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Chapter LDE Quiz

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AS part of official dress, a female may wear a black skirt or black slacks
True
To receive the Discovery degree a member must...
Participate at least one local activity outside of scheduled class time.
Which of the following is NOT required before a local chapter charter can be issued.
Articles of Incorporation
According to the Official FFA Manual, the ______ coordinates the work of committees.
Vice President
Which of the following is not represented on the National Council for Agricultural Education:
American Farm Bureau
FFA has an extensive awards program, implemented at al levels, to provide incentive for members to set goals and work toward acheieving them
True
State FFA Degree recipients shall be entitled to wear the official _________ emblem quiz
Gold
The __________ recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to agricultural education and FFA for 20 or more years, on a national level
VIP Citation
Observing parliamentary procedure at meetings ensures that
The rights of the minority are protected, courtesy is extended to everyone, one item is addressed at a time.
To ensure social networking success when using social media for public relations, keep mind to:
Reciprocate, watch your tone, update often- but not too often.
The VATAT Credit Union was established in _________ to provide financial services to AFNR teachers and their families.
...
The vocational Agriculture Texas Association of Texas was established in ________ to provide a voice for AFNR teachers in the educational policy-making process, recognition for educator achievements and professional
...
Involvement and participation in __________ can make meeting the requirements of the Foundational High School Program much easier and can provide opportunities that will enhance a student's ability to earn endorsements, receive the Distinguished Level of Achievement and be recognized for earning Performance Acknowledgements.
FFA
The framework used to develop premier leadership among Texas FFA members is focused upon six areas: Action, Relationships, Vision, Character, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement. The Texas FFA's primary leadership development vehicle is ____________.
the local chapter
The 2019 Texas FFA Convention will be held in
Fort Worth
Directions for the VATAT Board of DIrectors are apportioned by student membership in each administrative subdivision of the Texas FFA Association
False
As outlined in the Texas FFA Issues and Current Events Brief, the aim of the 2018 Farm Bill was to modify ______ agriculture and nutrition policies.
10
China's initial retaliation was in response to the U.S. National Security Tariffs on _____
Steel and Aluminum
Foreign demand for U.S farm goods does not play a huge role in farm income.
False
Since the recently implemented tariffs have gone into effect, prices for some U.S. farm goods have gone down.
true
DNA provides the foundation for characteristics of a living thing and eventually give rise to the production of proteins, which make sure an organism can function - live, grow, and operate.
true
Farm income has dropped in each of the past _______ years as commodity prices have fallen, and slightly more than half of all farms now lose money each year, according to the Agriculture Department.
four
According to the Congressional Budget Office (April 2018), the largest farm bill projected outlay for 2018-2019 is the area of..
nutrition
According to a 2016 report published by the national Academies of Science, Engineering & Math, which of the following is not true?
A link was found between eating genetically engineered foods and the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder.
Approximately _______ individual corn plants are grown on one acre of land in Texas.
...
The top state for upland cotton production is _________
...
Which type of rice is grown almost exclusively in California.
...
The hide from one beef animal can be made into: 20 footballs or 12 basketballs or 18 soccer balls or 12 baseball gloves or 18 volleyballs or _______ baseballs.
144
Th cotton gin, invented by Eli Whitney in 1793, increased cotton production and lowered costs which resulted in cotton becoming the cheapest and most widely used ________ in the world.
textile fabric
Which of the following is not a quality grade for eggs.
C
According to the Texas FFA Farm Facts Guide, costs account for ________ cents of every retail dollar spent on food.
81
Which is NOT a common value to beef producers' decision to offer choices to meet the changing lifestyles of consumers?
...
It became necessary to mass produce and improve the quality of milk with the movement of population from the farms to the cities.
True
A corn seedling reaches the surface in __________ days, at which time it splits open revealing the first leaves of the corn plant.
...
There are six harvesting areas of Texas. Corn is not typically grown in area __________.
6-West Texas
Which of the following is the most popular horse breed in the horse racing industry?
...
THe Texas FFA Association is blessed with partners who underwrite nearly __________in scholarships through the Texas FFA Association's academic scholarship program.
$2 million
__________ build on what is learned in agricultural classes and encourage members to put their knowledge into practice at events designed to help a member prepare for a career in agriculture by testing and challenging the student's technical, leadership, interpersonal and teamwork skills as well as their knowledge of the subject matter.
Career Development events
Degrees are competitive among students and the state can set a limit on the number of members who may receive a degree in a given year.
False
All leadership Development Events have elimination rounds at district and area levels that culminate in the state competition hosted by ________
Sam Houston State University
The proposer of a motion may withdraw or modify his motion without the consent of anyone before it is stated by the chair.
True
One of the democratic principles upon which parliamentary procedure is based on says that debate in society must be.
Fair to all concerned and must be free to those so entitled.
Privileged motions rank above incidental, subsidiary and main motions.
True
What is the primary purpose of parliamentary procedure?
To assist groups to achieve their objectives
Two __________ rules of precedence operate in parliamentary procedure. One specifies that when a motion is pending, one may propose a motion of __________ precedence but cannot propose a motion of __________precedence. The other rule specifies that motions must be voted upon in reverse order of their __________.
Fundamental; higher; lower; proposal
To discharge a committee requires a majority vote.
False
If a main motion is pending, and a subsidiary motion arises. What action must be taken?
The subsidiary motion must be disposed of before any further action can be taken on the main motion.
Any questions concerning trademarks, the use of trademarks and any misuse of FFA marks should be direct to Vickie Miller, Licensing specialist, Merchandising and Licensing.
False
What motion is undebatable, unamendable, requires no second, and a majority vote?
Leave to withdraw a motion
A point of order does not requie=re a second, is undebatable and unamendable, and may not be reconsidered.
True
During opening ceremonies, who states, "To practice brotherhood, honor, agricultural opportunities and responsibilities and develop those qualities of leadership which an FFA member should possess."
Members
According to the National FFA Organization's Official Board Policy on FFA Trademarks, official clothing is defined as:
Any clothing so designated by the board of directors and any facsimiles thereof.
The National FFA Teacher Program is a teacher outreach that is open to any current middle/high school agriculture teacher; selected teachers complete training, deliver workshops and create social media posts promoting National FFA resources and opportunities.
Ambassador
Which is listed by the Official FFA Manual as an outcome of chapter meetings?
"...member learn communication, planning and parliamentary skills."
Which of the following is not listed in the Official FFA Manual as Official Chapter Equipment?
Official FFA Reporters Handbook
As outlined in the Texas FFA long-range plan for leadership, the senior-level conference that will launch in 2018-2019 to equip students to apply what they have learned in FFA to post-secondary education and the workforce is called "___________".
Executing with Excellence
Leadership for the Texas Collegiate FFA Association is vested in the Texas Collegiate FFA Senate, consisting of _______ representative(s) from each affiliated two-year or four-year institution.
two
Which year did the Texas FFA Convention have an attendance of 13,413 members making it the largest Texas FFA convention on record?
2018
ON April 10, 1930, the ________ chapter was the first of more than 13 chapters from the Texas Association to be chartered by the National Future Farmers of America.
Winters
According to Ag Issues and Current Events Brief: Overall, U.S. farmers export less than 20% of what they produce.
False
Texas is in the top five states for U.S. Wheat Production.
False
Texas produces Hard Red Winter and Durum, Wheat.
False
According to the 2012 Census of Agriculture, what percentage of the 2.1 million farms in the U.S. are family owned operations?
97%
A hen requires 24 to 26 hours to produce an egg. ___________ later, she starts the process over again.
Thirty minutes
Agriscience state winning projects in Divisions 1 & 2 receive a $250 scholarship and Divisions 3-6 receive a $1,000 scholarship supported by Dick Wallrath and Champion Ranch through the Texas FFA Foundation.
True
The Golden Horizon Award is a(n) ___________ -level recognition for chapters who participate in a variety of activities and programs above the chapter level.
State
The ____________ Scholarship is an academic/leadership scholarship that memorializes the 1997-98 State Vice President from Area IV, and the Quanah FFA chapter, who passed away shortly after his term of office following a valiant battle with cancer.
Ryan Mott Memorial
The first known Texas competition (very much like a present day CDE) was a livestock judging contest hosted in April, 1920 at an event called "__________" at the Agriculture and Mechanical College of Texas (Texas A&M).
Smith-Hughes Day
Which of the following are amendable, but with restrictions, ie. time only, etc.
Amend, Closing and Reopening Nominations
If Rita received 8 votes, Sydni 6, and Amy 6, what vote did Rita receive?
Plurality
An amendment is only debatable when the motion to which it applies is debatable.
True
The member offering the motion to refer to a committee may specify whether it is to go to a _________.
Standing or Special Committee
At the National FFA Convention & Expo, ___________ represent each state regarding issues they would like the National FFA Organization to take under advisement in order to set the future direction of the organization.
Delegates
Middle school students are not allowed to participate in conduct of chapter meetings leadership development events.
False
The retiring president states, "It is a honor to be an officer in the FFA. From time to time during the year, you may encounter difficult problems, but through ____________, hard work and dedication, you will succeed."
Cooperation
When arranging a meeting room,
The reporter is nearest the president's right
Who serves as an ex-officio, non-voting member of the POA Committees?
Vice President
The Living to Serve Grant Series provides an opportunity for FFA chapters and state associations/foundations to seek funding to support various types of ___________ projects through a competitive application process.
Service
Junior membership, initiated in 1987, is a feature unique to Texas that allows active chapters in good standing to establish junior FFA programs for students enrolled in the local chapter's school district who are in the __________.
Third grade and eight years old
There are ________ GMO crops commercially available in the U.S. today.
10
GMOs are created to achieve a desired trait. Which of the following is not reason to need GMOs?
Palatablility Tolerance
Which essential nutrient is not found in milk
Iron
The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture is Sonny Perdue.
True
Ethanol is usually blended with diesel.
False
A ranch horse should have keen __________ sense, high endurance, and a gentle disposition.
cow
About __________ head of broilers are produced in the U.S each year.
8.9 billion
According to the Texas FFA Farm Farm FActs Guide, farmers and ranchers receive only ___________ out of every retail dollar spent on food that is eaten at home and away from home.
19 cents
The State FFA Degree, which is the highest degree of membership that can be bestowed to a student by the Texas FFA Association, is known as the ____________ FFA Degree in Texas.
Lone Star
Most Texas FFA Career Development Events are conducted in a partnership with the Agricultural Consortium of Texas, and association of school districts with instructional and research in Agricultural, Food and Natural Resources
False
Which motions can interrupt a speaker?
Point of order and division of the assembly
A financial report from the treasurer is for information only and will later be checked by an auditing committee, but no action is required by the chapter.
True
Any action, except action that cannot be ____________, may be rescinded.
Reversed
How can members insist upon correct procedure of business?
Any the member may rise to a point of order
The motion to reconsider is:
Debatable if the motion to be reconsidered is debatable.
The National FFA Organization, through the State FFA Officer Leadership ____________, provides a series of leadership development experiences to assist state officers in being competent and confident in their state leadership roles.
Continuum
Which of these is not a general duty expected of all offices according to the FFA Manual?
The ability to speak effectively to members and sponsors.
All students are required to conduct an SAE which
Reflects their agricultural interests and career goals
The chapter leadership conference called _____________, which focuses on students development, is recommended for middle school, ninth- and tenth-grade students
212
What is the official website for FFA?
FFA.org
As defined by the Texas FFA Association leadership means exerting triviality, and FFA members should learn to exercise leadership in the context of an organization.
False
The House version of the farm bill was called "________________".
Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018
About __________ gallons of blood needs to pass through the udder to produce one gallon of milk
500
Southern Power Company's Nacogdoches generating facility is Sacul, Texas, is the largest ________________ powers plant in the nation.
Biomass
____________________ in particular has some of the nation's highest levels of solar radiation, making it ideal for utility-scale power plants.
West Texas
Sheep and goats are two distinct species and genus; goats have ________ chromosomes and sheep have _________ chromosomes.
54;60
The following describes which Texas FFA Leadership Development Event? A team of three to five members create and present a five to eight-minute presentation designed to foster awareness and support of American agriculture. The target audience is established by each competing team. A five-minute question-answer period follows the presentation.
Agricultural Advocacy
Recipients of Texas FFA College Scholarships are not required to be present at the state FFA convention to receive their scholarships.
False
The platform, We Are FFA, was created to promote ___________.
the appreciation of diversity through inclusiveness.
In __________, Breanna Holbert from California is the first African-American female to be elected national FFA president.
2017
Which of the following is not a National FFA Leadership Development Event?
Agricultural Communications
The FFA __________ Center helps to define the organization's identity, tone and voice, and should be considered a resource center to create materials and messaging about local and state FFA activities and events.
Brand
Greenhand FFA Degree recipients shall be entitled to wear the official __________ emblem pin.
bronze
The chapter leadership conference called __________, which focuses on chapter development, is recommended for 11th- and 12th-grade students.
360
The executive director of the Texas FFA Association is:
Mr. Austin Large
The Texas FFA Association provides leadership and management for junior, active, collegiate, and alumni FFA members and is governed by a _____-member board of directors.
16
GM crops have been developed primarily for drought tolerance and insect and disease resistance; helping farmers to maintain yield while reducing the level of inputs needed and protecting the environment.
False
Which one of the following is not a GM crop available in the U.S. today?
Pears
While milk goats are raised throughout the United States, most of the fiber and meat goats can be found in ______________.
Texas
Most cattle farms are non-family farms
False
The __________ is a producer-funded marketing and research program designed to increase domestic and/or international demand for beef and can be done through promotion, research and new product development, and a variety of other marketing tools.
Beef Checkoff Program
Most medium wool breeds have been selected for wool quality than meat production.
False
The state's largest cluster of wind farms is located in ______________________.
West Texas
___________________ is the most common feedstock for U.S.- produced biodiesel with 67% of the market.
Soybean oil
Texas Commissioner of Agriculture is ____________________.
Sid Miller
The general superintendent of the Texas FFA's award and degree selection process is __________ of Texas A&M University-Kingsville.
Jerome Tymrak
State Proficiency winners receive a _________ scholarship and are forwarded to the National FFA Organization to be reviewed for national honors.
$1000
Texas FFA Association recognizes those chapters that have outstanding programs of activities through the State Chapter Award program.
False
When the president is leaving the chair in order to enter into debate on a certain motion, when does he/she hand the gavel over to the officer who is to preside in his/her place?
After the president has asked the officer to come to the chair and preside.
What vote is necessary for the motion to lay on the table?
Majority
While a main motion is before the chapter and a subsidiary motion is proposed, the latter should be disposed of first since it may in fact dispose of the main motion and is of higher rank.
True
Chapters have to be nominated for National 3,2,1- Star Awards.
False
As part of the State FFA Officer Enrichment Program, the __________ offers travel experience to empower current and past state officers by providing them with a global perspective.
International Leadership Seminar
According to the FFA Manual, FFA was created in 1928 as the Future Farmers of America; however the name was changed to the National FFA Organization in __________ to reflect the growing diversity of agriculture.
1988
At the 2018 National FFA Convention, how many voting delegates represent Texas?
71
According to Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening, "Net farm income has dropped _____ percent in the last five years, and the addition of a trade war has come at a time when the agriculture community can't afford it."
According to Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening, "Net farm income has dropped _____ percent in the last five years, and the addition of a trade war has come at a time when the agriculture community can't afford it."
52
In addition to modifying policies, the 2018 Farm Bill also repeals the Clean Water rule (also known as the Waters of the United States rule), which was issued by the EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers to define the scope of waters protected and regulated under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (commonly known as the Clean Water Act).
True
Of the three programs under the Commodity Credit Corporation that will receive the billions in tariff relief to help farmers and ranchers, which program will provide payments incrementally to soybean, sorghum, corn, wheat, cotton, dairy and hog farmers to help manage disruptive markets, deal with commodity surplus and expand new markets?
Market Facilitation Program
Wind is a clean renewable energy source, but it is not affordable enough to play a significant role in U.S. and Texas energy markets.
False
The wheat kernel is the seed from which the plant grows, and each tiny seed contains three distinct parts that are separated during the milling process to produce flour. What part is the source of white flour?
Endosperm
With a world record sitting at 2.4 seconds, _________________ is the quickest event in rodeo.
Steer wrestling
The Texas FFA state winner of the Soil Stewardship Prepared Public Speaking contest receives a $3500 scholarship.
False
What is the first step in presenting an item of business?
Rising and Addressing the Chair
After voting is completed, the secretary announces the result and effect of the vote.
False
Main motions rank above which set of motions?
Unclassified Motions
Which of the following is not considered an FFA trademark:
The FFA jacket
Which of the following is not one of the three Program of Activities divisions?
Developing Officers
The salute should always be used in the official opening ceremony for meetings and at other FFA gatherings.
False
Official Dress has been worn by millions of FFA members since ________________.
1933
There are ________________ National Officers elected to lead the organization.
six
How many taps of the gavel call a meeting to order?
Two taps
When was the National Future Farmer magazine, now known as FFA New Horizons, established?
1952
An active, dedicated support group (i.e. FFA Alumni and Supporters or agriculture booster club) is not one of the indicators for The National Quality FFA Chapter Standards.
False
When it comes to food, GMO refers to _______________.
seeds
_________________ are the primary predator of sheep and lambs in the United States.
Coyotes
After a member rises to a point of parliamentary inquiry, the president should direct his/her attention to that member and say, "Inform me of your inquiry."
False
Can previous question be reconsidered?
The previous question may be reconsidered before the affirmative vote has been taken on the pending question or questions.
One of the motions that cannot be conveniently classified as main, subsidiary, incidental or privileged is the motion to rescind.
True
Which of the following motions ranks lowest in precedence?
Main
According to the FFA Manual, there are how many general duties expected of all officers?
7
The FFA motto, which gives members 12 short words to live by as they discover the opportunities available in the organization, is "Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Learning to Live, Living to Serve".
false
Annual membership dues of the National FFA Organization shall be established by _______________.
a majority vote of the delegates at the national convention
To receive the state FFA degree, a member must have been an active member for at least ____, at the time of receiving the degree:
24 months
To produce the same number of crops without GM technology, farmers would have needed to cultivate _____ million additional acres of land.
48 months
________________ is a fiber, feed and food crop.
Cotton
Which is NOT an attribute of sorghum?
Antioxidant free
The Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) is part of the Energy Title of the __________ Farm Bill, which provides assistance to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to help with renewable energy systems.
2014
Which of the following is not a Speaking Development Event for FFA members?
Impromptu Public Speaking
If an amendment or amendments are proposed to a motion that requires a two-thirds vote, those amendments also require the two-thirds vote to modify the original motion.
False
Only three-star middle school chapters are eligible for the Middle School Model of Excellence national awards. How many middle school chapters are chosen for this award?
5
In regards to Teacher Education Institutions in Texas, there are __________ universities that prepare and certify students to serve as agricultural educators.
eleven
Brent Lankford of Ponder and Stephen Scitern of Anson serve as Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the State Scholarship Committee.
True
The Wildlife Alliance for Youth is the Texas FFA's provider for the Wildlife and Recreation Management LDE.
False
There are _____ methods of voting.
5
The motion to reconsider is undebatable when applied to the unqualified motion to adjourn.
false
Unless the vote was made by ballot, the motion to reconsider must be made by a member who voted on the prevailing side.
true
Which of the following is NOT a pertinent fact of the motion to Take from the Table?
It can only be reconsidered by a two-thirds vote.
What is the correct terminology for reconsidering the vote on a motion.
I move to reconsider the vote on the motion that... I voted on the prevailing side."
Which of following is not a National FFA Career Development Event?
Employment Skills/ Job Interview
Only three-star high school chapters are eligible for the Model of Excellence national awards. How many high school chapters are chosen for this award?
10
The school___________ should play a prominent role in the chapter banquet according to the FFA Manual.
administration
Active membership in the Texas FFA Association is established by enrolling in an approved __________ course taught by an instructor with the appropriate credentials.
AFNR
The 2018 Farm Bill difficulties were more an issue concerning specific policies and programs and less an issue of the combined challenges from the current political environment, the mid-term elections, and the shortened legislative calendar.
False
The 2014 Farm Bill expired on ___________.
September 30, 2018
Cooked rice swells at least __________ times its original weight.
three
Texas produces Hard Red Winter and Durum Wheat.
false
All of the following are one of the ten requirements for applying for a Texas FFA College Scholarship EXCEPT:
declare intent to attend a U.S. college or university in the following fall semester.
The Texas FFA Association awards three types of scholarships—academic, corporate, and award.
false
The motion to re-open nominations is debatable and can not be amended.
false
Assuming that an amendment to a main motion is pending, which of the following can be proposed?
A second rank amendment
When introducing an order of business there are six steps: rising, addressing the chair, recognition by president, making the motion, and seconding the motion, and statement of the question.
false
When a member moves to table a motion the member must state the reason why he/she wishes to table the motion.
false
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