What milestone occurred at the 1987 National FFA Convention?

• A. First national television satellite broadcast
• B. Introduction of PALS
• C. Magazine renamed to FFA New Horizons
• D. Chapters chartered in Micronesia

Answer: (A)

The main idea being tested is a historic milestone in how the National FFA Organization expanded its reach through media. In 1987, the National FFA Convention marked the first national television satellite broadcast, allowing the convention to be televised to classrooms and members nationwide. This use of satellite TV broadened access to the convention, increasing visibility and participation beyond those who could attend in person, and it reflected the growing role of media in agricultural education. Other options refer to events that did not occur at that convention year—the program PALS, the magazine’s renaming to FFA New Horizons, and chapters chartered in Micronesia happened at different times.