Basic Terms
A proposal made during a meeting to take a certain action.
What is a "motion"?
The individual who leads the meeting, often the president of the chapter.
What is the presiding officer?
The action taken by the presiding officer to start the meeting.
What is a "call to order"?
Members say "aye" or "no" to express their vote.
What is a "voice vote"?
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What does FFA Stand for?
The minimum number of members required to conduct business in a meeting.
What is a "quorum"?
To keep accurate minutes of the meeting and manage correspondence.
What is the role of the secretary?
Reports from officers or committees.
What follows the minutes?
A voting method where each member's name is called for their vote.
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When was FFA founded?
A change or addition to a motion that is being considered.
What is "amendment"?
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To outline the topics and order of business for the meeting.
What is the purpose of an agenda?
When confidentiality is needed or for elections.
When would you use a "ballot vote"?
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What is the FFA Motto?
A discussion where members express their opinions for or against a motion.
What is "debate"?
To manage the chapter's finances and keep track of funds.
What is the role of the Treasurer?
A request for the presiding officer to enforce the rules or correct a procedure.
What is a "point of order"?
Members stand to indicate their vote for or against a motion.
What is a "standing vote"?
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More than half of the votes cast.
What is "majority"?
To ensure that meetings are conducted according to established rules.
What is the role of the Parliamentarian.
Topics or motions introduced for the first time during the meeting.
What is "new business"?
A situation where no member objects to a motion being passed.
What is "unanimous consent"?
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