Speeches
What should you not be doing when other delegates are giving a speech?
cross talking
What are delegates who worked on the paper the most called?
Sponsors
What is the speakers list?
This is typically opened at the beginning of debate where delegates give their stance on the topic.
What is the document provided to delegates by the chair?
Background guide
What is a placard?
This is used to get the attention of the chair.
If you want to talk to another delegate during a moderated caucus, what should you do?
pass a note
What are delegates who want to see the paper being introduced to the debate called?
signatories
What does "the chair rules that dillatory" mean?
A motion or directive seems inappropriate or not relevant and the chair refuses to entertain that motion
What is the paper delegates write before committee begins that outlines their countries stance?
Position paper
What is banned from all MUN conferencs?
Pre-writing because it is considered to be cheating
What should you avoid bringing up when giving a speech?
Notes or reading off a paper
What verbs and punctuation does preambulatory clauses end with?
-ing verbs and commas
What is three elements are necessary to make a moderated caucus motion?
Set speaking time, the time per speaker, and the topic
What is a draft of a solution written by you and other delegates called?
Working paper
What point is used when you have a question about a procedure?
Point of inquiry
What type of pronouns are not used in speeches?
What type of verbs and punctuation are used with operative clauses?
action/present tense verbs and semi-colons
What is the max amount of time that can be added to an extension of unmod?
You can only add half of the original time to the clock.
What is a working paper called once it has been presented to committee?
draft resolution
Which type of attendance requires you to vote on all motions and resolutions?
Present in voting
How should you end your speeches?
"I yield my time to the chair"
How are preambulatory clauses different than operative clauses?
preambulatory outline and summarize the goals of your resolution while operative goes into detail regarding actions your country wants to take
What motion must be made when we take a break during the committee session?
Motion to suspend debate
What is a draft resolution that has been passed by committee called?
Resolution paper
When at least one sponsor is opposed to any changes made to the body of the resolution.
What is an unfriendly amendment?