FFA History
What year was the FFA founded and where?
1928 in Kansas City, Missouri
What is the first FFA degree members can earn?
Greenhand FFA Degree
What are the three levels of the FFA organization?
Local, State, National
What does one tap of the gavel mean?
Sit down or follow the announcement
What is the FFA salute?
The Pledge of Allegiance
What act established vocational agriculture classes in schools?
Smith-Hughes Act of 1917
Name the four types of FFA membership.
Active, Collegiate, Alumni, Honorary
How many national FFA officers are there?
Six
What does two taps of the gavel mean?
Call the meeting to order
True or False: The FFA jacket should always be zipped to the top when worn.
True
In what year were girls first allowed to join the FFA?
1969
True or False: Alumni members can wear the official FFA jacket.
False
Name two of the national FFA officer positions.
President, Secretary (plus 4 Vice Presidents)
What does three taps of the gavel mean?
All members stand
Who is allowed to wear the official FFA jacket?
Only FFA Members
What year did the FFA merge with the New Farmers of America (NFA)?
1965
What degree can members earn after receiving their Chapter FFA Degree?
State FFA Degree
How many areas is the Texas FFA Association divided into?
12
Name the first three items in the official order of business.
Opening ceremony, reading of minutes, officer reports
What do the FFA colors represent?
National blue for the blue field of our nation's flag and corn gold for ripened corn
When did the name change from “Future Farmers of America” to “National FFA Organization”?
1988
What degree is the highest level of FFA membership?
American FFA Degree
Who leads an FFA meeting and ensures order is maintained?
The president
What is the purpose of parliamentary procedure?
To ensure meetings are orderly, fair, and efficient
What is the purpose of the FFA Code of Ethics?
To outline expectations for member behavior and conduct