Which line from the Sphinxman Hymn best completes the idea of steadfast effort?

Which line from the Sphinxman Hymn best completes the idea of steadfast effort?

• A. to this one goal our concentrated efforts be, to be a worthy part of Noble A Phi A
• B. to this one goal our concentrated efforts be, to be a worthy part of Alpha Phi Alpha
• C. to this one goal our concentrated efforts be, to be a worthy part of Sphinxman
• D. to this one goal our concentrated efforts be, to be a worthy part of The Sphinx

Answer: (A)

The idea being tested is steadfast, single‑mocused effort— dedicating all work toward one goal and tying that effort to upholding and representing the fraternity with integrity. The line that fits best says that our concentrated efforts are directed toward one goal, and that goal is to be a worthy part of Noble A Phi A. This keeps the focus on a singular aim and makes the commitment meaningful by linking it to being a worthy member of the fraternity, whose formal name and nickname are respectfully invoked as the standard we strive to meet. The other lines shift the focus to different group names or symbols, which dilutes the sense of unwavering effort aimed at a single, virtuous objective.

The idea being tested is steadfast, single‑mocused effort— dedicating all work toward one goal and tying that effort to upholding and representing the fraternity with integrity. The line that fits best says that our concentrated efforts are directed toward one goal, and that goal is to be a worthy part of Noble A Phi A. This keeps the focus on a singular aim and makes the commitment meaningful by linking it to being a worthy member of the fraternity, whose formal name and nickname are respectfully invoked as the standard we strive to meet. The other lines shift the focus to different group names or symbols, which dilutes the sense of unwavering effort aimed at a single, virtuous objective.