4-H Flashcards
True or False: It is permissible for two people to give a demonstration together
True
What is the 4-H motto?
Make the Best Better.
What is the youngest age group in 4-H?
Primary
Public Presentations can be given by individuals or what?
Teams
To enter an exhibit or animal in the state 4-H fair you must first _________
Qualify at county level.
When was the first use of the name “4-H” in a federal document?
The first use of the term “4-H Club” in a federal document appeared in 1918 in a bulletin written by Gertrude L. Warren.
What are 4-H members in grades K, 1st, and 2nd called?
Primary
What type of 4-H projects does not allow primary members to show an animal, even if it is noncompetitive?
All Large Animal projects
When a dog bowl team of combined age levels goes to a State contest they must compete at what level
The level of the oldest member
Can you use a choke collar when benching your dog at fairs?
No
What is the Washington State 4-H Foundation?
The Washington State 4-H Foundation is a private non-profit foundation governed by a 21 member Board of Trustees for the purpose of serving 4-H youth programs in Washington State.
True or False: Washington State 4-H Headquarters is located at Pullman, Washington
TRUE
Where is the state 4-H fair held?
Puyallup
May mixed breed dogs be shown in 4-H?
Yes
When does a 4-H year start and finish?
October 1 through September 30
At a 4-H judging contest you may be asked to give your class placement reasons in what two formats?
Written and oral
Who can join 4-H?
Four-H is open to youth regardless of race, religion, color, gender, national origin, handicap or place of residence. Most states have programs for youth who are 5 to 19 years old.
What general 4-H program includes the dog project?
Animal Science
Are Public Presentations a county contest?
Yes
What do Orville Redenbacher, Reggie White, Dan Reeves, Johnny Carson, Reba McIntire have in common?
They were all involved in 4-H and are now alumni of 4-H.
Who do you pledge your head, heart, hands, and health for?
Your club, your community, your country, and your world.
What is the minimum age that an adult volunteer can be?
18
True or False; premium money is given as payment for showing your dogs.
False; it is a reward for your accomplishments
When was the 4-H emblem patented?
The 4-H emblem was patented in 1924
How many 4-H youth members were there in the USA in 2000?
Over 6.8 million kids belonged to 4-H in 2000 in the USA.
What type of public presentation requires the use of visual aids, but does not require a finished product?
Illustrated talks
What is the last statement you should make to your judge after giving your oral reasons in a Judging contest?
“Are there any questions?”
Into what two categories are Public Presentations divided?
Demonstrations and Public Presentations
Who designed the 4-H emblem?
The first emblem design was a three-leaf clover, introduced by O.H. Benson, sometime between 1907-08.
True or False: a 4-H member can be enrolled in the same project in two different counties at the same time.
False
Who donated the grounds and buildings at the National 4-H Center?
J. C. Penney
In what two dog 4-H classes at county fair must you qualify in order to go to State Fair?
Showmanship & Obedience
How many items are there in all oral or written judging classes?
4
Does a 4-H project dog need to be pure bred?
No
Name 3 counties in Washington State involved with 4-H projects
Any of the 39 counties
True or False: Two members can show and share the same project dog in the regular classes at State Fair.
False
True or False: All 4-H members must attend county fair
FALSE
What do you pledge your hands to?
Larger service
True or False: Some of the rules of showing dogs in 4-H are different than those in AKC
TRUE
How many counties in Washington have 4-H programs?
All 39
What is the oldest age group in 4-H?
Senior
The Cooperative Extension is part of which US government department?
The Department of Agriculture.
What do you pledge your heart to?
Greater loyalty
What is the address of the National 4-H Conference Center?
National 4-H Conference Center, 7100 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
How many dog parts must be correctly named in the State Fair dog judging contest?
25
True or False: A girl, age 16, who is married can still participate in 4-H
True
What do you pledge your health to?
Better living
In a 4-H Judging contest a class of 4 items is divided into how many pairs?
Three (3)
How many breeds of dogs must be correctly named in the State Fair dog judging contest?
25
What act by Congress established 4-H Club work?
The Smith Lever Act
May an exhibitor show the same animal in both 4-H and FFA at the State 4-H Fair?
No
True or False: because you will be turning 19 on December 30 you can show your animal at county and state fair.
False
What does IFYE stand for?
The International Four-H Youth Exchange
True or False: A spayed or neutered dog may not compete at State 4-H fair.
False.
When was the fourth “H” added?
In 1911, at a meeting of club leaders in Washington, a fourth “H” representing health was added and the current 4-H four-leaf clover emblem was approved
What two items constitute suitable benching equipment
A plain buckle collar or harness, and a short metal chain
According what judging system are the ribbons and awards given out at 4-H designated shows and fairs?
The Danish System
What general category of projects is the dog project included in?
Animal Sciences
What is the motto of Collegiate 4-H?
“Continuing to Serve, Serving to Continue.”
True or False: Because you will be turning 19 on July 1 you will not be able to show at county or state fairs
False
Name the 4-H’s
Head, Heart, Hands, Health
What are 4-H members in grades 6th, 7th, and 8th called?
Intermediate
True or False: Herdsmanship is only required at county fairs.
FALSE
What is the full official name for the 4-H program in this state?
Washington State University Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Program
Who is the State 4-H Program Director
Pat BoyEs
Can a female dog in season be shown at county and state fairs?
Yes
True or False: You may only run in the dog barn if told to by your leader or superintendent.
False. Running is NEVER permitted.
What is the mission of the National 4-H Council?
National 4-H Council’s mission is to advance the 4-H youth development movement to build a world in which youth and adults learn, grow, and work together as catalysts for positive change.
What are the maximum and minimum times for giving a public presentation?
3 minutes and 20 minutes
What does the 4-H color white stand for?
Freshness, cleanness
What 4-H contest’s objective is to increase a member’s problem solving abilities, their ability to think, to reason, and to make logical judgments?
Judging contest
Under what circumstances could a person over 19 be enrolled in the 4-H youth program.
Special Education youths
True or False: 4-H is only in the United States
FALSE
Name the 4-H colors
Green and white
Has the 4-H emblem always been a 4 leaf clover?
No. The first emblem design was a three-leaf clover, introduced by O.H. Benson, sometime between 1907-08. From the beginning, the three “H’s” signified Head, Heart and Hands. A four-leaf clover design with H’s appeared around 1908.
True or False: a primary 4-H member may give a public presentation at State Fair
False
What type of collar must be worn when a dog is benched at County or State Fairs?
Buckle or non-choking collar or harness
What are the age divisions in 4-H called?
Primary, Junior, Intermediate, Senior
True or False: At State 4-H Fair, sandals without socks or bare feet are not permitted in the show ring, but are OK in the benching area.
FALSE
What do you pledge your head to?
Clearer thinking
What does the 4-H color green stand for?
Life, springtime, youth
What is the 4-H emblem?
A green four leaf clover with a white H on each leaf
Who wrote the 4-H Pledge?
Otis Hall, State Leader of Kansas, was responsible for the original wording of the 4-H pledge, officially adopted by the State 4-H Leaders at the first National 4-H camp in 1927.
Name four project areas other than animal projects in 4-H.
Sewing, computers, motorcycles, natural resources, creative arts, performing arts, cooking, gardening, community service, leadership, etc.
Who is the State 4-H Fair manager?
Tom Gwin
What is the name for the contest which includes illustrated talks and demonstrations?
Public Presentations
Where is the state 4-H office located?
Pullman, Washington
True or False: 4-H members in Washington State need not own their 4-H project animals
True
Do you have to be in 4-H to raise a Guide Dog Puppy?
If you are under the age of 18, yes.
What Federal agency oversees the operation of 4-H?
U. S. Department of Agriculture (U. S. D. A.)
What are 4-H members in grades 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th called?
Senior
Can a dog with a handicap be used as a 4-H project dog?
Yes
Is there a 4-H program for college students?
Yes. College students may join Collegiate 4-H
What are 4-H members in grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th called?
Junior
Where does IFYE serve?
United States, Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the South Pacific
