General Rules
What is the purpose of Parliamentary Procedure?
To ensure Meetings are orderly and Efficient.
What is a motion?
A proposal put forward for discussion and decision
Who is allowed to speak first in a debate?
The member who made the motion.
What is a simple majority?
more than half the votes cast.
What is the first item on a typical agenda?
Call to order
What is the name of the Book often used as the standards for Parliamentary Procedure?
Robert's Rules of Order
What motion is used to end a meeting?
Motion to Adjourn
What is the usual time limit for each member to speak in a debate?
Varies by organization, but often 10 minutes.
What is a two-thirds vote
two-thirds the votes cast, excluding abstentions.
What follows the approval of the minutes in a meeting?
Reports of officers and committees.
What is Quorum?
The minimum Numbers of members needed to be present to conduct Business?
Which motion is used to change the wording of a motion on the floor?
Amendment
What is the term fir ending debate by moving to vote?
Previous question or call for the question.
What method of voting involves members standing or raiding hands.
Division of assembly.
What is a term for the planned order of business for a meeting
Agenda
What is the term for temporarily suspending a meeting?
Recess
What motion can a member use to ask for a short break?
Motion to recess
Can a member speak more than once on the same motion?
yes, but only after all other members have had the opportunity to speak.
What type of vote is used to protect the anonymity of the members?
Secret Ballot
What is new business?
Items that have not been discussed before and are introduced during the current meeting.
What is the main rol of the Chairperson in a meeting?
To preside over the meting and ensure the rules are followed?
What is a privileged motion?
A motion that deals with immediate and important matters unrelated to the main business
What is the term for a proposal to set aside a motion temporarily?
Lay on the table or postpone the vote
What is a roll call vote?
Each member's vote is recorded individually.
What is unfinished business?
Items that were not resolved in previous meetings and are carried over.