Points
What are points?
Questions!!
Motion to Adjourn the Debate
It means directly suspending debate on proposal (for breaks)
Preambles end with...
A comma
The session typically begins with... (NOT in SC)
Verifying quorum through roll call
Difference between Moderated and Unmoderated Caucus is....
Moderated: usually for drafting resolutions.
Unmoderated: Usually for breaks!
Point of Information to the Chair
A question directed to the chair about anything that is not covered by the other points. It is a way for delegates to clarify information regarding the topic debated about and to ask factual questions.
Motion to Extend Debate
to call for more time for the discussion of a
resolution or amendment.
Operatives end with...
Semicolons
Delegates draft their resolutions during....
Why is knowing your foreign policy important?
It is the foundation of the debate! It explains a country’s stance, allies, and enemies. Also, helps with forming blocs!
Point of Order
Used when you believe a mistake of procedure has been made.
Motion to Divide the House
It is a voting by roll-call when voting is very close delegations are individually called on to state their vote.
Sub-clauses end with:
Commas
Who reads a resolution’s operative clauses?
Main submitter
When is Roll Call taken?
At the beginning of the session and after breaks.
Point of Information to the Speaker
A question directed to the delegate on the floor and who
has indicated that he/she is open to points of information.
Motion to Extend Points of Information to the Speaker
A motion to entertain more points of information to the speaker who has the floor if the speaker has opened themselves earlier to any and all points of information.
Preambles begin with which form of the verb?
Present continuous
After reading out operatives, the Main Submitter presents...
Opening speech
What is a Binding Resolution?
A Resolution that all member states present have to abide by.
Point of Personal Privilege
Used when a delegate experiences personal discomfort that hinders their ability to participate in committee.
Amendments are...
Changes to a resolution or clause.
this should NOT be discussed in a resolution!
Funding
Voting on Resolutions is done by
Calling out all in favor, then all against, then the abstains.
AD HOC Committee
Committees whose resolutions are not prewritten; each clause is submitted as an amendment and then are debated.