Equine 2 Obj. 1.02 - Parli Pro

Jill wants to know if the motion to reconsider is debatable. Which book would be the best reference for her to use?

• Official FFA Manual

• Robert’s Rules of Order

• SAE Record Book

• U.S. Constitution

During the meeting, the chapter president tapped the gavel one time, which was followed by all members:

• leaving.

• sitting down.

• standing.

• voting by ballot.

The gavel is used in conducting business meetings:

• to annoy members and disrupt the meeting.

• during a recess or break in the meeting.

• to keep the chapter president occupied.

• to maintain order and represent authority.

The use of a paper ballot is best when:

• debating motions.

• introducing motions.

• referring motions.

• voting on nominations.

Harry rose to a point of order on the vote taken to pass a main motion. The president responded by saying, "A simple majority requires:

• everyone to vote on the same side."

• one more than 1/2 the votes be cast for the motion."

• 2/3 of all members vote for the motion."

• no vote on the motion as long as the motion is seconded."

If a member wants to improve a main motion by adding words, substituting words, or striking out words, the member moves to:

• adjourn the meeting.

• amend the motion.

• refer to a committee.

• take from the table.

What vote is required when a motion will limit the rights of a member?

• Simple majority

• Two-thirds majority

• Unanimous favorable

• Voice

If a member wants a small group of members to gather more information before a vote is taken on a main motion, what should the member do during debate on the motion?

• Lay the motion on the table

• Move to amend the motion

• Reconsider the motion

• Refer the motion to a committee

Michelle wants to make a motion while another motion is already before the group. The motion that she makes must be:

• higher ranking.

• lower ranking.

• the same ranking.

• unranked.