Parliamentary Procedure Flashcard

Front

What are members entitled to expect from their presiding officer?

Back

Keep members informed on pending business

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What is the chair's responsibility in the discussion of a motion?

Back

Ensure any member can discuss a motion

Front

What two qualities does a chairman need to enforce the rules of parliamentary procedure properly?

Back

Courteous and tactful

Front

Which of the following is a step in an orderly business meeting? Call to order, Ignore attendance, Skip officer's reports, Avoid adjournment

Back

Call to order

Front

What is the purpose of presenting a motion?

Back

To bring an item of business before the club for consideration.

Front

State the rules for addressing the presiding officer of a meeting.

Back

Mr. President or Madam President.

Front

What steps must be completed to present a motion?

Back

Rising and addressing the chair, recognition by the chair, making the motion, seconding the motion, statement of the question by the chair.

Front

What is the proper terminology to use when putting the question? Options: Those supporting the motion that … say aye. Those opposed say no. Those in favor of the motion that … say yes. Those against say no. Those supporting the motion that … raise your hand. Those opposed lower your hand. Those in favor of the motion that … nod. Those opposed shake your head.

Back

Those supporting the motion that … say aye. Those opposed say no.

Front

When does a vote go into effect?

Back

Following the announcement of the results

Front

What happens to a motion receiving a tie vote?

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It is automatically lost unless the president breaks the tie.