Texas Senior Future Farmers of America (FFA) Practice Test

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• Prior to a chapter meeting, which of the following is essential for the officer team to prepare?
• How often is the farm bill passed?
• Green power refers to electricity sourced from what type of energy?
• What is necessary to suspend the established rules of order?
• True or False: The term "pesticides" exclusively refers to insecticides only.
• What is the primary purpose of parliamentary procedure?
• What should be disposed of first when a main motion is before the chapter and a subsidiary motion is proposed?
• In the context of FFA, what does 'SAE' stand for?
• Which of the following is NOT an attribute of sorghum?
• Where was the national FFA camp founded?
• Which type of motion is not debatable?
• If a motion has been tabled, can a member move to take it from the table at any moment?
• What ingredient is mixed with granulated sugar to make confectioner's sugar?
• How long does it typically take for an egg to reach the grocery store shelf after being laid?
• What campaign did National FFA launch in 2005 to support Gulf Coast states' agricultural education after Hurricane Harvey?
• What does Texas FFA members learn about during their visits to the state capitol?
• What is the minimum standard equivalency factor needed for American FFA Degree qualification?
• Is Texas FFA recognized as the largest state FFA association in the nation?
• To meet the minimum qualifications for the American FFA Degree, how is the equivalency of hours worked calculated?
• Which of the following is not one of the four FFA Value Statements?
• Is it acceptable for a chapter to disregard the rules of order if all members agree to it?
• In terms of voting procedures, how does a ballot vote differ from a voice vote?
• According to the National Quality FFA Chapter Standards, what is key to a successful FFA chapter?
• In what year did the NFA organization create an award to honor Dr. H.O. Sargent's contributions?
• Regarding a member's speaking time during meetings, what is commonly permitted?
• Who provided taped greetings at the 94th National FFA Convention and Expo in 2021?
• What is required for the motion to discharge a committee?
• During which event is the FFA creed typically recited?
• What does SAE stand for in the context of FFA?
• Which of the following statements about farm bill expenditures is true?
• How many administrative areas is the state of Texas divided into for FFA purposes?
• In what year was the Official Dress worn by FFA members first established?
• When a member has the floor, what is the expected behavior of other members?
• Which of the following is NOT a government agency responsible for regulating pesticides?
• How many main phases are there in the farm bill process?
• What is the average age of farmers and ranchers in Texas?
• What percentage do soybeans account for in United States oilseed production?
• True or False: Farmers are solely responsible for the treatment of pests without external regulation.
• What type of wheat accounts for the majority of U.S. wheat production?
• What is the main purpose of Therapeutic Riding?
• How often do FFA members typically participate in local community service projects?
• How should members raise a concern if they disagree with a proposal being discussed?
• How long can cattle usually spend inside a feedlot?
• Was David Simmons elected as the first national NFA president in 1935?
• What color is the official FFA jacket?
• How should a main motion be introduced?
• What is the purpose of suspending the rules?
• True or False: The farm bill's success is measured primarily during the implementation phase.
• Which two breeds are closely related, having an unbroken line of breeding for 1,200 years?
• A tie vote means __________.
• What percentage of the total number of United States farm operators are women?
• Which was the top commodity for U.S. agricultural exports in 2017?
• Under what circumstances can business be conducted out of the approved order of business?
• What was the first Official Dress uniform adopted by FFA?
• When voting by ballot, must the president also cast a vote?
• Which components are included in the FFA Mission for developing personal growth?
• Which statement is not true about the National Organic Program (NOP)?
• Unless otherwise specified, what is the maximum length of one debate speech by a member?
• What is a primary characteristic of an SAE?
• What must be conducted for a Service-Learning SAE according to FFA guidelines?
• What is the function of insecticides within the term "pesticides"?
• What is the main focus of farmers and ranchers in relation to game skins mentioned in the text?
• What occurs if a motion receives a tie vote?
• Where were pigs originally domesticated around 4900 BC?
• What happens if there are conflicting motions on the floor?
• Who is responsible for planning the agenda for chapter meetings?
• Which component of a Foundational SAE focuses on developing essential skills for college and career?
• How many bushels of corn can combines harvest in an hour today?
• Which cereal grain is used more than any other in food production?
• Are amendments required to be germane to the motion they are modifying?
• According to the FFA Manual, what do activities in Career and Leadership Development Events aim to encourage?
• Are Junior FFA members allowed to participate in Texas FFA governed events and cast votes in the association's business?
• Which committees in Congress are primarily responsible for drafting farm bills?
• How long have pulses of different geographic origins been grown?
• What percentage of U.S. paper currency is made up of cotton and linen?
• How many growers are responsible for pistachio nut production in Far West Texas?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding the FFA mission?
• What are renewable energy credits also known as?
• What was the attendance of the 94th Texas FFA Convention held in July 2022?
• In 2017, which commodity was the top U.S. agricultural export?
• Which statement about the FFA jacket is not true?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding safety in ANFR career pathways?
• What role does the Texas FFA officer team play at the National FFA Convention?
• The outreach and evaluation phase of a farm bill is considered a test of what?
• Do sheep and goats help the environment by eating unwanted vegetation and improving pastures?
• During which session is the budget for each fiscal year presented to the delegate body at the annual convention?
• What does the term "time only" refer to in parliamentary procedure?
• What was the all-time high student membership in 2020, measured by the number of chapters?
• If the president is uncertain about an amendment's relevance to the main motion, what can they do?
• How many pounds of feed does an average dairy cow eat in a day?
• What are the four agricultural proficiency award categories?
• What year was the fundraising campaign Seeds of Hope launched by National FFA?
• Does one need to be a former FFA member to join the Texas FFA Alumni?
• Which motion cannot interrupt a speaker?
• Which state is NOT known for having large acreage dedicated to growing vegetables for the fresh market?
• The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) succeeded which previous trade agreement?
• What is the purpose of an incidental motion?
• Who is the Executive Director of the Texas FFA Association?
• What is the significance of the Delaine-Merino breed in Texas?
• Which statement about motion seconding is false?
• Which statement best describes the Texas FFA Alumni membership?
• How many bushels of corn could a farmer harvest by hand in the 1930s in a nine-hour day?
• Does Texas FFA designate days in February for 'Day at the Capitol'?
• Which emblem component is not mentioned as part of the national FFA emblem?
• Which preparation is NOT required by the officer team before a chapter meeting?
• What percentage of total farm income comes from U.S. agricultural exports?
• Is participation in the 'Day at the Capitol' event a requirement for Texas FFA members?
• Are Dorper sheep primarily known for producing a high-quality fine-wool fleece?
• Who were the first to use yeast for bread making and ovens?
• Which type of electric generation does not contribute to green power?
• What is the name of the uniform worn by FFA members at official events?
• What is the official emblem of the FFA?
• On average, how many hours does a dairy cow spend eating each day?
• How often must Texas FFA consider re-alignment?
• The motion to _____ is a main motion and can be made by any member when no other motion is pending.
• What is a critical aspect of the ANFR career pathways in terms of workplace instruction?
• Which manual is recognized as the official reference for the National FFA Parliamentary Procedure Leadership Development Event?
• Why did it become necessary to mass produce and improve the quality of milk?
• Have today's agricultural technologies led to higher quality food at a lower cost for consumers? True or False?
• How many delegates can each local chapter send to the Texas State FFA Convention?
• What should the presiding officer do after a ridiculous proposal is presented?
• Which language is not associated with the "Advocacy Model" of the National FFA Organization?
• What type of disabilities does Therapeutic Riding aim to assist?
• If a member specifies a special committee when referring a motion, what can they also indicate?
• What is the largest product segment in the fruit and nut industry in the United States?
• Is it true that cattle spend four to six months in a feedlot with approximately 75 square feet per animal?
• What is the growing market trend for game skins mentioned in the text?
• By what year are 4 out of 5 provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act expected to expire?
• Which of the following sources generates the largest percentage of U.S. electricity?
• Was the first FFA chapter in Texas chartered in 1930?
• What is the responsibility of a chapter when it adopts the recommendations of a committee?
• What type of motion usually allows for discussion on a specific matter?
• If a motion that requires a second does not receive one, what is the outcome?
• Can turkeys and chickens be given antibiotics?
• Is cabrito meat sourced from mature goats?
• Which motion cannot be conveniently classified as main, subsidiary, incidental, or privileged?
• Is a motion to call a previous question debatable and amendable?
• Which of the following is considered an integral component of the school-based agricultural education model?
• What is required for an amendment to be discussed in relation to its main motion?
• Has the FFA mission changed over the years?
• What happens if the legal minimum number of members is not present for a chapter meeting?
• Which option is true regarding the motion to rescind?
• What act provides legislative authority for the Census of Agriculture (COA)?
• What type of events does class enrollment not affect in Texas FFA?
• The Farm Bill reauthorizes the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN). True or False?
• What colors were used in the outline of the NFA emblem?
• The motion to reconsider is debatable when applied to the unqualified motion to adjourn. True or False?
• Can a motion to amend be made after the main motion has been discussed?
• What significant change took place in 1939 regarding the Future Farmers of America?
• What is the national FFA emblem representative of?
• How often should the treasurer present reports at chapter meetings?
• Who conceived the idea of the NFA organization?
• Who was the first president of the Texas FFA Alumni Association?
• Are amendments proposing changes to a motion requiring a two-thirds vote also needing that same majority for passage?
• When committees report on a matter, their reports should conclude with what?
• Can local FFA chapters create their own websites through the Texas FFA Network?
• Which statement is true about FFA in 2022-2023?
• Are students required to develop collaboration skills according to the Foundational SAE programs?
• What is the geographic reach of the "Cotton Belt"?
• Is the statement "Texas FFA is the nation's largest state FFA association" true or false?
• In a single day, approximately how many gallons of water does a dairy cow drink?
• What is considered the typical output of milk measured in glasses from a dairy cow per day?
• How many universities in Texas prepare and certify students to become agricultural educators?
• Which statement is true concerning incidental motions?
• What is the typical gestation period for cattle?
• Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSEs) primarily affect which part of animals?
• Which of the following is NOT a CTE Career Cluster?
• Is the motion to table debatable?
• What method of voting should be used when secrecy is desired?
• Who else is responsible for ensuring the safety of crops treated with pesticides besides government agencies?
• A ranch horse should ideally have which of the following attributes?
• Which chapter was the first to be officially chartered by the National Future Farmers of America from the Texas Association?
• In 2018, how many utility-scale wind turbines were operating in the U.S. according to the American Wind Energy Association?
• Approximately how many gallons of milk does a dairy cow produce daily?
• What phrase may the president use to request action by general consent?
• What does the Census of Agriculture Act of 1997 include concerning the data collected?
• Was the Gold Key Club initially involved in the foundation of an alumni association in Texas?
• Is class enrollment required for participating in competitive events administered by Texas FFA?
• Which officer is responsible for maintaining the financial records of the chapter?
• How frequently do areas associated with Texas FFA need to consider re-districting?