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What happened in 1917?
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The Smith-Hughes National Vocational Education Act was passed.
2
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When was the first National FFA dedicated in Alexandria, Va.?
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1959
3
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Who became the first female national FFA president and when?
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Jan Eberly from California in 1982
4
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The National FFA emblem represents what?
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Representative of the history, goals and future of the organization.
5
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What does the Cross Section of the Ear Corn signify?
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Unity
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What is the FFA motto?
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Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve.
7
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Where is the Sentinal stationed?
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Shield of Friendship (Door)
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Where is the reporter stationed by and why?
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By the flag to inform the people in order that every man, woman and child may know that the FFA is a national organization from the state of Alaska to Puerto Rico and from the state of Maine to Hawaii.
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Where is the treasurer stationed by?
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The Emblem of Washington
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What happened in 2001?
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First National Star in Agriscience named; Steven Offer, Wisconsin. First National Star in Ag. Placement named: Nicholas Streff, South Dakota.
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What is the FFA Mission Statement?
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FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through ag. ed.
12
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When was the first meeting of the New Farmers of America and where?
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May 1927 at Virginia.
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When is the National NFA Week celebrated?
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Week of April 5th. Washington’s birthday.
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What are the three circles/ integral components to prepare students for future careers?
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Classroom/Laboratory, SAE, and FFA
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When was FFA created as Future Farmers of America?
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1928
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What year was Future Farmers of America changed to the National FFA Organization and why?
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1988 to reflect the growig diversity of agriculture.
17
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Who is our National FFA advisor?
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Steve A. Brown
18
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Who is our National FFA Executive Secretary?
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Charles Browne
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Who is our National FFA Treasurer?
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Marion Fletcher
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What are the two official colors of the FFA and when were they officially adopted?
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National Blue and Corn Gold; Adopted in 1929.
21
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How many gavel taps is it to follow thr announcment of adjournment, completion of a buisness item or is a message to the members to be seated?
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One gavel tap
22
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Who was the first National FFA president?
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Leslie Applegate
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Who wrote the FFA creed and when was it adopted?
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E.M Tiffany in 1930 adopted at the 3rd National FFA Convention.
24
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The POA is divided into 3 divisions. What are they?
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Student development, Chapter development and Community development.
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Where is the National FFA center located and when was it established?
Indianapolis in 1998
26
What does the rising sun signify?
Pogress and holds a promise that tomorrow will bring a new day with new opportunities.
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What does The Plow signify?
Labor and tillage of the soil, the backbone of agriculture and the historic foundation of out country's strength.
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What does the eagle represent?
Serves as a reminder of our freedom and ability to explore new horizons for the future of agriculture.
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What does the owl represent?
Recognized for its wisdom and knowledge.
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What does the words Agriculture Edication an FFA symbolize?
Signifies the combination of learning and leadership.
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What is the official dress for female members?
Black skirt, white collared blouse, official FFA blue scarf, black dress with a closed heel and toe, black nylon hoisery, and an official FFA jacked zipped to the top.
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Who is our State President?
Hannah Garret, from Galt
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Who is our State FFA Vice President?`
Leah Gibson, from Paso Robles
34
Who is our State FFA Secretary?
Kelcie Jones, from Bakersfield-Frontier
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Who is our State Treasurer?
Jason Mendes, from Modesto
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Who is our State Reporter?
Tyler Menane, from Nipomo
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Who is our State Sentinel?
Kyle Rohrmann, from Fresno Central
38
When and where was California chartered?
Held at Hotel Claremont, Oakland, October 26, 1928.. (National charter number 4)
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How many words are in the FFA motto?
12
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1925
Organized Future Farmers of Virginia for boys in agriculture classes
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1928
- F.F.A was established in Kansas City, Missouri.
- First National FFA Convention held in Kansas City: 33 delegates; 18 states
- First sectional gathering of NFA
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When was Carlton Patton of Arkansas named first Star Farmer of America?
1929
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When was the official FFA Creed adopted?
1930
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When/who was the first national public speaking winner and where was it held?
1930 at Missouri
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What was the first official dress uniform and when?
1930; Dark blue shirt, blue or white pants, blue cap and yellow tie.
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1933
- Blue corduroy jacket adopted as official dress
| - Pilgrimage to Washington D.C greeted by President Franklin D. Roosevelt
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1935
- NFA founded in Tuskegee, Alabama
| - Active FFA membership exceeded 100,000 members
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1937
Establish a national FFA camp and leadership training school in Washington D.C.
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1939
- 28.5 acres of land was purchased for the first FFA owned national headquarters from part of George Washington's estate
- Albert and Arthur Lacy of Hondo, Texas, became the only members to share the title of Star Farmer of America.
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When was Future Farmers of America Foundation formed?
1994
51
How many FFA members were serving the Armed Services in World War 2 and when?
138,548 in 1944
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When was the First National FFA Agriculture Proficiency Award presented for Agricultural Mechanics?
1944
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1947
First National FFA Band performed at national FFA convention
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1948
- First FFA Chorus & National FFA Talent program held at national FFA convention
- National FFA Supply Service began
- First International Exchange Program for FFA members began with Young Farmers Club of Great Britain.
- First FFA Week celebrated during the week of George Washington's birthday.
55
When did President Harry S. Truman granted a Federal Charter, Public Law 740 to FFA?
1950
56
When was the first issue of The National Future Farmer Magazine published?
1952
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1953
- Special stamp to celebrate the 25th anniversary of FFA was made
- President Dwight D. Eisenhowever was the first president to speak at a national FFA convention
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Who was the first President to speak at a national FFA convention and when?
1953; President Dwight D. Eisenhower
59
1957
Former President Harry S. Truman spoke during the national convention,
60
1958
The National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis presents NFA with a Certificate of Appreciation
61
When did NFA merge with FFA?
1965
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1966
First FFA National Agricultural Career Show held at national FFA convention
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When did President Richard Nixon attend national FFA convention
1968
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1969
- FFA opens to girls
- First National Star in Agribusiness, Ken Dunagan from Arizona is named.
- Washington Conference (now WLC) began
- Delegate body of the national FFA convention established alumni class of membership as part of the Constitution.
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1973
FFA Official Dress standards created
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Who was the first African-American elected to a national FFA office and when?
1974; Fred McClure from Texas
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1974
President Gerald Ford is the guest speaker at national FFA convention; the speech is carried live to network television.
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1975
Food For America program is launched
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1976
- Julie Smiley of Washingtion is the first female elected to a national office.
- Alaska became the last of the 50 states to obtain a national charter.
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Who was the first female elected to a national office?
Julie Smiley
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1978
President Jimmy Carter addressed the 51st National FFA convention
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1979
First Extemporaneous Public Speaking Event held and won by Christe Peterson of Wisconsin.
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1980
National FFA Foundation raises $1 million in one year for the first time.
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1982
Jan Eberly, California, becomes the first female national FFA president.
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Who was the first female national FFA president?
Jan Eberly in 1982
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1987
George H.W. Bush spoke at national convention as Vice President to Ronald Reagan
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1988
- Future Farmers of America changes its name to National FFA Organization.
- 7th & 8th grade students permitted to become FFA members
- Agriscience Student Recognition Program introduced.
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1989
The National Future Farmer magazine changes its name to FFA New Horizon
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When did The National Future Farmer magazine change its name?
1898 to FFA New Horizons
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1990
Partners in Active Learning Support (PALS) program is launched.
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Who and when became the first African-American to be elected national FFA president and is also the first urban student leader?
Corey Flournoy in 1994
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1996
- H.O Sargent Award reinstate, promoting diversity among chapters.
- FFA announces its decision to move the National FFA Center from Alexandria, Virginia to Indianapolis, Indiana.
- FFA moves the national FFA convention from Kansas City, Missouri to Louisville, Kentucky.
- The official website for FFA, www.ffa.org
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1997
First Agri-Entrepreneurship Awards presented
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1998
- National FFA Center in Indianapolis, Indiana is dedicated July 20.
- National Convention held in Kansas City, Missouri for the last time.
- Jose Santiago first member from Puerto Rico to serve as a national officer.
- Public Law 81-740 revised through Congress and replaced by Public Law 105-225 on August 12.
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1999
- 72nd National FFA Convention held in Louisville, Kentucky.
| - First National Creed Speaking event; Michael Van Winkle of Arkansas wins.
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2000
Delegates at the national FFA convention approve the Discovery FFA Degree for middle school students
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2001
-First National Star in Sgriscience named Steven Offer from Wisconsin.
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2002
- First female Star Farmer named; Karlene Lindow from Wisconsin.
- Official Dress standards revised.
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2003
First live webcast of national FFA convention premiers on www.ffa.org.
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2005
- National FFA launched Seeds of Hopeto fundraise for Hurrican Katrina leading to $835,699 in donations.
- FFA Foundation breaks the $10 million mark in raising money for FFA programs and services.
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2006
National FFA Foundation receives first $1 million contribution from Ford Motor Company.
-79th National FFA Convention held in Indianapolis, Indiana with 54,489 in attendance.
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2007
- FFA Merchandise Center opens
- Membership breaks the half-million goal
- FFA New Horizons adds online: www.ffanewhorizons.org
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2008
- ffanation.ff.org
- 81st National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.
- National FFA Convention rotate between Louisville and Indianapolis beginning with Louisville in 2013.
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2009
FFA celebrates 40 years of women in the orginaztion
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2010
- 83rd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana
- Dr. Larry Case retires after 26 yrs. as national FFA advisor.
- FFA celebrates the 75th anniversary of the founding of NFA.
- FFA members earn a record 3,449 American FFA Degrees.
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2011
The National FFA Alumni Association celebrates its 40th anniversary.
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What is the official dress for male members?
black slacks, while collared shirt, official FFA tie, black dress shoes, black socks, and an official FFA jacked zipped to the top.
98
The National FFA Center is lockated in __:
Alexandria, Virginia
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The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for ______, ______, and ______ through agricultural education.
Premier leadership, personal growth and career success.
100
1995
The Code of Ethics was revised by the delegates at the National FFA Convention.
101
What is the correct way to introduce a motion?
"I move to..."
102
What are they types of FFA membership?
Active, alumni, collegiate
103
After a main motion has been passed or rejected, how many taps of the gavel show follow the announcement of the result?
One tap
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Two taps of the gavel means..?
Calling the meeting to order.
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How many taps of the gavel is the signal for all members to stand in unison?
Three gavel taps
106
A series of sharp taps means...?
Restore order at a meeting
107
What paragraph of the FFA Creed comes from, "...evevn in hours of discouragement, I cannot deny."?
2nd paragraph
108
What paragraph of the FFA Creed does the quote come from, "...can and will hold true to the best..."?
5th paragraph
109
What paragraph from the FFA Creed quote come from, "...less dependence.."?
4th paragraph
110
What paragraph from the FFA Creed does this quote come from, "..of better days through better ways."?
1st paragraph
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What paragraph of the FFA Creed does the quote come from,"..work efficiently and think clearly..."?
3rd paragraph
112
True or false: P.O.A is divided up into three parts: Student Development, Chapter Development, and State Development.
False; Student development, chapter development, community development
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The officers of the California FFA association shall be: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, and Sentinel.
True
114
The current California FFA Advisor is Bob Hueval
True
115
California's FFA Center is located in Galt, Ca.
True
116
There are 8 FFA regions in California
False; Central, San Joaquin, Southern, South Coast, Superior, North Coast,
117
To be eligible to receive the Discovery FFA Degree you must have:
- Enrolled in ag. class for at least 7-8th grade.
- Dues-paying member of the FFA at local, state and national levels
- Participated at least 1 local FFA Chapter outside of scheduled class time.
- Have knowledge of ag-related careers.
- Familiar with the local FFA chapter's P.O.A
- Submit written application for the degree
118
To be eligible to receive Greenhand FFA Degree you must:
- Enrolled in agriculture
- Learn & explain the FFA Creed, motto, salute and FFA mission statement.
- Describe & explain the meaning of the FFA emblem and colors
- Demonstrate a knowledge of the FFA Code of Ethics and the proper use of the FFA jacket
119
To have a Chapter FFA Degree you must have completed at least ___ hours systematic school instruction.
180
120
What must you have done to become Chapter FFA Degree:
Earned at least $150, worked at least 45 hours of scheduled class time, led a group discussion for 15 minutes, participated at least 10 hours of community service activites
121
To have received State FFA Degree you must:
- Active member for at least 2 years
- 360 hours of systematic school instructions
- Have earned $1,000 or worked at least 300 hours in excess of scheduled class time.
- Have participated in at least 5 different FFA activities above the chapter level.
- Participated in at least 25 hours of community service.
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To receive American FFA Degree you must:
- Active member for the past three years
- Three years (450 hours) of systematic secondary school instructions
- Have graduated from high school
- Earned $7,500 & invested $1,500 and worked 2,250 hours in excess of scheduled class time.
- Participated in at least 50 hours of community service
123
Where is the National FFA Organization Headquarters located at?
550 12th St. South West
| Washington, D.C. 20202
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Where is the National FFA Headquarters Operations Office located at?
1410 King St. Suite 400
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
(703)-838-5889
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Where is the National FFA Center Operations located at?
6060 FFA Drive
P.O Box 68960
Indianapolis, Indiana 46268-0960
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Who is the National FFA President?
Clay Sapp
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Who is the National FFA Secretary?
Katie Hall
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National FFA Organization Treasurer
Marion Fletcher
129
National FFA Organization Advisor
Steve A. Brown
130
What is the first line of the FFA creed?
"I believe in the future of agriculture.."
131
The organization for African American agriculture students was called:
New Farmers of America
132
During the 1988 convention, delegates approved changing the official name of the organization from Future Farmers of America to:
National FFA Organization
133
The National FFA Center is located in:
Alexandria, Virginia
134
What is the last line of the FFA motto?
Living to serve
135
What defines chapter goals and outlines steps needed to meet those goals during the year?
Chapter Program of Activities
136
During the Official FFA Opening and Closing Ceremonies, _______ taps of the gavel is the signal for all members to stand.
3
137
What is the correct way to introduce a motion?
"I move to.."
