Roll Call
What is roll call?
When the chair checks who is present
What happens if a P5 says “no”
The resolution, or vote fails.
When do we set the agenda? Why?
After roll call to talk about a certain topic.
What is a motion?
A proposal made by a delegate
What is a point of personal privilege? Give an example.
A point made by the delegate when something is affecting their comfort. Example: “Point of personal privilege; may the delegate please lower their voice.”
What are the two responses?
"Present" and "Present and voting"
Who has veto power? What are they referred as?
China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. They are called the permanent members, or P5.
What does the GSL stand for?
The general speakers list.
Motion to open debate does what?
Starts the discussion.
What is a point of order? Give an example.
A point made by the delegate when the chair makes a mistake. Example: “Point of order; the delegation of Germany has used personal pronouns”.
What does “Present” mean?
You can vote “Yes”, “No” or abstain (choose not to vote).
Does abstaining count as a veto? Why or why not.
No, abstaining is just choosing not to vote. It is not a “No”, which is what veto is.
What is the first type of speech in debate?
Opening statements/speeches.
What’s the different between a motion to suspend the debate and a motion to adjourn debate?
Motion to suspend: Takes a break or pauses the meeting.
Motion to adjourn: Ends the debate.
What is a point of information? Give an example
When a delegate wants to ask another delegate a question. Example: “Point of information; what is Germany’s stance on the use of AI to harm citizens.”
What is quorum in SC?
There being atleast 9 members present during roll call.
Why are these the permanent members?
Because they won world war 2.
Does veto apply when setting the agenda? Why (what kind of matter is it)
No, it’s a procedural matter.
What do delegates write when we go into unmoderated caucuse?
Resolutions
What is a point of inquiry? Give an example.
When a delegate wants to ask the chair about rules of the debate. Example, “Point of inquiry; could the chair confirm whether we’re voting on amendments or the resolution?”
What is the order delegations are called during roll call?
The chair starts by ensuring the permanent 5 members are present and the other 10 members are then called in alphabetical order.
On what type of matter does veto count?
Substantive matters.
What are the two types of debate? Give a brief explanation of each type.
Formal debate (there’s a GSL and delegates are called in order of this list) and Informal debate (no specific order, whoever raises their placard talks).
What’s the term used during unmoderated caucus when delegates are walking around and talking and collaborating directly?
Lobbying and merging.
What is one example of WHEN you can ask a point of information?
After a delegate says a GSL speech.