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15 Cards in this Set
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Describe the characteristics that make up an ideal presiding officer.
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An ideal presiding officer possessses the following characteristics:
1. Willingness to Work 2. Self Confidence 3. Ability to Learn Parliamentary Procedure 4. Well Devoloped Voice 5. Neat Appearance 6. Fair and Impartial Judgement 7. Skill in Leading People |
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What qualifications should one have to be on a chapter conducting team?
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Members selected to be on a chapter conducting team should possess the following qulifications:
1. Willingness to Work 2. Capability of learning Parliamentary Procedure 3. Team Spirit 4. Well Developed Voice 5. Calmness and Self-confidence |
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What is the purpose of presenting a motion?
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The purpose of presenting a motion is to bring an item of business before the chapter for consideration and action.
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What steps must be completed to present an item of business?
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The following steps must be completed to present an item of business:
1. Rising and addressing the president or chair 2. Recognition by the president or chair 3. Presenting the motion 4. Seconding the motion 5. Statement of the question by the president or chair. |
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What is the proper terminology to use when putting the question?
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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. Thoes opposed raise your hand." |
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When does a vote go into effect?
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A vote goes into effect following the announcement of the results of the voting. A tap of the gavel should follow the announcement of the results.
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What happens if the motion if the vote results in a tie?
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A tie vote means that the motion is lost, assuming the motion requires a majority vote.
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What is the purpose of a main motion?
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The purpose of a main motion is to bring an item of business for consideration and action by the chapter.
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Is a main motion debatable? Amendable?
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A main motion is always debatable and amendable.
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Does a main motion require a second? Majority vote?
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A main motion requires a second, and a majority vote.
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What is proper terminology to use in stating a main motion?
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The proper terminology to use in stating a main motion is: "I move that."
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What is the purpose of the motion to lay on the table?
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The purpose of the motion to lay on the table is to temporaily delay action on an item of business.
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Is the motion to lay on the table debatable? Amendable?
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The motion to lay on the table is undebatable and unamendable.
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Does the motion to lay on the table requires a second? Majority vote?
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The motion to lay on the table requires a second, and a majority vote.
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What happens to a pending amendment if the main motion is tabled?
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If a main motion is tabled, all amendments and other motions belonging to it are also tabled.
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