Revised 2015

The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge

of

Free and Accepted Masons of Florida

MASTER MASON EXAMINATIONS

I, II AND III

Masonic Education Committee

DO NOT WRITE IN THIS BOOK Please use the worksheet (Answer Sheet) for the appropriate exam, either I, II, or III. Master Mason Exam Worksheets are available upon request from your Lodge Secretary or the Grand Secretary’s Office and are also available on the Grand Lodge Website http://grandlodgefl.com/mm_exams.html When you have finished with an exam, please return your answer sheet to either your Zone or District Chairman for Masonic Education for grading.

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MASTER MASON EXAMINATION I DIRECTIONS: The Master Mason Examinations are open book type exams designed to give any Master Mason the opportunity to increase his knowledge of some of the Ancient Tenets, Rules and Regulations of Masonry. They contain a mixture of multiple choice, True or False, or essay questions which should be answered by blackening the block beside the letter of your choice, or written answer on the answer sheet - Please Do Not write on the exam materials or test booklet itself. Note to the Worshipful Master: If you have not already taken the examinations, it is suggested that you do so. Worshipful Masters may administer all three Master Mason Examinations, but the results must be graded by the District Chairman of the Masonic Education Committee. Completed examinations should be sent to the District Chairman as soon as possible for grading in order for the Brethren to receive their certificates in a timely manner.

Sample question - "Which officer is responsible for the refreshments provided the Lodge during the year?"

Answers - a. W.M. b. S.D. c. S.W. d. J.W.

The correct answer is d. If this were a question on your answer sheet you would blacken the block beside d. ************************************************************************************************************* 1. Can a Lodge accept a man who is maimed? (31.01, 31.04)

a. Yes, after fact finding Committee reports, secret written ballot is taken and the W.M. and Secretary request the Grand Master to approve and approval is received

b. Upon application to the District Deputy c. Yes, if an artificial substitute will enable him to conform to what is required of him

in the several degrees and approved by the Grand Master d. Provided it is not Grand Larceny

2. How should a Lodge treat the petition of a man standing under the conviction of a

felony? (31.03) a. Consult the District Deputy b. Reject it, unless full civil rights have been restored c. Consult the Grand Master d. Depends on the report of the Petitions Committee

3. If the Master issues a Called Communication for the purpose of putting on a Fellow Craft

Degree, must he open the Lodge in the Master Mason Degree? (25.16, 38.25) a. Yes b. No

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4. A Lodge can ballot on a petition....(20.05, 33.10) a. When the Petition Committee has finished its work and reported to the Lodge b. In a Called Communication c. At the will of the Master d. At the will and pleasure of the Master, after the investigating committee has

reported 5. A Canadian citizen applied for admission to the Lodge. Can he be accepted? (See

ruling below 31.03) a. Yes b. No

6. Can the Lodge receive the petition of a man who is under 18? (31.06)

a. Yes b. No 7. Who must determine whether an old man is in his dotage? (31.06, R&D)

a. The Junior Warden must decide b. The D.D.G.M. must decide c. It is up to the Lodge to decide d. The Grand Master must decide

8. A man just moved to the State and wishes to apply for the three Degrees in

Freemasonry. (31.08) a. He must have lived in the State for 12 months b. The Lodge receives his petition without delay c. He has to have lived in the State for 6 months d. He can be initiated at once if the report of the Investigating Committee is clear

9. What reason does the Digest state for not receiving the petition of a Communist? (31.17)

a. Because he is anti-American b. Because he has no religious faith in the Deity c. Because he might be arrested d. Because we are forbidden to receive his petition

10. The Lodge votes collectively on five petitions. There is one black cube cast when the

ballot is spread (35.08) a. The ballot is again spread on the 5 petitions b. The petitions are rejected c. The petitions are returned to the Investigating Committee for further examination d. The ballot is spread on each petition separately

11. A petitioner presents himself for initiation after 6 months from the time that his petition

was approved by the Lodge. (35.10) a. He is rejected b. He must submit a new petition c. He can be reinstated by a "show of hands" d. The Lodge shall cause investigation of the petitioner and shall again spread the

ballot

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12. When balloting on a single petition a black cube appears on the first ballot and the ballot is spread again. What happens if two black cubes appear on the ballot or a black cube appears on the 2nd ballot? (Sec. 35 Const.) a. The Master announces the results and again asks the members to vote b. The Secretary again reads the petition and asks the members to vote c. The ballot is final and the petitioner is rejected d. The vote is suspended until the next Stated Communication

13. What should be done if an E.A. fails to qualify himself for advancement to the next

degree within six months? (37.02) a. He is dropped from the Lodge b. The Lodge shall cause investigation of the petitioner and shall again spread the

ballot c. He is given a second six months in order to qualify d. A report is sent to the District Deputy for his decision

14. A report is given to the Worshipful Master that an E.A. is guilty of moral turpitude.

(37.07) a. The Brother is brought to trial at once b. He must submit a new petition to the Lodge c. The Worshipful Master arrests progress until an investigation is made d. He is allowed to continue until an investigation is carried out

15. How should the Lodge determine whether a Brother has rendered a satisfactory

catechism examination? (37.15) a. The vote must be unanimous b. Majority vote governs c. The Master determines if the examination is satisfactory d. A ball ballot should be spread

16. Name an Ancient Landmark of Freemasonry. (Art. XIII, Constitution)

a. A belief in God b. The Temple in Jerusalem c. Membership in a Church d. Proficiency in the Work

17. How long is a proficiency card in force (excluding the Brown and Gold Cards)? (37.16

(g)) a. No time limit b. One year c. Three years d. Ten years

18. What does a silver card issued by the Committee on Work mean? (37.16 (h))

a. The Brother is a Master Mason b. He is proficient in the E.A. Degree c. He has passed his E.A. catechism d. He is proficient in the catechism of all three degrees

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19. What is the maximum number that the Worshipful Master can appoint to the Petitions

Committee? (33.08) a. Three b. Ten c. Nine d. Seven

20. A Florida Lodge can meet and work on Sunday to: (25.19)

a. For very urgent charity b. To attend religious services c. To conduct a Masonic funeral d. Any of the above

21. Must the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States be given each time that

the Lodge is opened? (25.25) a. Yes b. No

22. Is it proper for an individual Brother in the Lodge to make a motion to adjourn? (25.26)

a. Yes b. No 23. Must a Brother who has not paid his dues to the Lodge be automatically dropped?

(27.08) a. Yes b. No

24. Which number is not permitted in the name of any Lodge? (16.01)

a. 13 b. 10 c. 8 d. 200 25. How many Stated Communications must a Lodge have monthly unless it is dark? (Art.

X, Sect. 3, Constitution) a. One b. Two c. Whenever a degree is given d. As set by the Grand Master

26. Under what circumstances may a Master Mason visit another Lodge? (40.01, 40.02)

a. He may visit any Lodge within the State b. Only with the consent of the Lodge that he wishes to visit c. Provided he has a dues card from his own Lodge d. By getting permission of the District Deputy

27. It is the inherent right of any Master Mason to request a demit when his dues are current

and no un-Masonic charges are pending against him. (41.01) a. True b. False

28. How many Master Masons must sign a petition for Dispensation for a new Lodge?

(42.01) a. Ten b. Fifty c. Five d. Twenty

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29. Which Officer below may be a member of another Lodge? (19.02) a. Tyler b. Chaplain c. Senior Deacon d. Junior Steward

30. Which Officer has the right to nominate the Junior Deacon? (19.05)

a. Worshipful Master b. Junior Warden c. Senior Warden d. The Junior Past Master

31. Does an officer who has been re-elected for the same office have to be installed a

second time? (19.06) a. Yes b. No

32. The election of Officers shall be by: (Art. X, Sec. 2, R & D, page 61 of the Constitution)

a. Show of hands b. Acclamation c. Secret written ballot d. Edict of the Grand Master

33. Which Officer below is not entitled to Grand Honors? (5.04, 38.12)

a. A newly installed Worshipful Master b. The Senior Grand Warden c. The Deputy Grand Master d. A District Deputy not within his own District

34. What should the Lodge do if the Junior Warden moves from the State permanently?

(19.20, 19.21) a. The Worshipful Master immediately calls for a new election b. The Lodge holds a new election c. The Lodge requests a dispensation from the Grand Master and then holds a new

election d. The Senior Deacon moves up to fill the office

35. What should the Worshipful Master do if a Brother becomes disorderly in the Lodge?

(20.07) a. Expel him b. Censure him before the Lodge c. Instantly cease Labor d. Bring him to trial

36. Who presides in the absence of the Worshipful Master? (20.13)

a. The Junior Past Master b. The District Deputy c. The Junior Warden d. The Senior Warden

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37. What determines the sufficiency of an avouchment? (40.10, 40.11) a. A committee of the Lodge b. At least one Brother present c. A dues card d. The Worshipful Master

38. How are charges of unmasonic conduct brought into the Lodge? (44.25, 44.26)

a. Given verbally at a Stated Communication b. Filed with the Secretary of the Lodge in writing c. Submitted first to the District Deputy d. Filed first with the Grand Master

39. During a trial, how is the jury chosen? (44.46)

a. By the Worshipful Master b. Composed of the three Elected Officers c. The Lodge is the jury d. By the District Deputy Grand Master

40. How should the voting be conducted during a trial? (44.51)

a. By a show of hands b. By a ball ballot c. By majority voice vote d. By a secret written ballot

41. A Blue Lodge serves cocktails at a function to raise money for a worthy cause.

(28.06, 44.05) a. Permitted if for charity b. Permitted with permission of the Worshipful Master c. Not allowed d. Permitted if by unanimous consent of the Lodge

42. Who is Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Masonic Home of Florida? (See

Constitutional provisions, Chap. 48) a. Appointment by the Grand Master b. The Grand Master c. The Administrator of the Masonic Home d. Elected from the Board itself

43. We recognize ( ) Landmarks in Freemasonry. (Art. XIII, Sec. 2, Const.)

a. Three b. Seven c. One d. Ten 44. When there is a consolidation of Lodges: (16.03(d), 17.01 New Charters, Ref.)

a. The consolidated Lodge retains the name of the oldest Lodge b. A new name may be given and a new Charter issued c. The Lodge names combine and both Charters are recognized d. The Worshipful Master of the oldest Lodge decides which Charter is used

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45. A Master Mason moves out of the State. Which Lodge has jurisdiction over him? (24, 2.02) a. The Lodge nearest to his new residence b. His home Lodge where he used to reside c. The Grand Lodge of Florida d. He is considered an unaffiliated Mason

46. Which one of the following does not have the right to vote in a Lodge? (35.07)

a. Chaplain b. Junior Deacon c. Marshal d. Visitor

47. A man has been rejected by one Lodge within a jurisdiction. Another Lodge within the

same jurisdiction... (36.02) a. May at once accept his petition without any delay b. May award him the first degree c. May accept his petition after 90 days d. May accept his petition after six months

48. A man has received the E.A. Degree. To advance to the Fellow Craft Degree......

(33.01, 37.06) a. He must wait at least until the same Communication the following month b. He must wait 60 days c. He must wait three months d. He must wait six months

49. When can the Worshipful Master spread the ballot on a petition? (33.10 R&D, 35.01,

35.10) a. At a Called Communication b. When first brought into the Lodge c. At a regular Stated Communication after the Investigating Committee has

reported d. When the Petitions Committee has completed its work and given its report

50. Can a member of a Lodge in Florida hold membership in more than one Lodge? (Chap.

24, 3.02.1) a. Yes b. No

The Masonic Education Committee has provided these examinations in a continuing effort to upgrade and improve the Masonic Education and knowledge of all Masons. We hope that you enjoy taking these examinations and thank you for your continued support of the Masonic Education Program, the Grand Master and the Masons of the State of Florida. We wish you luck!

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MASTER MASON EXAMINATION II DIRECTIONS: The Master Mason Examinations are open book type exams designed to give any Master Mason the opportunity to increase his knowledge of some of the Ancient Tenets, Rules and Regulations of Masonry. They contain a mixture of multiple choice, True or False, or essay questions which should be answered by blackening the block beside the letter of your choice, or written answer on the answer sheet - Please do not write on the exam materials or test booklet itself. Note to the Worshipful Master: If you have not already taken the examinations, it is suggested that you do so. Worshipful Masters may administer all three Master Mason Examinations, but the results must be graded by the District Chairman of the Masonic Education Committee. Completed examinations should be sent to the District Chairman as soon as possible for grading in order for the Brethren to receive their certificates in a timely manner. ***************************************************************************************************** 1. When adopting, revising or amending Lodge By-Laws, what must be sent to the

Grand Secretary? (24.04) 2. How may a Brother be elected to Honorary membership in another Lodge? (25.06) 3. What constitutes a quorum of a M.M., F.C., and E.A. Lodge? (25.17) 4. When all three principal Officers of a Lodge are absent, who may open Lodge?

(Art. X, Sec. 31) 5. Is parliamentary procedure used in a Masonic Lodge? (25.26)

a. Yes b. No 6. How long must a rejected candidate wait before he can petition again? (36.01)

a. 6 months b. The next Stated meeting c. 12 months d. 9 months

7. Name the penalties for conviction of Unmasonic Conduct. (44.56) 8. The lawful assembling of Masons in a Chartered Particular Lodge is called a

"Communication." (25.01) a. True b. False

9. Can a Lodge Officer be installed by proxy? (19.11.1, R&D)

a. Yes b. No

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10. May a Worshipful Master delegate his authority to a Past Master of his Lodge to preside in his absence? (20.13) a. Yes b. No

11. Grand Lodge dues and assessments shall be paid in full on or before..... (30.01)

a. January 15 b. February 15 c. March 15

12. When a petition is refused, or a candidate is rejected, must the fees be returned?

(32.03, 33.05) a. Yes b. No c. It is at the discretion of the Lodge

13. A member of a Lodge may be suspended by the Worshipful Master if he is

delinquent in his dues. (Ch. 24, 4.02) a. True b. False

14. Must the Master of a Lodge under dispensation be a Past Master of a (a) Florida

Lodge or (b) Lodge from any Grand Jurisdiction in fraternal relations with the Grand Lodge of Florida? (42.04)

15. When two Lodges consolidate, who presides at the first Stated Communication?

(16.03(j)) 16. If a Brother is vouching for a visiting Brother with whom he has not sat in Lodge, can

the Worshipful Master admit him? (40.11) 17. If a candidate duly elected to receive the EA degree is confronted with a protest

before the degree is conferred what should be done? (32.05) 18. May Entered Apprentice and Fellow Craft Masons be issued a Dimit? (41.01)

a. Yes b. No 19. How may a person belonging to a Foreign Jurisdiction not in Fraternal relations with

the Grand Lodge of Florida become a member of a Florida Lodge? (31.18) a. Submit a petition to the Lodge b. Request a transfer certificate from his home Lodge c. Renounce his allegiance to his foreign Grand Jurisdiction and take the same

course as any other non-Mason d. Request a dimit from his home Lodge

20. When can the presentation of the Lambskin Apron be made to a Master Mason?

(38.15) a. At the option of the Worshipful Master b. At a public ceremony

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c. When the Brother requests it d. When he has satisfactorily passed the examination in the catechism of the

MM degree 21. Must all prayers be offered at the Altar? (23.01 Ruling & Decisions)

a. Yes b. No 22. How does a Lodge obtain the application forms for admission into the Masonic

Home? (Appendix Masonic Home 7.02b) a. Request them from the Grand Secretary b. Request them from the Grand Master c. Request them from the District Deputy Grand Master d. Request them from the Grand Lodge Office

23. What business or work can a Lodge transact on the occasion of the celebration of

Saints John Day Festivals? (25.20) a. Confer degrees b. Install Lodge Officers c. Transact any regular business or work d. Ballot on Petitions

24. Must every member of a Lodge sign the By-Laws of the Lodge? (26.19)

a. Yes b. No 25. Can the Worshipful Master of a Particular Lodge postpone any section of a degree

until a future Communication? (38.16) a. Yes b. No

26. Can a U.D. Lodge entertain charges against or try its members for Masonic

offenses? (42.08) a. Yes b. No

27. What are the two kinds of penal jurisdiction? (44.12) 28. Does a Lodge have the right to try a member for an offense committed before his

initiation? (44.18) a. Yes - explain your answer b. No - explain your answer

29. Does the responsibility of a Lodge for the welfare of a member admitted to the

Home cease upon admission? (Masonic Home 7.06) a. Yes b. No

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30. What are the three main points of law in a Masonic trial? (44.47) 31. Can the vote or decision of a Lodge be rescinded, altered or amended at a

subsequent Stated Communication? (Art. X, Sec. 29) a. Yes, after due notice to the membership of such proposed reconsideration b. No, it can not be rescinded, altered or amended

32. Should a Lodge use the Trestle board or bulletins to notify other Lodges of the

rejections of petitions? (18.03, Rulings & Decisions) a. Yes b. No

33. Are Particular Lodges required to pay annual Grand Lodge revenue on Life

members? (26.05(H)) a. Yes b. No

34. A regularly elected Worshipful Master is entitled to Grand Honors at the time of

Public Installation. (5.04, 19.11.1) a. Only if ordered by the Grand Master b. Yes c. No d. If voted by the Lodge and approved by the Grand Master

35. A Lodge wishes to hold its annual election of Officers prior to their first Stated

Communication in December? (6.13, 19.04) a. The Worshipful Master may order this b. The Grand Master must approve c. Dispensation can not be given

36. In case of failure of a District Deputy Grand Master to visit any Lodge in his District

(10.02) a. He should send his message in writing to the Lodge b. He may appoint a competent Past Master to make the visit for him c. He may request the Grand Master to appoint a substitute for the visit d. He may ignore the failure to visit

37. When a member is reinstated for NPD, a Lodge may collect or remit all dues

including the current dues. (27.14) a. No, just the current dues b. Yes and fine him $10.00 for being delinquent c. Yes, but any per capita due Grand Lodge must be paid to Grand Lodge d. No, he just has to send his delinquent per capita to Grand Lodge

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38. A District Deputy Grand Master may grant dispensations to Lodges in his District. (10.06) a. He can not grant dispensations b. Yes, if they are approved by the District Instructor c. Yes, for the annual election of Officers date only d. Yes, to fill vacancies in Lodge Offices

39. When a Lodge fails to make returns to the Grand Secretary for two consecutive years and two annual Communications have been convened (17.06) a. A penalty of $25.00 is assessed b. The Charter is forfeited c. The Lodge must give the Grand Master a written explanation d. The Secretary is relieved of his duties

40. The Master and Wardens elect may decline installation, but they can resign after

being installed. (19.07) a. True, with permission of the Grand Master b. False, once installed they must serve out their time

41. A member suspended for NPD may be reinstated by immediately paying his past

dues. (27.13) a. True b. False

42. A member suspended for NPD can be reinstated by vote of the Lodge. What

percent is required for reinstatement? (27.13) a. 50% b. 75% c. 100% d. None of the above

43. After what length of time does a Mason holding a dimit lose the rights, privileges and

benefits of Masonry? (41.37) a. 6 months b. 12 months c. 5 years

44. A Lodge may contribute from its funds to assist in a Masonic Project in a foreign

country. (27.17) a. True b. False

45. What is the number of Lodge members required to sign a complaint to the Grand

Master against their Worshipful Master (19.12, 44.77) a. 3 b. 7 c. 12

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46. Can the Worshipful Master order the removal of a disorderly Brother from the Lodge? (20.07) a. Yes b. No

47. Can a Secretary refuse to accept a petition? (22.09)

a. Yes b. No 48. Can a member be suspended in less than 12 months for NPD? (Art. X, Sec. 20)

a. Yes b. No 49. The By-Laws of a Particular Lodge are valid when (24.01)

a. Approved by vote of the Lodge b. Approved by the Grand Master and are then subject to review by the Grand

Lodge c. Approved by the Grand Secretary and the Grand Master d. Approved by the Grand Secretary

50. What two stations of a Lodge may or may not be filled at the will and pleasure of the

Worshipful Master? (Ch. 24, Officers 6.02) a. Tyler and Junior Steward b. Chaplain and Marshal c. The Stewards d. Marshal and one Steward

The Masonic Education Committee has provided these examinations in a continuing effort to upgrade and improve the Masonic Education and knowledge of all Masons. We hope that you enjoy taking these examinations and thank you for your continued support of the Masonic Education Program, the Grand Master and the Masons of the State of Florida. We wish you luck!

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MASTER MASON EXAMINATION III DIRECTIONS: The Master Mason Examinations are open book type exams designed to give any Master Mason the opportunity to increase his knowledge of some of the Ancient Tenets, Rules and Regulations of Masonry. They contain a mixture of multiple choice, True or False, or essay questions which should be answered by blackening the block beside the letter of your choice, or written answer on the answer sheet - Please do not write on the exam materials or test booklet itself. Note to the Worshipful Master: If you have not already taken the examinations, it is suggested that you do so. Worshipful Masters may administer all three Master Mason Examinations, but the results must be graded by the District Chairman of the Masonic Education Committee. Completed examinations should be sent to the District Chairman as soon as possible for grading in order for the Brethren to receive their certificates in a timely manner. **************************************************************************************************** 1. Lodges are not required to give their candidates the Lectures from the Mentor's

Manual or hand out the Masonic Education Booklets to the candidates for their study and use. (37.18) a. True b. False

2. Freemasonry is a system of , veiled in and illustrated by .

(Mentor’s Manual 2.1) a. Rules, history, pictures b. Lessons, allegory, instructors c. Morality, allegory, symbols

3. How many Officers are elected in a Regular Lodge? Name them. (Art. X, Sec. 2

Constitution) 4. Name three subjects never to be discussed in Lodge.

a. Communism, Order of Eastern Star, Public schools b. Religion, Nationalities, Politics c. Appendant orders, charity, divorce

5. Name the Appointed Officers. (Art. X, Sec. 2 Constitution) 6. The Master is Supreme in his Lodge and must be held to worship. No appeal can be

taken from his decision, nor call for the previous question, nor motion to adjourn can be entertained. (Art. X, Sec. 6 Constitution) a. True b. False

7. The Cable Tow was deemed to be the distance one could travel in .

Assumed to be about miles. (Mentor’s Manual 4.6 par.2)

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8. Name the wages of a Fellow Craft, , , and . (Mentor’s Manual 4.10)

9. The preparation of a Candidate refers only to the clothing. (Mentor’s Manual 2.18)

a. True b. False 10. Every Particular Lodge must display the Flag of the United States of America.....

(25.25) a. On holidays or special events b. When directed by the Grand Master c. At all times when Lodge is open d. Except when a Brother objects

11. The passage from the outer porch to the middle chamber represents man's journey

from to . (Mentor’s Manual 4.15) 12. It is not proper for a Masonic Lodge to endorse an applicant for political office.

(25.34) a. True b. False

13. Blue is regarded as the color of and . (Mentor’s Manual 2.17) 14. The letter G is a symbol of and also of the . (Mentor’s Manual 4.18) 15. The word Profane Masonically means . (Mentor’s Manual 5.8) 16. Only members of a Lodge have a right to ballot, and no members present can be

excused from balloting on any question before the Lodge, except by vote of the Lodge, upon good cause shown, nor can a member be permitted to retire from the Lodge to avoid casting his ballot. (26.18) a. True b. False

17. The several types of membership in a Masonic Lodge are...... (Chapter 26)

a. Honorary, Dual, Regular, Visitor, Emeritus and Plural b. Dual, Regular, Perpetual, Life, Honorary, Plural and Emeritus c. Regular, Dual, Perpetual, Life, Grand Lodge Officer and District Deputy

Grand Master d. Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft, Dual Grand Lodge Officer, Honorary and

Shriner 18. Name the three rights of a Master Mason. (Mentor’s Manual 6.2) 19. The place, date and hour of Communication of a Particular Lodge shall be fixed in

the By-Laws of each Lodge. (24.05 [5.01]) a. True b. False

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20. A vote taken at any Lodge Communication can only be changed at a Stated Communication with due notice to the membership of such consideration. (25.03) a. True b. False

21. Honorary Membership may be conferred on a distinguished or revered Mason by

the Worshipful Master, but only at a Stated Communication with the members present. (25.06) a. True b. False

22. A Lodge received a petition for membership just before closing for the summer

months. The Master calls a Called Communication to ballot on this petition. He has authority over all matters in his Lodge and can call this Communication. (35.01) a. True b. False

23. If three members of a Particular Lodge are present, the quorum needed to open an

Entered Apprentice or Fellow Craft Lodge may be supplied with visitors. (25.17) a. True b. False

24. Parliamentary terms and usages have no place in Masonry, therefore protests,

motions to adjourn or calls for the question can not be entertained. (25.26) a. True b. False

25. The reading of the minutes must be read at the close of every Lodge

Communication for corrections and approval unless what action is taken? (25.28) 26. A part or portion of time of every Stated Communication shall be devoted to a

program for lecture, speech, talk, discussion or visual demonstration in regard to a Masonic or Community Charity, or an appropriate religious or educational subject. (25.48) a. True b. False

27. Placing a member on the Emeritus list in recognition of long service or membership

is not proper. (26.09 R & D) a. True b. False

28. Name five uses of a secret ball ballot. (Chapter 34 R & D; Chapter 35) 29. Each year, after proper investigation and recommendation of its Officers, a Lodge

may, by majority vote, place upon the Emeritus list and remit the dues for such year to those members, who from infirmities or misfortune have become unable to pay dues. The Master and Secretary must certify on the annual Lodge returns to Grand Lodge that they be exempt from payment to Grand Lodge and that the member is unable to pay his dues. (26.09) a. True b. False

30. Who are the representatives of a Particular Lodge at Grand Lodge?(Chapter 29)

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31. A Mason under suspension or expulsion loses all claims of Masonic rights, privileges or benefits. (26.26) a. True b. False

32. What are the general penalties established and which can be applied to every offence against the laws of Masonry. (44.54)

33. A Lodge member seeking political office rents the Lodge Room for a campaign

dinner and speech. The Lodge voted to approve this as they support the Brother and the rental supplements the Lodge income, but......(28.05) a. Political flyers must have the Lodge approval b. The Secretary must notify Grand Lodge, the District Deputy Grand Master

and all members of the Lodge c. It is not allowed d. It must not be on the night of a Stated or Called Communication

34. A church or religious organization using Lodge property uses wine in its sacraments.

This is permitted. (28.07 R & D) a. True b. False

35. What are the only religious prerequisites of a Candidate for initiation into Masonry?

(31.16) a. He attends religious services of his choice regularly b. His belief in God c. He be affiliated with some religious organization d. None, religion is not discussed in Lodge

36. The ballot is inviolably secret and no Brother can be questioned as to how he voted.

However, after Lodge is closed he can discuss the vote openly with other Brothers in the collation room to satisfy himself that he voted properly for the benefit of the Lodge. (35.04) a. True b. False

37. The progress of a Candidate may be arrested at any time for good cause shown,

even in the middle of a degree. (37.07) a. True b. False

38. A Letter from the Secretary of a Lodge stating the bearer is in good standing will

support a petition for affiliation. (41.13) a. True b. False

39. An article of jewelry that cannot be removed from the person of the Candidate shall

not be considered in the matter of his preparation to receive the degrees. (37.03) a. True b. False

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40. According to proper Masonic usages and customs, no Brother shall wear his hat or any kind of head covering in the Lodge except the Worshipful Master, Acting Worshipful Master, the Grand Master or a Jewish Brother wearing a small skull cap. (38.44 with R&D 2000 Proc. 97, GL-208 Pg. 10) a. True b. False

41. A worthy Master Mason possesses no absolute right to visiting a Lodge, but he has

the inherent right to apply and the Lodge has the discretion to admit or refuse him admission. (40.01) a. True b. False

42. The rules of order in Freemasonry do not permit discussion, during a

Communication, among the Brethren. What should a Brother who has something to say, enter a discussion or second a motion do? (Masonic Etiquette, page 1)

43. What area of the Lodge is deemed to be Sacred Ground and no Brother should walk

there while Lodge is open? (Masonic Etiquette, page 1) 44. Lodges having a small Altar can allow the ballot box to rest on the Bible since the

Bible must be open when the Lodge is at labor. (Masonic Etiquette, page 1) a. True b. False

45. When does the Masonic year officially end? (Chapt 24. UCB 4.01) a. December 28 b. December 27 c. December 31

46. Permission must be obtained from the Worshipful Master through the Tyler and

Junior Deacon before a Brother, coming late to Lodge can enter. (Masonic Etiquette, page 1) a. True b. False

47. Because every Mason owes every petitioner a fair ballot, the upright Man and

Mason, true to the tradition of the Craft, should never allow personal spite to influence his behavior at the ballot box. Masonic Etiquette, page 2) a. True b. False

48. The Flag of the United States of America must be displayed in the Lodge Room at

all Communications but the Flag Ceremony is optional to the Worshipful Master. (Monitor) a. True b. False

49. Every Lodge must have one Stated Communication each month at which every

Brother should attend, except when and how? (Chap. 24, 5.01 & 5.02)

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50. To receive the benefits of Masonry, an applicant must have resided in the State and jurisdiction of the Lodge for a certain time, what is that time? (31.08)

State: _______________ District:

The Masonic Education Committee has provided these examinations in a continuing effort to upgrade and improve the Masonic Education and knowledge of all Masons. We hope that you enjoy taking these examinations and thank you for your continued support of the Masonic Education Program, the Grand Master and the Masons of the State of Florida. We wish you luck!

When you have finished all three exams in this book, please return it to your Lodge Secretary, so that it can be passed on to another Brother.