Category 1
IS THE PREVIOUS QUESTION DEBATABLE AND AMENDABLE?
The previous question is undebatable and unamendable.
DOES THE MOTION TO LAY ON THE TABLE REQUIRE A SECOND?
The motion to lay on the table requires a second.
IS THE MOTION TO LAY ON THE TABLE DEBATABLE AND AMENDABLE?
The motion to lay on the table is undebatable and unamendable.
DOES A MAIN MOTION REQUIRE A SECOND AND A MAJORITY VOTE?
A main motion requires a second and a majority vote.
IS A MAIN MOTION DEBATABLE AND AMENDABLE?
A main motion is always debatable and amendable.
IS THE MOTION TO REFER TO A COMMITTEE DEBATABLE AND AMENDABLE?
The motion to refer is debatable and amendable.
DOES THE MOTION TO REFER TO A COMMITTEE REQUIRE A SECOND?
The motion to refer requires a second.
WHAT HAPPENS TO A MOTION IF THE VOTE RESULTS IN A TIE?
A tie vote means that a motion is lost, assuming the motion requires a majority vote.
WHAT IS THE PROPER TERMINOLOGY TO USE IN STATING A MAIN MOTION?
The proper terminology to use in stating a main motion is: "I move ...."
WHAT VOTE IS NECESSARY TO CALL THE PREVIOUS QUESTION?
A two-thirds vote is necessary to call the previous question.
WHEN A MOTION IS REFERRED TO A COMMITTEE, WHAT HAPPENS TO AMENDMENTS THAT ARE PENDING TO THE MAIN MOTION?
When a motion is referred to a committee, amendments that are pending to the main motion are also referred.
WHAT ACTION SHOULD TAKE PLACE AFTER THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF THЕ RESULTS OF THE VOTE?
A tap of the gavel should follow the announcement of the results of the vote.
WHEN DOES A VOTE GO INTO EFFECT
A vote goes into effect following the announcement of the results of the voting.
WHEN THE PREVIOUS QUESTION IS CALLED FOR WITHOUT QUALIFICATIONS, TO WHAT QUESTION DOES IT APPLY?
If the previous question is called for without qualifications, only the immediately pending question is affected.
WHAT HAPPENS TO A PENDING AMENDMENT IF THE MAIN MOTION IS TABLED?
When a main motion is tabled, all amendments and other motions belonging to it are also tabled.
WHAT IS THE CORRECT TERMINOLOGY TO USE WHEN REFERRING A MOTION TO A COMMITTEE?
The correct terminology to use when referring a motion to a committee is: "I move that we refer the motion that... to a committee." OR "to a committee consisting of..." OR "to the standing committee on...."
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF REFERRING A MOTION TO A COMMITTEE?
The purpose of referring a motion to a committee is to place the question temporarily in a committee,
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE PREVIOUS QUESTION?
The purpose of the previous question is to terminate discussion on the motion or motions before the chapter and to secure an immediate vote.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF A MAIN MOTION?
The purpose of a main motion is to present an item of business for consideration and action by the chapter.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE MOTION TO LAY ON THE TABLE?
The purpose of the motion to lay on the table is to temporarily delay action on an item of business.
DESCRIBE THE CHARACTERISTICS THAT MAKE UP AN IDEAL PRESIDING OFFICER.
An ideal presiding officer possesses the following characteristics: 1. Willingness to work 2. Ability to learn parliamentary procedure 3. Team spirit 4. Well-developed voice 5. Calmness and self-confidence 6. Neat appearance 7. Fair and impartial judgment 8. Skill in leading people
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS SHOULD ONE HAVE TO BE ON A CHAPTER CONDUCTING TEAM?
Members selected to be on a chapter conducting team should possess the following qualifications: 1. Willingness to work 2. Ability to learn parliamentary procedure 3. Team spirit 4. Well-developed voice 5. Calmness and self-confidence 6. Neat appearancе
WHAT STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED TO PRESENT A MOTION?
The following steps must be completed to present a motion: 1. Rising and addressing the president 2. Recognition by the president 3. Presenting the motion 4. Seconding the motion 5. Statement of the question
WHAT IS THE PROPER TERMINOLOGY TO USE WHEN PUTTING THE QUESTION?
The proper terminology to use when putting the question, or taking the vote is: "Those supporting the motion that...say aye. Those opposed say no." OR "Those in favor of the motion that ...raise your hand. Those opposed raise your hand."
WHEN MAY A VOTE ON THE PREVIOUS QUESTION BE RECONSIDERED?
A vote on the Previous Question may be reconsidered before the affirmative vote is taken on the pending question or questions.