National FFA History
In what state was the first National FFA Convention held?
Kansas City, Missouri
Who is the first National FFA President? Where was he from?
Leslie Applegate, from New Jersey
How many FFA members are in the SAMS chapter
32
Where is the Sentinel stationed?
By the Door
What is one leadership quality?
Kind, Respectful, Humor, Trustworthy, Organized, etc.
What are the official FFA colors?
National Blue and Corn Gold
What year was the official blue corduroy jacket adopted?
1933
How many kernels are on the cross section of the ear of corn on the official FFA emblem?
20
What is the FFA Salute?
The United States Pledge of Allegiance
Who is an example of a good leader?
Hitler
What year were girls allowed in the FFA?
1969
What is our chapters name here at SAMS?
South Asheboro Middle FFA Chapter
How many symbols are on the National FFA emblem?
5
Where is the Advisor stationed?
By the Owl
What part of the emblem signifies a new day?
The rising sun
What year was the Official FFA Creed adopted?
1930
What year did the NFA merge with the FFA?
1965
Why is the ear of corn the background of the FFA emblem?
Because it symbolizes unity and is grown in all 50 states.
Where is the President stationed?
The Rising Sun
What is one thing that is not related to agriculture?
Trick question, there is nothing.
What year was the Future Farmers of America established?
1928
How many taps of the gavel to call a meeting to order?
1 then 2
Who wrote the FFA Creed?
E.M. Tiffany
Whose duty is it to call the role of members in the opening ceremonies?
The Vice President
What is the FFA Motto?
Learning to Do, Doing to Learn. Earning to Live, Living to Serve.