Points
Motions
Resolutions
Mystery #1
Mystery #2
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What is point of inquiry?
This is a point where you ask a question about parliamentary procedure
100
What are motions typically used for?
Motions are used for directing debate.
100
For writing resolutions, what do preambulatory clauses do?
They describe the situation.
100
What is a speaker's list?
It is a list of delegations, where each listed delegate speaks for a predetermined amount of time
100
What is the main goal of a Model UN committee?
To pass resolutions that will resolve the issues being debated
200
What is point of personal privilege?
This is a point where you ask to go to the bathroom
200
What are the different ways a delegate can motion? (Name 5)
Motion to open the speaker’s list Motion for a moderated caucus Motion for an unmoderated caucus Motion to introduce a draft resolution Motion to enter voting procedures
200
For writing resolutions, what do operative clauses do?
Operative clauses describe the course of action taken by the committee
200
How is a draft resolution introduced?
A draft resolution must be “introduced” through a motion before it can be voted upon in voting procedures
200
What is the goal of each delegate?
To have his/her country’s interests and objectives reflected in the resolutions
300
What is point of information?
This is a point where you ask the speaker a question
300
Who votes on a motion?
The committee.
300
What are blocs?
Blocs are different groups that have similar ideas and opinions about the topics. They typically work together to create a draft resolution.
300
When do voting procedures occur?
When a committee is ready to vote on draft resolutions
300
What is the difference between a moderated and an unmoderated caucus?
For a moderated caucus, delegates speak in front of the committee in turn for short periods of time. You must be recognized by the chair to speak. For an unmoderated caucus, delegates talk amongst one another freely. it usually lasts for about 5-10. The chair is not involved in the discussion at all.
400
Are points voted on?
No, but a speaker can choose not to respond to a point of information
400
When voting on a motion, what does it require in order to pass?
It typically requires a majority vote.
400
Give two examples of preambulatory phrases.
Go to: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1yNS7NGKPTIEA88XttQdnYS3x8vJi9bYbJrpYaWkmdT8/edit#slide=id.g11c38bb1af_0_123 for examples.
400
What happens after voting procedures?
The committee moves on to the next topic
400
How does a moderated caucus differ in terms of time from a speaker's list or an unmoderated caucus?
A moderated caucus is quicker than the speaker’s list, but shorter than an unmoderated caucus
500
What is a point of order?
This is a point that is used when a delegate believes that there was a mistake made regarding the rules of procedure
500
What is the difference between a friendly and an unfriendly amendment?
A Friendly Amendment is an amendment written and approved by all the sponsors to a draft resolution and is automatically included into the text. An Unfriendly Amendment is an amendment not approved by all the sponsors to their draft resolution and must be voted upon before it can be included into the text
500
Give two examples of operative clauses.
Go to https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1yNS7NGKPTIEA88XttQdnYS3x8vJi9bYbJrpYaWkmdT8/edit#slide=id.g11c38bb1af_0_130
500
What is the purpose of speaking during "speaker's list" in the committee's agenda?
It is useful for laying out your country’s position on an issue or describing a course of action
500
Describe the flow of debate.
Go to https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1yNS7NGKPTIEA88XttQdnYS3x8vJi9bYbJrpYaWkmdT8/edit#slide=id.g11c38bb1af_0_62 for the diagram.
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