Ohio Leadership Development Event (LDE) Greenhand FFA Practice Test

In what year were African Americans allowed to join the FFA?

1. 1960

2. 1965

3. 1970

4. 1975

The correct answer is: 1965

The correct answer is 1965 because that is the year when the National FFA Organization officially allowed African Americans to join as members. Prior to this decision, African Americans were often excluded from membership in the organization, which was primarily due to the racial segregation that was prevalent in many parts of the United States during that era. The change in policy was a significant step toward inclusivity and equality within the FFA, reflecting the civil rights movement that was taking place at the time, which aimed to dismantle segregation and promote equal rights for all individuals regardless of race. The other years listed do not correspond to the official integration of African Americans into the FFA. While there were earlier efforts to address inclusivity, the formal change occurred in 1965, making it a pivotal moment in the history of the organization.