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FFA Manual 2015 - Group 1 Flashcards

1
Q

What year did the FFA celebrate 40 years of allowing woman in the FFA?

A

2009.

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2
Q

In 1950, the ____ Congress of the United States, recognized the importance of the FFA.

A

81st

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3
Q

True or False. Future Farmers of America is a federally charted cooperation?

A

True

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4
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Define Alumni.

A

Is a membership that is open to former active members, collegiate, honorary members, and other FFA supporters.

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5
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What is one FFA code of ethics?

A

Make a positive difference in the lives of others.

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6
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When was the FFA code of ethics adopted by the delegates?

A

1952

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7
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When was the code of ethics revised by the delegates?

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1995

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Define Alumni.

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Is a membership that is open to former active members, collegiate, honorary members, and other FFA supports.

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9
Q

True or False - The FFA name and marks are not used on any articles for sale or otherwise for the purpose of funderaising

A

True

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10
Q

What is the purpose of the Honorary American Degree- Teacher?

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The purpose is to recognize agricultural education instructors/ FFA advisors who have demonstrated total program quality by using factors that contribute to successful local programs.

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11
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What are official ffa ceremonies?

A

They are a source of pride, identity and tradition among FFA members and chapters.

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12
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How many taps of the gavel call the meeting to order?

A

Two Taps

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13
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All members stand after how many taps of the gavel?

A

Three; stand in unison after the third tap.

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14
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A series of sharp taps indicates what?

A

Restore order in a meeting

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15
Q

What is the purpose of Banquet?

A

Banquet is an opportunity to work together to showcase chapter and individual accomplishments.

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16
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What makes a Banquet successful?

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Every chapter member will get recognized for some achievement, whether for Chapter FFA degrees or chapter proficiency awards.

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17
Q

How long should Banquet be?

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Banquet should include a meal and should not exceed two-and-a-half hours.

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18
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How should members dress for Banquet?

A

Members should receive instructions on appearance; generally Official Dress.

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19
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How should Banquet preparations be made?

A

Committees should be formed, and a general chairman should oversee all preparations.

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20
Q

What kind of committees should you have for Banquet?

A 
Menu and Serving
Program Outline and create paper program
Invitations, guest list, thank-you cards and letters
Room arrangements and decorations 
Publicity (Before and after event)
Courtesy Corps
Set-up and Clean up
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21
Q

True or False In 1998, the 105th Congress of the United
States reviewed and passed technical
amendments

A

True

22
Q

True or False All uses of the FFA Name and Marks
are subject to review by the board of
directors

A

True

23
Q

True or False All FFA officers, members and staff shall
be guided by the foregoing principles and
the spirit of these policies.

A

True

24
Q

What two social media websites can you use to get word out about your chapter activities?

A

Facebook and Twitter.

25
Q

Who is in charge of keeping the community informed with the chapter’s events and activities?

A

The reporter

26
Q

How should articles and or news releases for publication be presented?

A

They should be typed, double-spaced, and free of spelling and punctuation errors.

27
Q

How should your news release be formatted?

A

Always provide your contact name and telephone number at the top of the release.

28
Q

What should the news stories do?

A

Tell the reader the basics; who, what, when, where, why, and how.

29
Q

When should you write a feature story?

A

When you have a more in-depth coverage of an interesting chapter member or functions in order.

30
Q

Why should you add photographs in a story?

A

Often, a single photograph has more impact than an article.

31
Q

How can you display National FFA Week in an article?

A

National FFA week materials can be ordered from the National FFA Gold Catalog.

32
Q

What special events can you write about in your articles?

A

Chapter activities that benefit the community, National FFA Week and state convention.

33
Q

Why is National FFA Week important for public relations?

A

It’s a special week for FFA members, and recognizing this week in an article shows what FFA is about.

34
Q

How can you display National FFA Week in an article?

A

National FFA week materials can be ordered from the National FFA Gold Catalog.

35
Q

True or False State associations and local chapters

may not employ the FFA Name

A

False

36
Q

.True or False All uses of the FFA Name and Marks
are subject to review by the board of
directors

A

True

37
Q

True or False All FFA officers, members and staff shall
be guided by the foregoing principles and
the spirit of these policies.

A

True

38
Q

define – Except as provided in this
chapter, eligibility for membership in the
corporation and the rights and privileges
of members are as provided in the
bylaws

A

Eligibility

39
Q

Who was named the first female national FFA executive secretary in 2013?

A

Sherene Donaldson.

40
Q

In 2005 what fundraiser did the national FFA launch?

A

Seeds of Hope.

41
Q

In what year did the National FFA decide to rotate the

National FFA Convention between Louisville and Indianapolis

A

2008.

42
Q

True or False - State associations and local chapters may not of the FFA may employ the FFA Name

A

True

43
Q

True or False - When chapters, state associations, state
foundations or the national foundation
authorize a third party to create materials
for their use, and those materials require
the creation of copies of any of the FFA
Name and Marks that are raised, cast,
die cut, adhesive or created by any
process other than printing.

A

True

44
Q

What does the plow signify?

A

Signifies labor and tillage of the
soil, the backbone of agriculture and the
historic foundation of our country’s strength.

45
Q

What does the Eagle signify?

A

A national symbol which serves as a reminder of our freedom and ability to explore new horizons for the future of agriculture.

46
Q

What does the symbol represent?

A

Consisting of five symbols, is representative of the history, goals and future of the organization.

47
Q

What does the cross section of the ear of corn provide?

A

Provides the foundation of the emblem, just as corn has historically served as the foundation crop of American agriculture. It is also a symbol of unity, as corn is grown in every state of the nation.

48
Q

What is the owl recognized for?

A

Long recognized for its wisdom,symbolizes the knowledge required to be successful in the industry of agriculture.

49
Q

There are 4 regions in the National FFA, which of the 4 does Ohio belong to?

A

Eastern Region

50
Q 
The corporation may not make
a loan to a director, officer or employee.
Directors who vote for or assent to
making a loan to a director, officer or
employee and officers who participate in
making the loan, are jointly and severally
liable to the corporation for the amount
of the loan until it is repaid.
A

loans

51
Q

What does the rising sun signify?

A

Signifies progress and holds a promise that tomorrow will bring a new day, glowing with opportunity.

52
Q

Is the cooperation liable for the acts of its
officers and agents acting within the scope
of their authority?

A

Yes

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