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Just for clarification I didn't mean passing tests as in academic tests, I meant pledge tests to test your knowledge of the fraternity/sorority to show that you have a sincere dedication to the organization.
I understand that you are not a large proponent of hazing, but I'm just trying to understand your point of view. As for the armed forces comparison, I agree that the methods of training bring soldiers together to be prepared to defend our country but I don't necessarily see that as hazing. They are being prepared to endure situations that may occur at war and to follow orders of their superiors. All of this a necessity for the armed forces.
I think that in the realm of the greek system this isn't a necessity and there are other methods of building trust and relationships that don't include degrading pledges. Mainly I have this view because hazing tends to be ridiculous acts that often threaten the safety of pledges and have no connection to strengthening bonds-just humiliating future brothers/sisters.
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