Motions
What motion is used to start a controlled talking forum?
How long is a typical speaking time in Model UN moderated caucus?
1 to 2 minutes
What is the term for the minimum number of delegates needed to hold a vote?
Majority
What motion is used if a delegate believes the rules of procedure are being violated?
Point of Order
What document outlines the rules for each Model UN committee?
The Rules of Procedure
What motion is used to start an informal talking forum?
Motion for Unmoderated Caucus
What is it called when a speaker gives the rest of their time to the dias?
Yeilding Time
What is required to pass a motion to adjourn the session?
Simple majority
Are you allowed to talk during a moderated caucus?
No, that is cross-talk
What is the term for combining multiple working papers into one document?
Merging resolutions
What is the motion used to introduce any working resolution to the assembly?
Motion to Introduce Working Papers
What motion is used to change the speaking time for delegates?
Motion for Moderated Caucus, speaking time of x minutes
What is it called when a delegate chooses not to vote?
Abstention
What happens when the chair declares a delegate “out of order”?
The delegate must stop speaking immediately.
What is the point used to clarify something in a resolution?
Point of Clarification
What is the motion used to close debate on a resolution?
Motion to Move Into Voting Procedures
What happens if two delegates raise Points of Order at the same time?
The chair decides who will speak first.
If a vote is tied, who breaks the tie?
The chair or presiding officer
What is the appropriate response if you cannot hear the speaker?
Raise a Point of Personal Privilege
What is the name of the formal document produced by a committee to propose solutions?
Draft resolution
What motion is used to clarify the divide on voting?
Motion for Roll Call
How many questions can a delegate ask with a point of information?
One Question
What motion is used to start voting procedures?
Motion to Move into Voting Procedures
What is it called when a delegate requests clarification on the procedure or the current agenda?
Point of Inquiry
What is the UN body responsible for maintaining international peace and security?
The Security Council