. Ralph Whitten D. Dr. W.P. Woods

Answer: William A. Westfall from Mason City, Iowa served as the tenth International President. His term was in

For 1000 Points

The Iowa Lions State Office building is located in: A. Iowa City B. Des Moines C. Marshalltown D. Ames

Answer: The Iowa Lions State Office building is located at 2300 South Duff in Ames, Iowa.

For 2000 points

Where is the Iowa Lions Youth Camp located? A. Ames B. Des Moines C. Madrid D. Monticello

Answer: The Iowa Lions Youth camp for the foreign exchange students is held at the camp ground near Madrid, Iowa each summer.

For 4000 points

The first few years of Lion State Conventions in Iowa were shared with the Lions of: A. Illinois B. Nebraska C. Missouri D. Minnesota

Answer: The first few years of Lion State Conventions in Iowa were shared with the Lions of Nebraska. By 1928 the two states had separated.

For 8,000 points

The Charitable Arm of the Iowa Lions Clubs is: A. LEO B. LCIF C. Iowa Lions Foundation D. LCI

Answer: The Iowa Lions Foundation is the charitable arm of Lions Clubs of Iowa. It has been called by a few other names in the past such as ILSCF (Iowa Lions Sight Conservation Foundation) and the ILSHF (Iowa Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation). It is now called the Iowa Lions Foundation and may not be referred to as the ILF.

For 16,000 points

The Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School is located in ___________. A. Council Bluffs B. Des Moines C. Vinton D. Iowa City

Answer: The Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School is located in Vinton. The Iowa Lions Foundation supports the school as well as assisting with Low Vision Clinics across the state. The Iowa Lions also furnished an all- weather track for the school.

For 32,000 points

The Iowa School for the Deaf is located in ______________. A. Council Bluffs B. Ames C. Iowa City D. Des Moines

Answer: The Iowa School for the Deaf was established in 1855 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The Iowa Lions Foundation contributes yearly to a special project for parents of young hearing impaired children at the school.

For 64,000 points

On September 13, 1955, the _____ became an established institution at the University Hospitals in Iowa City for the purpose of providing donated tissue. A. Cochlear Implant Center B. Low Vision Clinic C. Iowa Lions Eye Bank D. Coming to your Senses

Answer: First presented in 1951, the Iowa Lions Eye Bank became a reality in 1955 after legislation made it possible for a person to donate all or parts of his or her body to a medical school or to an eye bank.

For 125,000 points

Mobile health screening has been provided by the Iowa Lions since: A B C D. 1988

Answer: Since August of 1965, Iowa Lions have provided mobile health screening to the residents of Iowa to provide early detection of glaucoma and diabetes. Since July of 1988, qualified Optometrists volunteer to do the glaucoma screening.

For 250,000 points

Since 1981 the Lions of Iowa have supported the _________ program at the University of Iowa to assist people with profound deafness. A. Hearing Aid Bank B. Corneal Implant C. Cochlear Implant D. Coming to your Senses

Answer: Since 1981 the Lions of Iowa have supported the Cochlear Implant program at the University of Iowa to assist people with profound deafness. This cochlear implant center is world renowned and is serving people from the age of 2 years old to 76 years of age.

For 500,000 points

The form of recognition for Iowa Lions Foundation donors is: A. Warren Coleman Award B. Ralph Whitten Award C. Bud Klise Award D. Melvin Jones Fellowship

Answer: The Warren Coleman Award is associated with donations to the Iowa Lions Foundation.

For 1,000,000 points and the game

The University of Iowa and the Iowa Lions Foundation are in partnership in screening small children throughout the state in the ____ program. A. Glaucoma & Diabetes Screening B. Coming to Your Senses C. Vision for the Children D. Low Vision Clinics

Answer: The University of Iowa, in partnership with the Iowa Lions Foundation and communities throughout Iowa are initiating a program called Coming To Your Senses to objectively screen infants and children between 6 months and 4 years of age for loss of sight and hearing. Early detection and treatment can prevent permanent and debilitating loss.

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