I Believe.. or Do I?
True or False: The first words of the FFA Creed are "I believe in the power of agriculture."
False- The first words are "I believe in the future of agriculture."
I believe in the future of _____, with a faith born not of words but of deeds.
Agriculture
What does "I believe in the future of agriculture" mean to you?
(Any reasonable answer about faith in agriculture's future and its importance.)
You see a younger student struggling to recite the Creed. What could you do?
Help them practice, encourage them, and share memorization tips.
Who wrote the FFA Creed?
E.M. Tiffany
True or False: The FFA Creed was written by E.M. Tiffany in 1930.
True
In the promise of better days through better ____.
Ways
Why does the Creed emphasize "the joys and discomforts of agricultural like"?
It acknowledges the challenges of farming but also the rewards that come with hard work.
Your FFA chapter is doing a community service project. how does this connect to the Creed?
It aligns with leadership, service, and making a difference in agriculture and the community.
In what year was the FFA Creed written?
1930
True or False: The Creed states that "a faith born not of words but of money" is important in agriculture.
False- The correct phrase is "a faith born not of words but of deeds."
Even as the better things we now enjoy have come to us from the struggles of ____ years.
Former
What does "less dependence on begging and more power in bargaining" mean?
Farmers should work for what they earn and advocate for fair trade rather then relying on handouts.
You hear someone say, "Farming isn't important anymore." How could you respond using Creed?
Explain how agriculture sustains the world, provides jobs, and has a bright future.
How many times has the FFA Creed been revised?
Twice (1965 and 1990)
True or False: The FFA Creed was originally adopted at 1928 National FFA Convention.
False- It was adopted at the 1930 National FFA Convention.
I believe in my own ability to work ____ and think clearly.
Efficiently
how does the Creed encourage leadership and service?
It emphasizes serving others, leading by example, and making a positive impact in agriculture.
A local farmer struggles to sell their products at a fair price. How does the Creed relate?
It emphasizes "more power in bargaining" and the importance of fair business practices.
At what event was the FFA Creed first adopted?
The 3rd National FFA Convention (1930)
True or False: The FFA Creed has never been revised since it was first written.
False- It was revised at the 38th (1965) and 63rd (1990) National FFA Conventions.
And that I can secure happiness and success which are dependent upon my own ____.
Efforts
What does the Creed mean by "a faith born not of words but of deeds"?
It means actions matter more than just promises- agriculture thrives through hard work, not just talking about it.
Your FFA officer team is planning an event to promote agriculture. How does the Creed support this effort?
It encourages leadership, educating others about agriculture, and working towards a better future for farming.
Why was the FFA Creed revised in 1990?
To modernize language and make it more inclusive of all areas of agriculture.