I will strive for independence of judgment, but with due regard for the superior wisdom of my elders. I must grant to my fellows the same right of independent judgment that I claim for myself. Whatever I undertake I will do with my might, and, win or lose, accept the result with good cheer. I would rather be worthy of success than to secure it unworthily. I will be prompt and orderly in all my affairs, otherwise I become a hindrance to social efficiency. I will avoid waste and extravagance lest I bring needless privation and suffering to others as well as to myself. It is my privilege to have a part in the world's work--a part I must choose and perform with all diligence. "What can I do best that society needs most?" When I have answered this question I will pursue my vocation intelligently and energetically; first, as a means of service to my fellow-men; and second, as a means of self-support and aid to those that may be dependent upon me. May the love and appreciation I have for my country never be dishonored by any act of lawlessness or want of loyalty, but may I ever honor, uphold and obey the law and defend my country against unrighteousness, injustice and violence. When it becomes my privilege to vote I will use the right of suffrage as a patriotic means of co-operating with my fellow citizens for the promotion of social justice, peace and progress. Should I be called to public office, I will strive for moral courage to exercise authority in accord with justice and humanity; and, whether in or out of office, I will respond freely to every opportunity for public service. I am grateful for the beauties of nature and for the great works of art, music, literature and science, it is my privilege to enjoy. These I will seek to understand and appreciate, that I may cultivate broader sympathies and fellowship with mankind, the world, and the Creator of all. * * * * * QUESTIONS AND SUGGESTIONS--CHAPTER XVIII 1. How does application go to the very heart of teaching? 2. Discuss the various conceptions of the term. 3. Distinguish between immediate and delayed application. 4. Discuss the possibility of intellectual application. 5. How can applications best be made? 6. When can applications best be made? 7. Distinguish between making an application and moralizing. HELPFUL REFERENCES Weigle, _Talks to Sunday School Teachers_; Betts, _How to Teach Religion_; Brumbaugh, _The Making of a Teacher_; Betts, _The Recitation_; Strayer and Norsworthy, _How to Teach_; Thorndike, _Principles of Teaching_; Colgrove, _The Teacher and the School_. CHAPTER XIX METHODS OF THE RECITATION OUTLINE--CHAPTER XIX