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1
What are the FFA colors
National Blue and Corn Gold.
National Blue and Yellow
Yellow and Red
Black and Yellow
2
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Outdoor Recreation
Landscape Management
Nursery Operations
Grain Production
3
In what month was FFA founded
November
September
January
October
4
When and where were the Future Farmers of America organized?
Richmond in 1929
Kansas City in 1928
Indianapolis in 1928
Kansas city in 1929
5
What does the Eagle represent
courage
a national symbol which serves as a reminders of our freedom and ability to
a strong bird that shows us how strong our organization is
explore new horizons for the future of agriculture
6
T or F? Any chapter can give the Honorary State FFA degree to someone.
False, they may nominate a person to the Executive Committee
True
7
How many "I believe"s are there in the FFA creed?
10
5
6
3
8
What are some of the Proficiency Awards (45 total)
Agricultural Communications
Agricultural Education
Agricultural Mechanics Fabrication and Design
Agricultural Mechanics Repair and Maintenance-entrepreneurship
9
How many objectives does the FFA have in its constitution?
3
4
2
6
10
Which state has the fewest FFA members
Wyoming
Connecticut
Rhode Island
Virginia
11
Name the six elements of the FFA emblem
Cow, Rooster, Soybean, Horse, Flower, "Ag is fun"
cross section of carrot, setting sun, tractor, hawk, owl, science, FFA
Cross Section of Corn, Rising Sun,Plow,Eagle,Owl,Agriculture Education&FFA
12
What does the Cross Section of Corn represent
provides foundation of the emblem much like corn is foundation crop of US
is a favorite among FFA members
the most common crop
13
What does the Rising Sun represent
shows that the sun always comes up, just like we must always rise
signifies progress & holds promise that tomorrow will bring a new day
The beginning of Agriculture education
glowing with opportunity
14
What is the symbol at the reporter’s station?
the owl
the plow
the flag
15
Who was better able to serve his country because of his sound financial practices?
Alexander Hamilton
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
16
Who wrote the FFA Creed
David Bowie
D.M. Gappy
E.M. Tiffany
E.M. Britain
17
How many sentences are there in the creed?
5
10
6
4
18
What is the name of the official FFA magazine
New Horizons
New Beginnings
New Ways
New Opportunities
19
What is the symbol of strength, courage and national scope of the organization
the eagle
a US president
the flag
20
What do the words" Agriculture Education" and "FFA" symbolize
the combination of learning&leadership necessary for progressive agricultur
what our organization is based on
to honor all those who have taught agriculture classes
21
Recite the FFA motto
Doing to earn, earning to learn, learning to live, living to serve
Learning to do, doing to learn, earning to live, living to serve
Doing FFA is really fun, we learn agriculture all day long
22
What law gave FFA a federal charter?
Public Law 740
Public Law 760
Public Law 730
23
How many paragraphs are in the FFA creed?
6
3
4
5
24
#4 Define active membership
FFA organization
Display conduct consistent with the ideals and purposes of the National
25
Members of every chapter set up annually a plan of action for the coming year. What is this plan?
A Program of Action
A Program of Activities
A Plan of the Future
26
: How many different proficiency awards are there for 2018?
26
20
33
47
27
What is the FFA Vision Statement
Students whose lives are impacted by FFA and agricultural education will
achieve academic and personal growth, strengthen American agriculture and
a sustainable world
provide leadership to build healthy local communities, a strong nation, and
28
(#2) Define active membership
participating in other organized activities of the chapter
striving for degrees of membership
Show an interest in the affairs of the organization by attending meetings
29
How often are officers elected for the local and state levels?
every 6 months
every 2 years
Yearly
30
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Diversified crop
_____________
31
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Agricultural Sales-entrepreneurship
Agricultural Processing
Agricultural Mechanics Repair and Maintenance-placement
Agricultural Sales-placement
32
How many states are in each region?
Eastern-17, Western-Western-12, Central-16, Southern-7
Eastern-19, Western-10, Central-10, Southern-12
Eastern-18, Western-11, Central-12, Southern-11
33
What is the breakdown of the dues that every FFA member in Indiana pays
total-$20, National-$5, state-$13, district-$2
total-$12, national-$3, state-$6, district-$4
total-$14 National-$7, State-$6, District- $1
34
Define Active Membership (#1)
include a supervised agricultural experience program, the objective of
which is preparation for an agricultural career
While in school, be enrolled in at least 1 ag education course during the
school year and/or follow a planned course of study; either a course must
35
Which state was the last to enter the FFA?
New Mexico
Arizona
Hawaii
Alaska
36
: Who besides an FFA member may wear an official FFA jacket?
No person other than FFA members
other students in the school
if you have red hair
Everyone
37
Which two states have the most members
Illinois and Kentucky
New York and Indiana
Alaska and Wyoming
Texas and California
38
What are 2 more of the 10 essentials of a successful chapter?
Only farm kids, not enough activities
Capable Officers, A Challenging Program of Activites
Rich school, members can only participate in up to 2 activities
39
The creed was adopted at what National Convention
3rd national convention
6th national convention
5th national convention
2nd national convention
40
What is the symbol at the sentinel's station
the clasping hands
the plow
the ear of corn
41
What is the symbol at the advisor's station
the rising sun
the ear of corn
the owl
the flag
42
What type of curricular activity is FFA
intra-curricular
extra-curricular
43
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Specialty Crop Production
Specialty Animal Production
Swine production-placement
Swine Production-entrepreneurship
44
What degree must a member hold to have a chapter office?
Greenhand degree
State degree
Discovery Degree
Chapter degree
45
When was the FFA creed revised?
at the 38th and 63rd national conventions
at the 5th and 12th national conventions
at the 7th and 16th national conventions
at the 20th and 30th national conventions
46
The National FFA Center is located in what city and state
Richmond, Virginia
Boise, Idaho
Kansas City, Missouri
Indianapolis, Indiana
47
What officer is seated to the President's left
Secretary
Sentinel
Treasurer
Vice President
48
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Dairy production-placement
Beef Production-entrepreneurship
dairy production-entrepreneurship
Beef production-placement
49
What's the FFA Motto?
Earning to Serve, Living to Do, Doing to Earn, Learning to Live
Learning to Live, Living to Do, Earning to Serve, Doing to Serve
Earning to Do, Doing to Serve, Learning to Live, Doing to earn
Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve
50
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Service Learning
Poultry Production
Small Animal Production and Care
Sheep Production
51
what does the owl symbolize
the knowledge required to be successful in the indsutry of agriculture
courage
a scholarly attitude that we must have to succeed
52
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Diversified Agriculture Production
Diversified crop-entrepreneurship
diversified livestock production
Diversified horticulture
53
What is the symbol of the Secretary's station
the plow
ear of corn
the emblem of Washington
the flag
54
What degree must be earned before applying for the State FFA Degree
Chapter Degree
Greenhand Degree
55
What is the symbol at the treasurer’s station?
the emblem of Washington
the plow
The flag
the owl
56
How long may a member retain active membership?
Until November 30, following 4th National Convention after graduating HS
January 19 of senior year
57
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Forest Management
Forage Production
Goat Production
Fruit Production
58
What are the names of the FFA Associations, which are not states?
Brazil and Chile
Mexico and Canada
Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands
Alaska and Hawaii
59
What are the colors and what do they signify
blue-the ocean, yellow- the sun
National Blue-our flag, Corn Gold- a ripened field of corn
Green-plants, red- united states
60
What do district officers have on the back of their FFA jackets?
nothing
An emblem and their district lettering
an emblem
61
In order to apply for the state FFA degree, you must have been an active FFA member for how many years
4 years (48 months)
3 years (36 months)
2 years (24 months)
1 year (12 months
62
How many and what type of medals can be worn on the FFA jacket?
2 total
only 1
3 highest award, highest office, and highest degree
63
What is the symbol at the President’s station
the ear of corn
the rising sun
the plow
the emblem of Washington
64
The Motto consists of _____ lines?
3
4
2
1
65
What officer seats all of the officers at the end of opening ceremonies?
Treasurer
President
Secretary
Vice President
66
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Veterinary Science
Turf Grass Management
Wildlife Management
Vegetable Production
67
What is the official salute of the FFA Organization
a prayer
The Pledge of Allegience
68
What are 3 of the 10 essentials of a successful chapter?
Knowledge of FFA, Diversity of Membership, All members share responsibility
Meetings once a week, no more than 30 members, must have a greenhouse
69
True or False? A vote is taken to approve candidates as a whole for the American FFA Degree
False
True
70
What city was the FFA created?
Austin, Texas
Kansas City, Missouri
Atlanta, Georgia
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
71
What public law makes the words "Future Farmers of America" strictly for our organization's use?
Public Law 720
Public Law 740
Public Law 730
72
The pin presented to Greenhands is made of what kind of metal?
Bronze
Silver
Gold
73
What are 2 more of the 10 essentials of a successful chapter
3 chapter meetings per year, barely enough financing
Well planned and regularly held chapter meetings, adequate financing
members cannot be in other activities, good equipment
74
What are the four "Stars of Indiana" categories?
Star in Forestry, Star in Public Speaking, Star in Quiz Bowl, Star in Soils
Star Farmer, Star in Agriculture Placement, and (YELLOW ANSWERS)
Star in Agribusiness, Star in Agriscience, and (BLUE ANSWERS)
75
What are 2 more of the 10 essentials of a successful chapter?
A workable constitution and bylaws, proper equipment and records
only officers have responsibility, equipment in bad shape
No knowledge of FFA, No diversity in membership
76
What does the Plow represent?
the original farmers
signifies labor&tillage of the soil, the backbone of agriculture, and
historic foundation of our country's strength
farming
77
Name the 4 types of FFA membership?
Active, alumni, collegiate and honorary
Star Farmer, Star in Agriculture Placement, Star in Agribusiness, Star in
good, okay, bad, terrible
78
What was the name of the first FFA magazine?
The FFA times
FFA magazine
The National Future Farmer
79
What is the minimum number of local functions a student must participate in to be eligible for the chapter FFA degree?
Three
Four
Two
Five
80
What is the last essential of a successful chapter? (there are 10 total)
school and community support
little knowledge of FFA
members have no responsibility
Incapable officers
81
What do national officers have on the back of their FFA jackets?
nothing
an emblem and no lettering
an emblem and their national lettering
just an emblem
82
What organization is considered the founder of the FFA
Future Farmers of Missouri
Future Farmers of Kentucky
Future Farmers of Indiana
Future Farmers of Virginia
83
What is the 2019-2020 State FFA theme?
"Forge Your Own Path"
"May the Force Be With You"
"Life is a journey, not a race"
"Aspire to Inspire"
84
How many commas are there in the FFA salute?
2
5
3
85
What is the FFA Mission Statement?
through agriculture education
FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing
their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success
86
(#3) Define active membership
pay all current state and national dues by the date
determined by the chapter
87
True of False; to be a member of the FFA Alumni a person had to have been a member of FFA
False
True
88
What do you do with an FFA jacket when worn out
just keep wearing it
it should be discarded or you should take the emblem and lettering off
get a new jacket and keep the old one
89
What is the last pledge made by an FFA member before the adjournment of a meeting?
Pledge to the Bible
The Pledge of Allegiance
a pledge to do community service
A kindness pledge
90
What is the symbol of the State FFA Degree
official gold emblem charm
Shape of Indiana
official gold emblem key
a triangle
91
How may a school principal become a member of the FFA
ask politely
become an honorary chapter member
teach a day of agriculture
92
Where should FFA pins and medals be placed on the jacket
below the owner's name
wherever it looks good
on the back
above the owner's name
93
What is the symbol at the Vice President’s station?
the plow
the rising sun
the owl
94
What is the symbol of the American FFA Degree?
a bald eagle
official gold emblem key
a flag
official gold emblem charm
95
The plow is a symbol of ____ and ____ of the soil
calmness and dignity
labor and happiness
labor and tillage
96
What are the objectives the FFA has stated in the constitution
agriculture-related programs & activities, and to encourage & recognize
leadership and other individual and group activities by providing awards
achievements in supervised agricultural experience programs, scholarship,
to be an integral part of the organized instructional programs in
97
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Agriscience Research-Animals systems
Agriscience Research-Integrated systems
Agricultural Services
Agriscience Research-Plant systems
98
Name the official dress for FFa members
FFA jacket,black slacks&black socks,white collared shirt,FFA tie,dress shoe
FFA jacket, black nylons& skirt, white collared shirt, FFA scarf,Dress shoe
dress and nice shoes
a suit and tie
99
What are some proficiency awards given to FFA members? (45 total)
Equine science-entrepreneurship
Fiber and/or Oil Crop Production
Equine science-placement
Environmental Science and Natural Resources Management
100
What is the pin symbolizing the Chapter FFA degree made of?
silver
gold
bronze
