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Who wrote the FFA Creed?

E.M. Tiffany

At what national convention was the FFA Creed adopted?

The third national convention in Kansas City

At what National Conventions was the FFA Creed revised?

The 38th National Convention in 1965 and the 63rd National Convention in 1990

What prompted you to participate in this CDE?

<p>My love for public speaking and being an active member of the FFA</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Creed important to the FFA?

<p>It represents everything that this organization stands for</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important part of the Creed to you and why?

<p>The last paragraph because it summarizes the rest and is relatable</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you rewrote the Creed, what would you change?

<p>Add 'in my home, community and country'</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain what your influence should be in your home and community as an FFA member.

<p>To be kind, honest, and hardworking</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the E.M. in E.M. Tiffany stand for?

<p>Erwin Milton</p> Signup and view all the answers

What relationship did E.M. Tiffany have with the FFA?

<p>He was the author of the FFA Creed</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year was the FFA Creed written?

<p>1928</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the National FFA Convention held now? Where was it before the move?

<p>Now in Indianapolis, Indiana; previously in Louisville, Kentucky</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the FFA Creed say before it was revised and why did it change?

<p>'I believe in the future of farming'; because agriculture has expanded beyond just farming</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some achievements won by present and past agriculturists?

<p>Developments in farming technology like the cotton gin and genetically modified seeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of learning and reciting the FFA Creed as an FFA member?

<p>It helps to better understand the FFA organization, its purpose, and its beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define honest wealth.

<p>Wealth earned through hard work and personal effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

FFA Creed Overview

  • Written by E.M. Tiffany in 1928 while he was the chief teacher at the Wisconsin Board of Education.
  • Adopted at the third national convention in Kansas City.

Key Historical Context

  • The FFA Creed was revised during the 38th National Convention in 1965 and again at the 63rd National Convention in 1990.
  • The Creed emphasizes the significance of agriculture and the values instilled within the FFA community.

Personal Reflections on the Creed

  • The final paragraph of the Creed is seen as the most important because it summarizes previous sections and promotes values like honesty and fairness.
  • If rewritten, the phrase about influencing home and community would expand to include "country," emphasizing the broader impact individuals can make.

Responsibilities as an FFA Member

  • FFA members should embody positive influence in their communities and serve as role models of kindness, honesty, respect, and hard work.
  • Learning and reciting the Creed enhances understanding of FFA's purpose and beliefs.

Achievements in Agriculture

  • Historical achievements include Eli Whitney's cotton gin, which improved cotton production efficiency.
  • Modern advancements like genetically modified seeds symbolize ongoing progress in agriculture.

Importance of the FFA Creed

  • The Creed reflects the organization's core values, acknowledging the struggles of past generations and instilling a belief in agriculture's future potential.
  • Learning the Creed fosters a deeper connection to the FFA, enhancing appreciation of its mission and values.

Definition of Key Terms

  • "Honest wealth" refers to earnings derived from personal effort, not from inheritance or deceit.

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